GFL Environmental: Is the stock poised for another surge?

GFL Environmental's stock has increased significantly in recent weeks and leads the list of gainers on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The price is approaching its yearly highs, which in a large company closely monitored by analysts may suggest that positive expectations are already reflected in the current price. Nevertheless, the question arises: Is GFL Environmental still a bargain despite the increase? Our evaluation shows that the stock is currently fairly valued. It is trading about 18 percent below its intrinsic value. Therefore, anyone investing now is paying a reasonable price. With an assumed fair value of 78.22 Canadian dollars per share, there is little room for significant price gains beyond the current level. However, a later entry could be attractive, as GFL's high market volatility could create a buying opportunity during a market correction. A look into the future is crucial for growth-oriented investors. Despite the focus on intrinsic value, high growth opportunities at moderate prices could present an interesting investment thesis. With expected revenue growth of 22 percent in the coming years, the outlook for GFL Environmental is positive. If cost management remains efficient, this could lead to higher cash flow and thus a rising stock valuation. For invested shareholders, this means that the optimistic growth scenario is priced into the current stock price. But how does the company's financial stability look? Has it been reviewed since the last analysis? A renewed look at these factors could be crucial in deciding whether to increase holdings during a price decline.