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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: GFL (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $58.48
1 Year Target Price $58.48
9 | Strong Buy |
5 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 26.33% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 17.92B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 1644 | 1Y Target Price 58.48 |
Price to earnings Ratio 1644 | 1Y Target Price 58.48 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 19 | Beta 0.96 | 52 Weeks Range 38.73 - 51.98 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 38.73 - 51.98 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.08% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.03 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When - | Estimate 0.12 | Actual 0.26 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 44.62% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.58% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.89% | Return on Equity (TTM) 0.68% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 1644 | Forward PE 85.47 | Enterprise Value 23142927614 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.22 |
Enterprise Value 23142927614 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.96 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.86 | Shares Outstanding 351532000 | Shares Floating 266927645 |
Shares Outstanding 351532000 | Shares Floating 266927645 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.17 | Percent Institutions 99.69 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
GFL Environmental was founded in 2007 by Patrick Dovigi. Initially focused on Eastern Canada, it grew rapidly through acquisitions and expanded across North America.
Core Business Areas
- Solid Waste Management: Collection, transportation, processing, and disposal of solid waste for municipal, commercial, and industrial customers.
- Liquid Waste Management: Collection, processing, recycling, and disposal of liquid waste, including hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Infrastructure & Soil Remediation: Provides a wide range of specialized infrastructure projects and soil remediation solutions.
Leadership and Structure
Patrick Dovigi is the Founder and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a Board of Directors and various executive leadership positions overseeing different operational areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Solid Waste Collection: Residential, commercial, and industrial waste collection services. GFL has a significant market share in various regions but faces competition from Waste Management, Republic Services and Casella Waste Systems. Revenue is significant but specific figures fluctuate with the market. Competitors are Waste Management (WM), Republic Services (RSG) and Casella Waste Systems (CWST).
- Recycling Services: Processing and marketing of recyclable materials. Market share varies geographically. Competitors include Waste Management, Republic Services.
- Liquid Waste Treatment: Treatment and disposal of liquid waste streams. GFL is a large player. Competitors are Clean Harbors (CLH) and Veolia Environment (VIE).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The environmental services industry is characterized by increasing regulatory scrutiny, a growing focus on sustainability, and consolidation through acquisitions.
Positioning
GFL is a leading North American environmental services company, focused on growing through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale and integrated service offerings.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The North American environmental services market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars annually. GFL's position is enhanced through the company's ability to provide a breadth of services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified service offerings
- Geographic reach across North America
- Strong acquisition track record
- Experienced management team
- Large and growing customer base
Weaknesses
- High debt levels due to acquisitions
- Integration risks associated with acquisitions
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Environmental regulations
Opportunities
- Further consolidation in the environmental services industry
- Growing demand for sustainable waste management solutions
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increased outsourcing of environmental services by businesses and municipalities
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players
- Stricter environmental regulations
- Economic downturns impacting waste generation
- Rising fuel and labor costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- WM
- RSG
- CWST
Competitive Landscape
GFL competes with larger, more established players like Waste Management and Republic Services. While smaller than these major players, GFL has rapidly grown its scale and footprint through acquisitions. It is positioned as a full-service provider, which gives a competitive advantage.
Major Acquisitions
Terrapure Environmental Solutions
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 771
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded GFL's environmental services offerings, particularly in the industrial and liquid waste segments.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: GFL has experienced rapid growth primarily through acquisitions, expanding its service offerings and geographic footprint.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by continued acquisitions, organic growth in key markets, and increasing demand for environmental services. Analyst estimates can be found on major financial data providers.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include strategic acquisitions, investments in infrastructure, and expansion of sustainable waste management programs.
Summary
GFL Environmental has grown rapidly via acquisitions to become a leading North American environmental services company. Its diversified services and geographic reach are strengths, but high debt levels and integration risks need watching. The company can benefit from industry consolidation and sustainability trends, but faces threats from larger competitors and regulation.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Vaughan, ON, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-03-03 | Founder, Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Patrick Dovigi | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Waste Management | Full time employees 15000 | Website https://gflenv.com |
Full time employees 15000 | Website https://gflenv.com |
GFL Environmental Inc. provides non-hazardous solid waste management and environmental services in Canada and the United States. The company operates through Solid Waste and Environmental Services segments. It offers hauling, landfill, transfer, and material recovery facilities; and liquid waste management and soil remediation services, including collection, transportation, transfer, recycling, and disposal services for municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.

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