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Maple Leaf Foods Sets 2026 Guidance, Lifts Dividend as It Targets Sustained Growth

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  • Maple Leaf Foods forecasts 2026 revenue and EBITDA growth while maintaining an investment-grade balance sheet.
  • The company raises its dividend for an eleventh year and signals ongoing disciplined capital returns to shareholders.
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Maple Leaf Foods Sets 2026 Guidance, Lifts Dividend as It Targets Sustained Growth

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Maple Leaf Foods ( (TSE:MFI) ) has provided an announcement.

Maple Leaf Foods has issued its financial guidance for 2026, projecting mid-single digit revenue growth over 2025 and adjusted EBITDA in the range of $520–$540 million, supported by margin improvements, operational discipline, and its Fuel for Growth initiative. The company plans to maintain an investment-grade balance sheet with net debt to adjusted EBITDA below 3.0x, keep capital spending to $160–$180 million focused on maintenance and productivity enhancements, and raise its quarterly dividend by about 10% to $0.21 per share, marking the eleventh straight year of dividend hikes. Management frames the outlook as evidence of strong execution of its strategic blueprint and brand strength, emphasizing sustained organic growth, continued capital returns through dividends and buybacks, and a disciplined capital allocation strategy intended to reinforce Maple Leaf’s positioning as a leading, sustainable protein company and to create long-term value for shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:MFI) stock is a Hold with a C$27.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Maple Leaf Foods stock, see the TSE:MFI Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on TSE:MFI Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TSE:MFI is a Neutral.

Maple Leaf Foods’ overall stock score is driven by strong earnings call results and reasonable valuation metrics. However, financial performance concerns, particularly in revenue and cash flow, and technical analysis indicating potential bearish momentum, moderate the overall score.

To see Spark’s full report on TSE:MFI stock, click here.

More about Maple Leaf Foods

Maple Leaf Foods is a Canadian, protein-focused consumer packaged goods company that positions itself as a brand-led leader in sustainable meats. The company targets growth by leveraging its portfolio of consumer-leading protein brands, expanding its presence in the U.S. market, and investing in innovation, technology, and automation to drive efficiency and future expansion.

Average Trading Volume: 331,496

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: C$3.07B

For an in-depth examination of MFI stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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