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Metro Inc. (MRU) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Nov 19, 2025
Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)
Consensus EPS Forecast
1.12
Last Year’s EPS
1.02
Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q3 2025
Earnings Call Date:Aug 13, 2025|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presented a generally positive financial performance for Metro Inc. with significant growth in sales, earnings, and online expansion. However, the company faced challenges such as intensified competition and inflationary pressures, along with some operational hurdles in distribution centers.
Company Guidance
During the Metro Inc. 2025 Third Quarter Results Conference Call, various financial metrics were discussed, highlighting a strong quarter. Total sales reached $6.9 billion, marking a 3.3% increase from the previous year, with food same-store sales up by 1.9% and pharmacy same-store sales growing by 5.5%. Notably, EBITDA increased by 5.7% to $656 million, representing 9.5% of sales. Gross margin improved slightly to 19.8% of sales, attributed to productivity gains in food distribution centers. Operating expenses stood at $702 million, maintaining a steady 10.2% of sales. Adjusted net earnings showed an 8.8% rise to $332 million, with adjusted net earnings per share up by 12.6% to $1.52. The company engaged in share repurchases, buying back 5.7 million shares for $562 million. Capital expenditures were $146 million, reflecting a decline due to the completion of distribution centers. Online sales grew by 14%, driven by enhanced delivery services. The effective tax rate was reduced to 24.1%, and the company plans to open additional stores in the coming quarter. Overall, Metro Inc. emphasized delivering value amid a competitive environment and inflationary pressures.
Overall Revenue Growth
Total sales reached $6.9 billion, marking an increase of 3.3% compared to the third quarter last year.
Pharmacy Sales Performance
Pharmacy same-store sales grew by 5.5%, supported by a 6.2% growth in prescription sales and a 4% growth in front-end sales.
EBITDA Improvement
EBITDA for the quarter totaled $656 million, up 5.7% year-over-year, with EBITDA as a percentage of sales at 9.5%, an increase of 20 basis points over Q3 2024.
Adjusted Net Earnings Growth
Adjusted net earnings were $332 million, an increase of 8.8% from last year, with adjusted net earnings per share up 12.6% year-over-year.
Online Sales Expansion
Online sales grew by 14% for the quarter, driven by the expansion of click-and-collect services and home delivery partnerships with DoorDash, Instacart, and Uber.
Successful Store Expansions
Five new stores were opened in the quarter with plans to open six more in the fourth quarter, including the launch of a new Adonis store in Ontario.

Metro Inc. (TSE:MRU) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

The upcoming earnings date is based on a company’s previous reporting, and may be updated when the actual date is announced

TSE:MRU Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
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Nov 19, 2025
2025 (Q4)
1.11 / -
1.02
Aug 13, 2025
2025 (Q3)
1.53 / 1.52
1.3512.59% (+0.17)
Apr 16, 2025
2025 (Q2)
1.02 / 1.02
0.9112.09% (+0.11)
Jan 28, 2025
2025 (Q1)
1.09 / 1.10
1.027.84% (+0.08)
Nov 20, 2024
2024 (Q4)
0.99 / 1.02
0.993.03% (+0.03)
Aug 14, 2024
2024 (Q3)
1.34 / 1.35
1.350.00% (0.00)
Apr 24, 2024
2024 (Q2)
0.89 / 0.91
0.96-5.21% (-0.05)
Jan 30, 2024
2024 (Q1)
0.99 / 1.02
12.00% (+0.02)
Nov 15, 2023
2023 (Q4)
1.07 / 0.99
0.927.61% (+0.07)
Aug 09, 2023
2023 (Q3)
1.29 / 1.35
1.1814.41% (+0.17)
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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TSE:MRU Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Aug 13, 2025
C$105.63C$98.21-7.02%
Apr 16, 2025
C$100.15C$100.40+0.25%
Jan 28, 2025
C$90.52C$87.57-3.26%
Nov 20, 2024
C$85.31C$86.10+0.93%
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.

FAQ

When does Metro Inc. (TSE:MRU) report earnings?
Metro Inc. (TSE:MRU) is schdueled to report earning on Nov 19, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).
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          What is TSE:MRU EPS forecast?
          TSE:MRU EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 1.12.

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