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Outperform 79 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:79Outperform
Price Target:
C$30.00
▲(17.55% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/06/26
The score is driven primarily by strong financial performance (cash generation and deleveraging) and a very constructive earnings call highlighting record profitability and continued margin-expansion initiatives. Technicals are supportive with a clear uptrend, while valuation is reasonable but not a standout bargain.
Positive Factors
Cash generation & deleveraging
Consistent positive operating cash flow and materially higher free cash flow through 2025 have funded meaningful debt reduction and equity strengthening, improving financial flexibility to reinvest, pursue tuck-in M&A, and sustain operations through cycles without reliance on external funding.
Savaria One operational gains
A structured continuous-improvement program (160+ initiatives) is embedding recurring operating efficiencies and margin tailwinds. Over time, these initiatives compound, raising sustainable margins and return on capital while reducing cost volatility from raw-material or labor swings.
Recurring aftermarket & diversified revenue
A mixed model of product sales plus installation and recurring aftermarket service builds a stable installed-base revenue stream. This recurring service income smooths cash flow, supports margins, and strengthens customer lock-in over multi-year replacement and maintenance cycles.
Negative Factors
Decelerating top-line growth
Top-line growth has slowed to low-single digits, signaling a maturing market position and the need for new demand drivers or successful M&A to restore faster expansion. Persistent slow growth raises dependence on margin gains and cost programs to drive earnings growth.
Europe top-line pressure
Structural headwinds in Europe—partner contract changes, prior divestments and uneven public subsidy programs—reduce predictability and market share potential. Prolonged regional weakness can cap consolidated revenue growth and require targeted repositioning or investment to regain momentum.
Lumpy patient-care demand
Reliance on large institutional projects and government funding creates variability in bookings and revenue recognition. This project-driven lumpiness complicates forecasting, can create uneven working-capital needs, and reduces the predictability of margin and cash conversion over reporting periods.

Savaria (SIS) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

Savaria Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionSavaria Corporation provides accessibility solutions for the elderly and physically challenged people in Canada, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company operates in three segments: Accessibility, Patient Care, and Adapted Vehicles. The Accessibility segment designs, manufactures, distributes, and installs accessibility products, such as stairlifts for straight and curved stairs, vertical and inclined wheelchair platform lifts for commercial and residential applications, and accessibility and home elevators. The Patient Care segment manufactures and distributes therapeutic support surfaces and other pressure management products for the medical and medical beds, as well as offers medical equipment and solutions for the safe handling of patients. The Adapted Vehicles segment offers distributing vehicles for people with mobility challenges for personal or commercial use. The company sells its products through dealers and by direct stores to end-user customers. Savaria Corporation was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Laval, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneySavaria generates revenue primarily through the sale and installation of its accessibility products such as stairlifts, home elevators, and wheelchair lifts. The company also offers maintenance and repair services for its products, providing a recurring revenue stream. Additionally, Savaria benefits from strategic partnerships with distributors and contractors, which expand its market reach and enhance sales. The growing demand for accessibility solutions, driven by an aging population and increasing awareness of mobility issues, further contributes to the company's earnings.

