Recent Updates — GFL
GFL Environmental Inc. closed its acquisition of SECURE Waste Infrastructure Corp., financing the transaction through existing revolving credit capacity, the issuance of 75,126,306 GFL subordinate voting shares, and a new US$1 billion senior secured term loan maturing in August 2033 at SOFR plus 200 basis points. The deal adds over 2,000 employees to GFL's workforce of more than 17,000, with SECURE management retaining leadership roles. SECURE shares delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange on September 2, 2026, while new GFL shares began trading under ticker "GFL" on that date. The acquisition is expected to accelerate multi-year financial targets and increase capital deployment capacity while maintaining a targeted year-end Net Leverage in the mid-3s. GFL Environmental Inc. operates in the environmental services industry, providing comprehensive solid waste management services across Canada and 19 U.S. states.
GFL Environmental Inc. reported a net loss of $375.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to net income of $3,658.7 million in the prior year period. The decline was driven by a $464.1 million non-cash foreign exchange loss on unhedged U.S. dollar-denominated debt and a $30.0 million change in value on its Call Option for GFL Environmental Services. Revenue increased 11.0% to $3,591.6 million, supported by 7.0% growth from acquisitions completed since January 1, 2025, and 6.5% from core pricing. Adjusted EBITDA rose 13.7% to $1,069.7 million. The company acquired 10 businesses for a total consideration of $1,604.5 million, including $1,385.2 million in cash and $156.4 million in share capital. Long-term debt increased by $2,176.6 million to $9,599.2 million as the company funded acquisitions and operations. GFL Environmental Inc. operates in the solid waste management industry, providing non-hazardous collection, landfill, transfer, and recycling services across Canada and the United States.
GFL Environmental Inc. reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $1,947.8 million, a 16.3% increase, and Adjusted EBITDA of $591.2 million, up 14.8%. The company raised its full year 2026 guidance for the second time this year, now expecting mid-to-high teens growth in key financial metrics. GFL also announced it received unsolicited preliminary expressions of interest from multiple parties to take the company private, prompting the Board to form a special committee of independent directors to oversee potential discussions. Additionally, the proposed acquisition of SECURE Waste is progressing through regulatory review with a target closing in late 2026. GFL Environmental Inc. operates in the solid waste management industry, providing comprehensive environmental services across Canada and the United States.
GFL Environmental Inc. completed an offering of US$750.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 5.625% Senior Notes due 2031 by its subsidiary, GFL Environmental Holdings (US), Inc. The Notes were issued pursuant to an indenture-based structure and are due on July 1, 2031. GFL Environmental Inc. operates in the environmental and waste management industry.