George Weston (TSE:WN)
TSX:WN
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WN Stock Chart & Stats
C$96.25
C$2.08(0.93%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$96.25
C$2.08(0.93%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$82.77 - C$105.46
Previous CloseN/A
Volume67.15K
Average Volume (3M)312.76K
Market Cap
C$39.29B
Enterprise ValueC$55.27B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$1.24B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$20.04B
Price to Earnings (P/E)33.9
Beta0.33
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
1.19Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.23%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.26
Shares Outstanding375,804,840
10 Day Avg. Volume269,994
30 Day Avg. Volume312,762
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.45
Price to Book (P/B)6.90
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio11.29
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$107.33Price Target Upside11.52% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)4.78
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$66.13B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Free Cash Flow GenerationConsistent and rising free cash flow provides durable financial flexibility: it funds reinvestment, supports dividend/distribution capacity, and creates headroom for debt reduction or opportunistic M&A. Over time strong FCF helps absorb cyclical retail variability and underpins capital allocation choices.
Steady Revenue Growth And Operating MarginsSustained top-line growth with healthy industry-level EBIT margins indicates durable market demand and operational scale. This structural performance supports reinvestment in store, e‑commerce, and loyalty programs and helps the company maintain competitive positioning against peers over the medium term.
High Returns On Equity And Improving LeverageConsistently strong ROE signals effective capital deployment and franchise profitability, while the recent reduction in reported leverage improves balance-sheet resilience. Together these structural traits support long-term shareholder returns and reduce refinancing risk relative to prior years.
Bears Say
Very Thin Net MarginsNet margins under 2% leave limited room to absorb cost shocks, interest expense, or weaker consumer spending. In a low-margin retail model, small adverse shifts in input costs or non-operating charges can materially depress earnings and free cash flow, increasing earnings volatility over time.
Multi-year Elevated Leverage HistoryA history of high debt ratios means prior financing decisions have left structural sensitivity to interest rates and refinancing cycles. Even with recent improvement, the multi-year pattern increases the probability of leverage re‑acceleration during strategic moves or weaker results, stressing cash flow in a low-margin business.
Operating Cash Flow Coverage Below 1.0Coverage below 1.0 implies operating cash flow may not fully meet certain recurring obligations measured in the dataset, which signals potential structural pressure when combined with debt servicing and capital spending. This constraint can limit strategic flexibility in adverse scenarios.
George Weston News
WN FAQ
What was George Weston’s price range in the past 12 months?
George Weston lowest stock price was C$82.77 and its highest was C$105.46 in the past 12 months.
What is George Weston’s market cap?
George Weston’s market cap is C$39.29B.
When is George Weston’s upcoming earnings report date?
George Weston’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 55 days.
How were George Weston’s earnings last quarter?
George Weston released its earnings results on May 12, 2026. The company reported C$0.91 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of C$0.978 by -C$0.068.
Is George Weston overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts George Weston’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does George Weston pay dividends?
George Weston pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.322 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.23%. See more information on George Weston dividends here
What is George Weston’s EPS estimate?
George Weston’s EPS estimate is 1.19.
How many shares outstanding does George Weston have?
George Weston has 375,804,840 shares outstanding.
What happened to George Weston’s price movement after its last earnings report?
George Weston reported an EPS of C$0.91 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of C$0.978. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.819%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of George Weston?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:WN
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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George Weston Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
C$107.33 (11.52% Upside)
C$107.33 (11.52% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth C$12.4M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 4.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.8%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
21.82%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
21.74%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
George Weston
George Weston Limited is a diversified Canadian and international enterprise, primarily engaged in food and drug retailing, alongside offering financial services. Its operations are structured into two main segments: Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) and Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (Choice Properties). The Loblaw division encompasses a broad array of retail offerings, including groceries, pharmaceuticals, health and beauty products, apparel, general merchandise, and financial solutions. It notably operates drugstores under the Shoppers Drug Mart brand. Furthermore, Loblaw extends its services to include credit card facilities, insurance brokerage, guaranteed investment certificates (GICs), and mobile wireless offerings. Conversely, the Choice Properties segment is dedicated to the ownership, operation, and management of a diverse portfolio of real estate assets, spanning commercial, residential, tenant, industrial, and office properties. George Weston also markets various products under well-known labels such as President's Choice, Life Brand, and Farmer's Market. Established in 1882, the company maintains its headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and functions as a subsidiary of Wittington Investments, Limited.
WN Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$107.33
▲(11.52% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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