Savaria Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Mar 04, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:May 13, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed strong positive momentum: record quarterly and annual profitability, double-digit segment improvements, meaningful deleveraging, robust cash flow, and structural gains from the Savaria One transformation. Management provided clear plans for growth (product introductions, European rebranding, dealer tuck-ins, Greenville expansion) and signaled ample M&A capacity. Headwinds are present but manageable — chiefly FX volatility, transitional Europe dynamics, some one‑off strategic costs, and a near-term CapEx spike for Greenville. Overall, the positives (record results, sustainable margin improvement, cash/debt progress and clear strategic roadmap) materially outweigh the limited and identifiable lowlights.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Record Quarterly and Full-Year Profitability
Adjusted EBITDA of $51.3M in Q4 2025 (highest quarter ever), representing ~20% growth YoY and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 21.2% (up 200 bps vs Q4 2024). Full-year sales of $913M with adjusted EBITDA of $186.2M and a 20.4% margin (company bests and above the 20% target).
Top-Line Growth and Revenue Mix
Consolidated Q4 revenue of $241.8M, up $18.4M (+8.3% YoY). Growth drivers included organic growth of 5.2%, foreign exchange tailwind of 2.5%, and acquisition contribution of 0.6% (Western Elevator).
Segment Momentum — Accessibility and Patient Care
Accessibility revenue growth of 7.7% in Q4 (North America +7.2%, Europe +9% with positive organic growth in Europe). Patient Care grew 10% in Q4, bringing full-year Patient Care growth to ~5%.
Improved Margins and Operating Results
Consolidated gross margin improved to 38.9% from 37.7% in 2024; operating income increased 36.6% YoY. Segment adjusted EBITDA margins: Accessibility 23.4%, Patient Care 19.4%.
Strong Cash Generation and Deleveraging
Cash flow from operations in Q4 of $35M; net debt reduced by $71M YoY, ending leverage ratio 1.03. Debt repayments totaled $45.2M in Q4 and $75.2M for 2025.
Savaria One Transformation Delivering Sustainable Gains
Savaria One delivered >160 initiatives in 2025 (roughly a dozen+ per month) with accelerating recurring savings; Q4 implementation of ~35 initiatives. Management describes improvements as structural and sustainable, with 100+ new initiatives planned for 2026.
M&A Firepower and Strategic Tuck-ins
Liquidity of ~$312M and stated capacity to invest ~$200M over the next few years while keeping leverage comfortably below 2x. Completed strategic tuck-ins (Western Elevator, Baxter Residential Elevator) to expand dealer footprint and product lines.
Disciplined CapEx and Continued R&D Investment
FY 2025 CapEx of $22M (2.4% of sales), Q4 CapEx $6.8M. 2026 CapEx guidance ~2.5%–3% of sales (one-off Greenville expansion), with expectation to return to ~2%–2.5% in 2027. R&D remains a focus (headcount ~62), with R&D and intangibles typically ~half of normal annual CapEx.
Negative Updates
Europe Top-Line Pressure and Prior Two-Year Lag
Europe experienced constrained top-line growth over the last ~2 years due to divestments, re-pricing/stricter partnership terms that ceded some business to competitors, and stop-and-go government subsidy programs (e.g., France, Italy). Organic growth in Europe was described as low single digits in the quarter.
Foreign Exchange Volatility
Unrealized foreign currency loss of $1.7M in the quarter (versus a gain prior year) created a drag on finance/earnings and contributes to quarter-to-quarter volatility despite FX providing +2.5% to revenue growth for the period.
Strategic Initiative and One-Off Costs
Q4 included $4.7M of strategic initiative (consulting) expenses (final quarter of consulting fees related to Savaria One) plus $1.8M of other optimization/one-off costs, reducing near-term reported profitability.
Higher Reported Finance Costs Versus Prior Year
Total finance costs rose to $4.8M in Q4 compared with $2.4M in the prior-year quarter, partially offset by lower interest on long-term debt (down $1.3M) but influenced by FX and other items.
Lumpiness and Uncertainty in Patient Care Demand
Patient Care growth is described as lumpy and influenced by large project timing and government funding cycles; full-year growth (~5%) is modest and quarter-to-quarter performance can be volatile.
Near-Term CapEx Headwind from Greenville Expansion
Greenville home-elevator facility expansion is a one-off capital project (expected live in Q4 2026) that will increase 2026 CapEx to ~2.5%–3% of sales before reverting toward 2%–2.5% in 2027. Current U.S. domestic production of Savaria home elevators in Greenville is ~35%–40% with further scaling TBD.
Tax Rate Normalization Risk
Q4 effective tax rate benefited from one-off adjustments (Q4 ~17.5%); management expects a normalized tax rate around ~26%–26.5% for 2026, which could reduce net earnings compared with the Q4 anomaly.
Company Guidance
Management deferred specific yearly guidance until its Investor Day on April 14 when it will unveil 5‑year targets, but gave directional metrics for 2026–27: CapEx is expected to be ~2.5–3.0% of sales in 2026 (back to ~2–2.5% in 2027) with the Greenville U.S. expansion coming online in Q4/Oct 2026; an expected effective tax rate of ~26–26.5%; no share buybacks and a stable dividend policy; a capital priority of deleveraging and M&A (net debt fell ~$71M YoY to a 1.03 leverage ratio, $75.2M of debt repaid in 2025, ~$312M liquidity available, and management says it can invest roughly $200M over the next few years while keeping net debt/EBITDA below 2). They signalled continued margin expansion driven by Savaria One and operating leverage (Q4 adjusted EBITDA $51.3M / 21.2%; FY adjusted EBITDA $186.2M / 20.4%), plan ~100 new Savaria One initiatives in 2026 after 160+ in 2025, and will modestly elevate 2026 CapEx (one‑off Greenville spend) while roughly half of normal CapEx continues to support R&D (62 people).

