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Superior Plus Corp. (TSE:SPB)
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Superior Plus

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Neutral 62 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:62Neutral
Price Target:
C$8.50
▲(35.35% Upside)
Action:Reiterated
Date:05/15/26
The score is held back mainly by financial risk from high leverage and a cautious outlook from the latest call (lowered multi-year growth trajectory and near-term Certarus weakness). Offsetting these are strong valuation (very low P/E) and supportive technical momentum with the stock trading above key moving averages.
Positive Factors
Strong cash generation
Superior generates durable, positive free cash flow that meaningfully covers capex and interest. TTM FCF (~$204M) and operating cash flow (~$314M) provide a recurring buffer to service debt, fund working capital and support strategic options (redeem/repay preferred, capex or measured buybacks) over the next 2–3 years.
Negative Factors
Elevated leverage and refinancing risk
Superior's debt-heavy capital structure (high leverage and ~4.0x net leverage) reduces financial flexibility and raises sensitivity to interest rates or profit shocks. The balance sheet constrains capital allocation, forces prioritization of debt reduction or preferred redemption preparation, and increases refinancing and covenant risk over the next 12–24 months.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Strong cash generation
Superior generates durable, positive free cash flow that meaningfully covers capex and interest. TTM FCF (~$204M) and operating cash flow (~$314M) provide a recurring buffer to service debt, fund working capital and support strategic options (redeem/repay preferred, capex or measured buybacks) over the next 2–3 years.
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Superior Plus (SPB) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

Superior Plus Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company Description
Superior Plus Corp. engages in the energy distribution business. It operates through two segments, U.S. Propane Distribution and Canadian Propane Distribution. The U.S. Propane Distribution segment distributes and sells propane, heating oil, and o...
How the Company Makes Money
Superior Plus makes money primarily by selling and delivering propane to end customers and, to a lesser extent, through wholesale propane-related activities. Its core revenue stream is retail propane distribution: the company purchases propane (ty...

Superior Plus Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Feb 19, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:Aug 18, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The call presented a balanced picture: the company delivered modest consolidated EBITDA growth, materially improved per-share metrics via aggressive buybacks, reduced capex and costs, and achieved operational wins (record Certarus volumes, new hubs/contracts). However, significant headwinds remain — primarily CNG wellsite pricing pressure (a reported $40M impact), a downgraded multi-year growth outlook (3-year CAGR trimmed to ~2%), and execution challenges in propane delivery that delayed realization of transformation benefits (Superior Delivers timeline extended to three years). Management retains confidence in the long-term plan but acknowledges near-term revenue/EBITDA pressure and extended timelines.
Positive Updates
Modest Consolidated EBITDA Growth
Full year adjusted EBITDA was $463.5M, up ~2% versus prior year; Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $161.9M, up 2% year-over-year.
Negative Updates
CNG Pricing Pressure and Gross Margin Headwind
Wellsite pricing deterioration created roughly a $40M gross margin headwind in 2025. Certarus full-year adjusted EBITDA declined ~4% to $142.5M; Q4 CNG EBITDA was $34.3M, down 13% YoY.
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Q4-2025 Updates
Negative
Modest Consolidated EBITDA Growth
Full year adjusted EBITDA was $463.5M, up ~2% versus prior year; Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $161.9M, up 2% year-over-year.
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Company Guidance
Management guided 2026 consolidated adjusted EBITDA to grow roughly 2% year-over-year, driven by propane growth of about 3–8% (assuming warmer weather in line with the 5‑year average) and a Superior Delivers contribution of ~US$50M in 2026 (up from ~US$16.2M in 2025), while Certarus (CNG) is expected to see adjusted EBITDA decline about 4–9% for the year (with the hit occurring in Q1 — Q1 EBITDA forecast flat to Q4‑25 or down ~30–35% vs Q1‑25, then growth in the next three quarters); 2026 capex (including lease additions) is ~US$160M (vs ~US$140M in 2025), year‑end 2025 leverage was 4.0x (management targets ~3.8x–3.5x toward 2027 depending on buybacks vs debt repayment), share repurchases may be reduced to ~US$50–100M in 2026 as capital shifts toward partly preparing to redeem the US$260M convertible preferred in mid‑2027 (conversion price ≈ CAD12; potential ~30M share dilution if not redeemed), the prior 3‑year EBITDA CAGR outlook was cut to ~2% (2024–2027) from ~8%, the US$75M Superior Delivers run‑rate is now expected to be fully realized in 2028, and the prior US$1.00–1.10 free cash flow target has been pushed out.

