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GFL EnvironmentalTSX:GFL -0.47%69 EV-to-FCF is 296.56 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 179% above its 10-year median of 106.23. GuruFocus rates TSX:GFL with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of C$59.35 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 137 Waste Management companies, GFL Environmental ranks worse than 96.35% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, GFL Environmental's Enterprise Value is C$28,855 Mil.
GFL Environmental's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was C$97 Mil. Therefore, GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF for today is 296.56.
The historical rank and industry rank for GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:GFL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1034.1 Med: 106.23 Max: 640.85
Current: 292.52
During the past 10 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of GFL Environmental was 640.85. The lowest was -1034.10. And the median was 106.23.
TSX:GFL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 96.35% of 137
companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 19.1
vs TSX:GFL: 292.52
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
GFL Environmental's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
GFL Environmental's share price for today is C$55.40.
GFL Environmental's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$0.410.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
GFL Environmental EV-to-FCF Related Terms
GFL Environmental EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Waste Management subindustry, GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
GFL Environmental EV-to-FCF vs Waste Management Industry
For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF falls into.
GFL Environmental's current Enterprise Value is C$28,855 Mil.
GFL Environmental's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$97 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL) has a EV-to-FCF of 296.56 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on GFL Environmental and its competitors. This is 179% above median its historical median of 106.23. According to the industry distribution chart, GFL Environmental ranks #132 out of 137 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 96.4%.
Is GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF too high?
GFL Environmental's current EV-to-FCF of 296.56 is 179% above median its 10-year median of 106.23. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.10. GFL Environmental's value of 296.56 is 1452.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, GFL Environmental ranks #132 out of 137 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, GFL Environmental has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GFL Environmental's EV-to-FCF compare to CLH and CWST?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, GFL Environmental ranks #132 out of 137 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places GFL Environmental in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 19.10. GFL Environmental's value of 296.56 is 1452.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 106.23 vs. the industry median of 19.10, GFL Environmental has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Waste Management companies is 19.10, based on 137 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. GFL Environmental's current EV-to-FCF of 296.56 is 1452.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on GFL Environmental and its competitors. For the Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 19.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. GFL Environmental's current EV-to-FCF is 296.56, which is 179% above median its own 10-year median of 106.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GFL Environmental stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$59.35, compared to a current price of C$55.40 — trading 6.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 296.56, which is 179% above median its 10-year median of 106.23 and 1452.7% above the Waste Management industry median of 19.10. GFL Environmental's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL), the current EV-to-FCF is 296.56 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GFL Environmental stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of C$55.40 is trading 6.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$59.35.
GuruFocus considers GFL Environmental to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:GFL:
EV-to-FCF: 296.56 (179% above median its 10-year median of 106.23)
GF Value™: C$59.35 vs. price of C$55.40 (6.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 1452.7% above the Waste Management median (#132 of 137)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:GFL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
GFL Environmental Inc is an environmental services company. Its offerings include non-hazardous solid waste management, infrastructure, soil remediation, and liquid waste management services. Its solid waste management business line, which generates the majority of the revenue, consists of the collection, transportation, transfer, recycling, and disposal of non-hazardous solid waste. Its Environmental Services business line includes liquid waste and soil remediation. The company's geographical segments are Canada and the United States. The company derives the majority of its revenue from the United States.
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