Savaria Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong fundamentals supported by consistent positive operating cash flow and higher free cash flow into 2025, meaningful deleveraging with improved equity position, and an improving profitability trend. The main offset is slowing recent revenue growth and some year-to-year free cash flow variability.
Income Statement
74
Positive
Revenue has grown meaningfully over the last several years (from 2020 through 2025), with growth moderating recently (2024 ~3.7% and 2025 ~2.1%). Profitability has improved versus earlier years, with net income rising from 2021 through 2025 and operating profit expanding from 2022 to 2025. That said, margins have shown some volatility historically (notably stronger net margin in 2020 vs. weaker in 2021), and recent top-line growth deceleration suggests a more mature growth phase unless new demand drivers emerge.
Balance Sheet
77
Positive
Leverage has improved significantly over time: total debt fell sharply into 2025 while equity increased, indicating a stronger capital structure and better financial flexibility. In 2022–2024, debt relative to equity was moderate-to-elevated but trending better, and returns on equity have been positive and improving into 2024. A watch item is that total assets were roughly stable around ~$1.1B from 2021–2025, implying growth is coming more from operating performance and mix than from balance sheet expansion.
Cash Flow
81
Very Positive
Cash generation is a clear strength: operating cash flow and free cash flow are consistently positive across the period, with free cash flow stepping up materially from 2023 to 2025. Free cash flow generally tracks earnings well (free cash flow has covered a large portion of net income in the years provided), supporting reinvestment capacity and balance sheet strengthening. The main weakness is variability in free cash flow growth year-to-year (including declines in 2021 and 2023 and a slight dip in 2025), which suggests execution and working-capital timing can swing results.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue913.53M867.76M836.95M789.09M660.98M
Gross Profit321.22M321.71M286.02M254.37M215.54M
EBITDA164.55M136.58M123.82M114.14M82.70M
Net Income68.77M48.51M37.84M35.31M11.54M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets1.10B1.11B1.10B1.11B1.11B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments18.62M35.24M54.27M45.24M63.49M
Total Debt205.91M292.62M319.38M410.07M432.34M
Total Liabilities458.10M538.94M552.57M656.99M672.32M
Stockholders Equity640.83M575.27M549.00M452.97M434.60M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow115.53M99.95M59.76M70.22M41.56M
Operating Cash Flow128.17M120.10M78.62M90.74M57.28M
Investing Cash Flow-20.95M-20.63M-6.36M-21.58M-396.44M
Financing Cash Flow-125.85M-118.00M-63.11M-83.25M351.80M

Savaria Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price25.52
Price Trends
50DMA
24.54
Positive
100DMA
23.07
Positive
200DMA
21.41
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
0.26
Positive
RSI
54.29
Neutral
STOCH
57.04
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:SIS, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 25.52 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 25.28, above the 50-day MA of 24.54, and above the 200-day MA of 21.41, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 0.26 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 54.29 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 57.04 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for TSE:SIS.

