GFL:TSXGFL Environmental Inc Analysis
Data as of 2026-05-13 - not real-time
CA$49.98
Latest Price
7/10Risk
Risk Level: Medium
Executive Summary
GFL is trading below its short‑term moving averages and exhibits a bearish price pattern, with momentum indicators pointing to oversold conditions. The RSI sits well under the mid‑range threshold and the MACD histogram remains negative, suggesting further downside pressure, yet the stock is anchored near a key support level and the broader market sentiment is in the "Extreme Greed" zone, implying a potential short‑term bounce.
Fundamentally, the company has lifted its full‑year revenue outlook after a series of acquisitions, but profitability remains thin, debt levels are high relative to equity, and valuation multiples are far above industry peers. The dividend is modest with a low payout ratio, supporting sustainability, while analyst consensus remains bullish with a buy recommendation and upside estimates exceeding thirty percent. Together, the technical oversold backdrop and the growth‑oriented acquisition strategy create a nuanced picture: short‑term price weakness may be exaggerated, but long‑term value creation hinges on integrating new assets and improving cash generation.
Fundamentally, the company has lifted its full‑year revenue outlook after a series of acquisitions, but profitability remains thin, debt levels are high relative to equity, and valuation multiples are far above industry peers. The dividend is modest with a low payout ratio, supporting sustainability, while analyst consensus remains bullish with a buy recommendation and upside estimates exceeding thirty percent. Together, the technical oversold backdrop and the growth‑oriented acquisition strategy create a nuanced picture: short‑term price weakness may be exaggerated, but long‑term value creation hinges on integrating new assets and improving cash generation.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Technical oversold signals (low RSI, bearish MACD)
- Proximity to a defined support level
- Recent acquisition news causing price volatility
Medium Term
1–3 yearsPositive
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Raised revenue guidance driven by acquisitions
- Analyst consensus remains positive with upside potential
- Improved scale positioning in the waste‑management market
Long Term
> 3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- High leverage and thin operating margins
- Valuation multiples significantly above peers
- Sustainable dividend but limited free cash flow
Key Metrics & Analysis
Financial Health
Revenue Growth5.40%
Profit Margin3.12%
P/E Ratio98.0
ROE2.99%
ROA1.33%
Debt/Equity132.58
P/B Ratio2.5
Op. Cash FlowCA$1.3B
Free Cash FlowCA$33.6M
Industry P/E30.1
Technical Analysis
TrendBearish
RSI32.6
SupportCA$49.32
ResistanceCA$57.50
MA 20CA$52.81
MA 50CA$56.23
MA 200CA$61.25
MACDBearish
VolumeStable
Fear & Greed Index89.39
Valuation
Target PriceCA$70.73
Upside/Downside41.51%
GradeOvervalued
TypeGrowth
Dividend Yield0.17%
Risk Assessment
Beta0.10
Volatility41.53%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskLow
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