Valuation check: GFL's profit margin is -4.89%, below the Industrials sector average of 8.38%.
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The latest profit margin for GFL is -4.89% as of September 2026. That compares with 52.22% in the prior-year period — down 109.4% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 8.38%. Investors often review this figure alongside GFL Environmental's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, GFL's profit margin moved from 52.22% to -4.89% — a 109.4% year-over-year decrease. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in GFL Environmental's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Industrials companies, GFL currently prints -4.89% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 8.38%. That is roughly 158.3% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at GFL Environmental's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively GFL Environmental converts resources into returns. At -4.89%, GFL may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with 52.22% in the prior-year period — down 109.4% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting GFL's profit margin (-4.89%), review year-over-year change from 52.22%, peer averages, and a few neighboring metrics such as revenue, margins, or valuation multiples. That combination usually beats staring at a single figure. The navigation links on this page jump you to those related views.