Savaria Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (63)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
79
Outperform
C$1.83B23.6810.22%2.35%3.93%33.44%
65
Neutral
C$22.27M15.293.19%0.38%
63
Neutral
$10.79B15.437.44%2.01%2.89%-14.66%
47
Neutral
C$339.97M23.33-27.70%3.06%-18.71%-845.27%
* Industrials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:SIS
Savaria
25.52
9.36
57.92%
TSE:REKO
Reko International
4.06
1.22
42.96%
TSE:VLN
Velan Inc. SV
15.75
2.52
19.06%

Savaria Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Savaria Delivers Record 2025 Results and Sharply Improves Margins
Positive
Mar 5, 2026

Savaria reported strong results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, driven by broad-based growth in its Accessibility and Patient Care segments and margin expansion from its two-year “Savaria One” transformation program. Revenue for 2025 rose 5.3% to $913.5 million, while adjusted EBITDA increased 15.5% to $186.3 million, lifting the adjusted EBITDA margin to 20.4% and net earnings to $68.8 million, with Q4 marking the company’s best quarter ever on several metrics including adjusted EBITDA per share.

The company also significantly strengthened its balance sheet, cutting net debt to $191.5 million and lowering its net-debt-to-adjusted-EBITDA ratio to 1.03, which management says provides ample capacity for strategic acquisitions. With hundreds of process improvement initiatives still underway, particularly after strong European accessibility growth and double-digit expansion in Patient Care, Savaria enters 2026 with improved operational efficiency, higher profitability and greater financial flexibility to pursue further growth opportunities.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Financial Disclosures
Savaria Sets March 4 Release Date for Q4 2025 Results
Neutral
Feb 23, 2026

Savaria Corporation announced it will publish its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results after markets close on March 4, 2026, followed by an investor conference call and webcast the morning of March 5. The scheduled disclosure gives investors and analysts a clear timetable for assessing the company’s recent performance and outlook, reinforcing Savaria’s communication practices as it competes in the global accessibility and medical equipment markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Dividends
Savaria Maintains Monthly Payout With New Dividend Declaration
Positive
Feb 20, 2026

Savaria Corporation has declared a monthly dividend of 4.67 cents per common share, payable on March 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 27, 2026. The announcement underscores the company’s continued commitment to returning capital to investors through a stable, policy-driven dividend, signalling confidence in its cash flow and ongoing operations within the accessibility and medical equipment markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyM&A Transactions
Savaria Buys Texas Home Elevator Dealer to Boost U.S. Growth
Positive
Feb 9, 2026

Savaria Corporation has acquired substantially all the assets of Baxter Residential Elevators, a long-time dealer and installer of home elevators and lifts in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which generated about US$4 million in revenue in 2025. The acquisition gives Savaria a direct foothold in the fast-growing Texas market, particularly the luxury residential segment, with BRE founder RD Baxter continuing to lead the business as a Savaria division, reinforcing continuity for customers and employees while supporting Savaria’s push to grow its home elevator market share in the region.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Dividends
Savaria Maintains Payout with January Monthly Dividend Declaration
Positive
Jan 23, 2026

Savaria Corporation has declared a monthly dividend of 4.67 cents per common share, payable on February 10, 2026 to shareholders of record as of January 30, 2026, maintaining its regular dividend policy and signaling continued commitment to returning capital to investors. The move underscores the company’s cash-generation stability in the accessibility and medical equipment markets and is likely to be viewed positively by income-focused shareholders seeking consistent distributions from a global operator in mobility and care solutions.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Savaria to Showcase Growth Strategy at April 2026 Investor Day
Positive
Jan 14, 2026

Savaria Corporation will host an Investor Day in the Greater Toronto Area on April 14, 2026, featuring management presentations and a tour of its Brampton manufacturing facility. The event will provide updates on the Savaria One initiative and long-term growth plans from the company’s global leadership team, with presentation materials to be made available online afterward, underscoring Savaria’s efforts to engage investors and highlight its strategic roadmap in the accessibility and medical equipment markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

Dividends
Savaria Maintains Payout with Declaration of Monthly Dividend
Positive
Dec 19, 2025

Savaria Corporation, the Canadian-based accessibility solutions provider listed on the TSX, has declared a monthly dividend of 4.67 cents per common share, payable on January 9, 2026 to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025, in line with its established dividend policy. This announcement reinforces Savaria’s ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders and signals continued confidence in its cash flow generation, which may be viewed positively by income-focused investors tracking the company’s performance in the global accessibility and medical equipment markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:SIS) stock is a Buy with a C$24.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Savaria stock, see the TSE:SIS Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Mar 06, 2026