High-Volume Strategy Surpasses Market 166% as Waste Management Slides to 242nd in Activity

On July 30, 2025, Waste Management (WM) closed with a 1.29% decline, trading on $500 million in volume—a 41.93% drop from the previous day. The stock ranked 242nd in market activity, reflecting muted investor engagement amid broader market dynamics.

Performance data from a volume-driven trading strategy highlights the potential of high-liquidity stocks. Focusing on the top 500 equities by daily trading volume and holding positions for one day generated a 166.71% return between 2022 and July 30, 2025. This significantly outpaced the benchmark index’s 29.18% gain, delivering an excess return of 137.53% over the period.

The approach demonstrated consistent risk-adjusted returns, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.89%. Success was observed across multiple high-volume names, though specific stock details were excluded per user instructions. The strategy underscores the role of liquidity and short-term sentiment in capitalizing on market opportunities.

Backtesting results confirm the strategy’s profitability from 2022 to the present, with a 166.71% total return and 31.89% CAGR. These figures highlight the efficacy of volume-based positioning in generating market-beating returns, particularly in volatile environments where liquidity plays a critical role.