Republic Services — Feb 17, 2026 release

The Company expects growth from average yield on total revenue to be in a range of 3.2 percent to 3.7 percent and volume decline on total revenue to be approximately 1.0 percent. The Company expects growth from average yield on related business revenue to be in a range of 4.0 percent to 4.5 percent. 3 • Adjusted EBITDA: Republic expects adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $5.475 billion to $5.525 billion. • Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share: The Company expects adjusted diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $7.20 to $7.28. • Adjusted Free Cash Flow : Republic expects adjusted free cash flow to be in the range of $2.520 billion to $2.560 billion. The Company expects to receive between $1.960 billion to $2.000 billion of property and equipment, net of proceeds from the sale of property and equipment. • Acquisitions: Republic expects to invest approximately $1 billion in acquisitions in 2026. As of February 17, 2026, we invested approximately $400 million. “We expect to deliver another year of profitable growth in 2026 in a macro environment that remains dynamic,” said Mr. Vander Ark. “Our outlook is supported by continued pricing in excess of cost inflation, steady productivity gains from our digital tools, and ongoing investments in strategic acquisitions — all of which position us well to drive long-term value." Company Declared Quarterly Dividend Republic previously announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.625 per share for shareholders of record on April 2, 2026. The dividend will be paid on April 15, 2026. Presentation of Ce