Superior Plus Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Operating performance and margins have improved and free cash flow is meaningfully positive, but revenue is down TTM and net margins remain thin. The biggest constraint is the highly leveraged balance sheet (elevated debt-to-equity), which increases financial risk despite decent cash generation.
Income Statement
56
Neutral
Balance Sheet
43
Neutral
Cash Flow
58
Neutral
BreakdownTTMDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue2.35B2.50B2.27B2.53B2.52B1.88B
Gross Profit1.10B1.06B972.74M965.10M708.68M557.74M
EBITDA445.64M466.53M372.80M428.57M151.51M300.51M
Net Income39.74M61.86M-35.03M38.85M-83.84M143.43M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets3.57B3.58B3.69B5.17B4.48B3.56B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments39.13M23.76M60.38M48.30M58.40M81.00M
Total Debt1.78B1.97B1.87B2.48B2.15B1.63B
Total Liabilities2.39B2.52B2.54B3.40B3.02B2.25B
Stockholders Equity920.45M805.53M885.80M1.43B1.11B983.60M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow204.13M218.15M113.70M349.80M131.40M126.90M
Operating Cash Flow314.18M334.66M274.10M550.00M248.70M232.00M
Investing Cash Flow-92.46M-96.56M-142.10M-467.10M-632.10M172.00M
Financing Cash Flow-218.32M-231.08M-144.70M-99.70M410.90M-399.60M

Superior Plus Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price6.28
Price Trends
50DMA
6.77
Negative
100DMA
6.94
Negative
200DMA
7.19
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.12
Positive
RSI
33.26
Neutral
STOCH
11.83
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:SPB, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 6.28 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 6.61, below the 50-day MA of 6.77, and below the 200-day MA of 7.19, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -0.12 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 33.26 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 11.83 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TSE:SPB.

Superior Plus Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (66)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
69
Neutral
C$16.55B25.035.92%2.99%1.11%-13.38%
66
Neutral
$17.65B18.105.60%3.62%6.62%11.55%
64
Neutral
C$13.14B14.841.59%4.33%-1.26%-92.43%
62
Neutral
C$1.63B3.026.95%2.54%-7.20%14.34%
59
Neutral
C$6.97B12.593.39%3.62%2.57%-63.07%
53
Neutral
C$6.10B13.893.63%4.32%1.84%
51
Neutral
C$5.23B104.46-11.56%1.46%-16.72%-125033.33%
* Utilities Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:SPB
Superior Plus
7.61
0.02
0.24%
TSE:TA
TransAlta
17.63
5.11
40.77%
TSE:ALA
AltaGas
53.17
17.01
47.03%
TSE:ACO.X
ATCO Ltd Cl I NV
69.14
20.30
41.56%
TSE:CU
Canadian Utilities A
48.29
12.74
35.85%
TSE:AQN
Algonquin Power & Utilities
7.94
0.47
6.32%

Superior Plus Corporate Events

Financial DisclosuresShareholder Meetings
Superior Plus Sets Date for Q1 2026 Results and Virtual AGM
Neutral
Apr 1, 2026
Superior Plus Corp. will release its 2026 first quarter financial results after markets close on May 13, 2026, followed by a conference call and webcast on May 14 to discuss the quarter’s performance. The webcast will be accessible live and ...
Business Operations and StrategyDividends
Superior Plus Maintains Payout With Q1 2026 Dividend Declaration
Positive
Feb 20, 2026
Superior Plus Corp. has declared a quarterly dividend of CAD $0.045 per common share for the first quarter of 2026, payable on April 15 to shareholders of record as of March 31. The announcement maintains the company’s annualized cash divide...
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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: May 15, 2026