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Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)

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$49.32
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Profit since last BUY-3.12%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: GFL (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Below Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

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19 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $58.48

1 Year Target Price $58.48

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$58.48 Target price
52w Low $38.73
Current$49.32
52w High $51.98

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 26.33%
Avg. Invested days 64
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance 5.0
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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

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Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo 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.

business area logo 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 logo 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

overview logo 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 logo 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

competitor logo 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:

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  • 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.

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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
Full time employees 15000

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.