Metro Inc. (MRU: CA), a leading Canadian food and pharmaceutical retailer, operates a wide network of supermarkets, pharmacies, and discount stores across the country.
The upcoming quarterly earnings will give investors further insights into the company’s strategic positioning and performance.
Expected Quarterly Earnings Report of Metro Inc:
Metro Inc. is set to announce its fiscal Q2 2025 earnings on April 17, 2025.
Recent Financial Highlights
- Revenue (trailing twelve months): CAD 21.36 billion
- Net Income: CAD 960.6 million
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): CAD 4.28
- Market Cap: CAD 21.78 billion
Analyst Expectations
- Analysts expect continued strength from Metro’s food and pharmacy segments
- Online sales and private label performance are also expected to contribute to growth.
- The company declared a dividend of CAD 1.48 per share, maintaining a yield of around 1.5 percent.
Stock Target Advisor’s Analysis on Metro Inc:
Stock Target Advisor has given Metro Inc. a Slightly Bearish outlook based on a mix of positive and negative indicators.
According to a consensus of 10 analysts, the average 12-month target price is CAD 91.26, suggesting a potential downside from current levels (CAD 98.84 as of April 11, 2025).
The breakdown includes 5 Buy, 2 Sell, and 9 Hold ratings, reflecting a cautious outlook.
Conclusion:
Metro Inc. enters its second-quarter earnings announcement backed by solid financial performance and growing investor confidence.
While there are concerns about valuation and earnings growth relative to peers, the company’s operational strengths, strong return on assets, and consistent cash flow provide a compelling case for long-term stability.
Muzzammil is a content writer at Stock Target Advisor. He has been writing stock news and analysis at Stock Target Advisor since 2023 and has worked in the financial domain in various roles since 2020. He has previously worked on an equity research firm that analyzed companies listed on the stock markets in the U.S. and Canada and performed fundamental and qualitative analyses of management strength, business strategy, and product/services forecast as indicated by major brokers covering the stock.
