A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. (TSE:AW)
TSX:AW
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AW Stock Chart & Stats
C$37.44
C$0.21(0.60%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$37.44
C$0.21(0.60%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$34.77 - C$40.44
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.29K
Average Volume (3M)7.66K
Market Cap
C$873.74M
Enterprise ValueC$1.76B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$763.00K
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$889.70M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.8
Beta0.46
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS Estimate
0.53Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.33
Shares Outstanding24,003,834
10 Day Avg. Volume7,901
30 Day Avg. Volume7,657
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.05
Price to Book (P/B)4.09
Price to Sales (P/S)3.08
P/FCF Ratio16.21
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$40.00Price Target Upside6.84% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)2.43
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$303.30M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Profitability And MarginsSustained high gross, EBIT and net margins signal durable operating efficiency and pricing power in the QSR model. Healthy margins provide a buffer against cost inflation, support reinvestment and dividends, and underpin long-term earnings resilience even if top-line growth is uneven.
Strong Free Cash Flow GenerationConsistent and growing free cash flow demonstrates the business converts earnings into cash, enabling debt servicing, dividends and reinvestment. High FCF growth reduces reliance on external funding and supports strategic choices across a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
Blended Franchised/company ModelA mix of company-operated sites and franchise royalty streams creates recurring, scalable revenue with lower incremental capital needs. Franchise fees and system economics stabilize cash flow variability and support margin durability across the restaurant footprint.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageHigh debt-to-equity materially reduces financial flexibility and raises refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity for a consumer-facing operator. Elevated leverage magnifies operational setbacks and constrains capital allocation during protracted demand weakness or cost shocks.
Severe Recent Revenue DeclineA near-term 59% TTM revenue drop reflects substantial demand or footprint pressure that can erode scale benefits and weaken franchise economics. If revenue does not recover, margins and cash generation may be harder to sustain despite current profitability metrics.
Operating Cash Flow Coverage WeaknessOCF covering just 58% of net income indicates reliance on non-cash items or timing to reconcile earnings to cash. This gap raises the risk that accounting profits may not fully convert under stress, pressuring liquidity when revenue or working capital dynamics worsen.
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. News
AW FAQ
What was A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. lowest stock price was C$34.77 and its highest was C$40.44 in the past 12 months.
What is A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s market cap?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s market cap is C$873.74M.
When is A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported C$0.4 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of C$0.415 by -C$0.015.
Is A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. pay dividends?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.48 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.07%. See more information on A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. dividends here
What is A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s EPS estimate?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.53.
How many shares outstanding does A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. have?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. has 24,003,834 shares outstanding.
What happened to A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. reported an EPS of C$0.4 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of C$0.415. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.082%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:AW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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A & W Food Services of Canada Inc. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
C$40.00 (6.84% Upside)
C$40.00 (6.84% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:AW Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
0.99%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
25.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.48%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
A & W Food Services of Canada Inc.
A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., alongside its subsidiaries, is dedicated to developing, running, and licensing quick-service eateries throughout Canada. Operating under the well-recognized A&W brand, their menu boasts a diverse selection, including burgers, chicken dishes, fries, onion rings, breakfast options, children's meals, soft drinks, and beer. Customers can also purchase their offerings online. Founded in 1956, the company is based in North Vancouver, Canada, and operates numerous additional outlets across the country.
AW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$40.00
▲(6.84% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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