Metro Inc. (TSE:MRU)
TSX:MRU
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MRU Stock Chart & Stats
C$91.43
C$0.23(0.26%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$91.43
C$0.23(0.26%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$86.63 - C$107.78
Previous CloseN/A
Volume73.36K
Average Volume (3M)609.21K
Market Cap
C$19.77B
Enterprise ValueC$23.34B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$131.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$4.81B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.8
Beta0.29
Next Earnings
Aug 19, 2026EPS Estimate
1.57Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.5%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.69
Shares Outstanding209,975,250
10 Day Avg. Volume587,217
30 Day Avg. Volume609,212
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.60
Price to Book (P/B)2.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.93
P/FCF Ratio17.62
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$102.17Price Target Upside11.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)5.16
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$22.74B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Drug Sales MomentumGrowth in drug sales led by pharmacist services, specialty medications, and beauty categories provides a diversified revenue stream that helps offset grocery volume pressures.
Share RepurchasesAn accelerated pace of share repurchases signals disciplined capital allocation and supports shareholder returns, which may bolster investor confidence in the stock.
Valuation And Free Cash FlowA valuation gap versus a key competitor combined with stronger free cash flow conversion suggests potential for the valuation gap to narrow if earnings growth becomes more consistent.
Bears Say
Distribution Disruptions And Inventory ShortagesFrozen distribution center problems have caused empty shelves and reduced sales, pressuring retail gross margins and adjusted earnings.
Laval Distribution Center Strike RiskA potential strike at the Laval distribution center poses the risk of significant expense headwinds and supply disruptions to Quebec stores, harming sales and margins.
Store Expansion PressureIncreased industry store square footage is intensifying competition and may reduce product tonnage, creating downside pressure on the company’s sales volumes.
Metro Inc. News
MRU FAQ
What was Metro Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Metro Inc. lowest stock price was C$86.63 and its highest was C$107.78 in the past 12 months.
What is Metro Inc.’s market cap?
Metro Inc.’s market cap is C$19.77B.
When is Metro Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Metro Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 70 days.
How were Metro Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Metro Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 22, 2026. The company reported C$1.11 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of C$1.114 by -C$0.004.
Is Metro Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Metro Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Metro Inc. pay dividends?
Metro Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.407 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.5%. See more information on Metro Inc. dividends here
What is Metro Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Metro Inc.’s EPS estimate is 1.57.
How many shares outstanding does Metro Inc. have?
Metro Inc. has 209,975,250 shares outstanding.
What happened to Metro Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Metro Inc. reported an EPS of C$1.11 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of C$1.114. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.724%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Metro Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:MRU
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Metro Inc. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
C$102.17 (11.74% Upside)
C$102.17 (11.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:MRU Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 9.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 9.6%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
15.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
14.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.09%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Metro Inc.
Metro Inc. is a prominent Canadian enterprise active across the food and pharmaceutical industries, functioning as a retailer, franchisor, distributor, and manufacturer. Its operations encompass supermarkets and discount stores, offering a comprehensive selection of fresh produce, general groceries, prepared foods, various meats, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, frozen items, and baked goods, including pastries. The company also provides specialized Mediterranean and Middle Eastern products. As of September 25, 2021, Metro Inc. oversaw an extensive network comprising approximately 963 food retail locations under banners such as Metro, Metro Plus, Super C, Food Basics, Adonis, and Premiere Moisson. Additionally, it managed roughly 649 drugstores, primarily operating under the Jean Coutu, Brunet, Metro Pharmacy, and Food Basics Pharmacy brands. Beyond its retail footprint, the company is involved in the production of generic pharmaceuticals and offers convenient online grocery shopping services. Founded in 1947, Metro Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Montréal, Canada.
MRU Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$102.17
▲(11.74% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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