Casella Waste Systems Inc

NASDAQ:CWST USA Waste Management
Market Cap
$5.37 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#2651 Global
#1830 in USA
Share Price
$85.91
Change (1 day)
-2.86%
52-Week Range
$82.84 - $120.37
All Time High
$120.37
About

Casella Waste Systems, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a vertically integrated solid waste services company in the United States. The company offers resource management services primarily in the areas of solid waste collection and disposal, transfer, recycling, and organics services to residential, commercial, municipal, institutional, and industrial customers. It also provides … Read more

Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of September 2025: $3.29 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST) holds total assets worth $3.29 Billion USD as of September 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Casella Waste Systems Inc - Total Assets Trend (1996–2024)

This chart illustrates how Casella Waste Systems Inc’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Casella Waste Systems Inc - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

Casella Waste Systems Inc's total assets of $3.29 Billion consist of 18.4% current assets and 81.6% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (USD) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $0.00 11.5%
Accounts Receivable $175.20 Million 5.3%
Inventory $21.54 Million 0.7%
Property, Plant & Equipment $0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets $313.47 Million 9.4%
Goodwill $1.00 Billion 30.1%

Asset Composition Trend (1996–2024)

This chart illustrates how Casella Waste Systems Inc's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Casella Waste Systems Inc's current assets represent 18.4% of total assets in 2024, an increase from 13.8% in 1996.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 11.5% of total assets in 2024, up from 1.1% in 1996.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 39.0% of total assets, an increase from 34.0% in 1996.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is goodwill at 30.1% of total assets.

Casella Waste Systems Inc Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Casella Waste Systems Inc based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
China Tianying Inc
SHE:000035
China CN¥32.41 Billion
HeiLongJiang Kingland Technology Co Ltd
SHE:000711
China CN¥1.22 Billion
BECE Legend Group Co Ltd
SHE:000803
China CN¥5.22 Billion
Tus-Sound Environmental Resources Co Ltd
SHE:000826
China CN¥18.67 Billion
Wangneng Environment Co Ltd
SHE:002034
China CN¥14.26 Billion
Beijing Orient Landscape Co Ltd
SHE:002310
China CN¥3.37 Billion
GEM Co Ltd
SHE:002340
China CN¥72.26 Billion
JAG Bhd
KLSE:0024
Malaysia RM314.48 Million

Casella Waste Systems Inc - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.47 - 0.97

Moderate asset utilization - Casella Waste Systems Inc generates 0.47x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: -3.54% - 7.63%

Moderate ROA - For every $100 in assets, Casella Waste Systems Inc generates $ 0.41 in net profit.

Casella Waste Systems Inc - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 1.51 2.55 1.88
Quick Ratio 1.43 2.48 1.82
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital $151.50 Million $ 451.80 Million $ 116.05 Million

Casella Waste Systems Inc - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Casella Waste Systems Inc's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 4.15
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 1.60
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 31.2%
Total Assets $3.33 Billion
Market Capitalization $5.34 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Above Book Valuation: The market values Casella Waste Systems Inc's assets above their book value (1.60 x), reflecting positive investor sentiment about the company's future prospects.

Rapid Asset Growth: Casella Waste Systems Inc's assets grew by 31.2% over the past year, indicating significant expansion of the company's resource base.

Annual Total Assets for Casella Waste Systems Inc (1996–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Casella Waste Systems Inc from 1996 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 $3.33 Billion +31.21%
2023-12-31 $2.54 Billion +74.95%
2022-12-31 $1.45 Billion +12.90%
2021-12-31 $1.28 Billion +7.51%
2020-12-31 $1.19 Billion +28.08%
2019-12-31 $932.18 Million +27.28%
2018-12-31 $732.41 Million +19.10%
2017-12-31 $614.95 Million -2.62%
2016-12-31 $631.51 Million -0.34%
2015-12-31 $633.67 Million -5.39%
2014-12-31 $669.79 Million 0.00%
2013-12-31 $669.79 Million +1.54%
2012-12-31 $659.63 Million 0.00%
2011-12-31 $659.63 Million +4.08%
2010-12-31 $633.74 Million -8.23%
2009-12-31 $690.58 Million -8.51%
2008-12-31 $754.81 Million -9.72%
2007-12-31 $836.09 Million 0.00%
2006-12-31 $836.09 Million +0.42%
2005-12-31 $832.57 Million +2.65%
2004-12-31 $811.11 Million +13.85%
2003-12-31 $712.45 Million +14.72%
2002-12-31 $621.04 Million -9.51%
2001-12-31 $686.29 Million -24.10%
2000-12-31 $904.24 Million +19.40%
1999-12-31 $757.30 Million +180.27%
1998-12-31 $270.20 Million +9.13%
1997-12-31 $247.60 Million +85.75%
1996-12-31 $133.30 Million --