Loblaw Companies: Analyst Update & Stock Forecast

STA Research
May 28th, 2025
Loblaw Companies: Analyst Update & Stock Forecast
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Loblaw Companies (L:CA) (LBLCF)

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Analyst Update

RBC Capital Markets has reaffirmed its “Buy” rating on Loblaw Companies Limited and raised its 12-month price target to CAD 234, suggesting continued confidence in the company’s performance and upside potential from current levels.

Analyst Forecast 

As of the latest update, nine analysts have provided 12-month price forecasts for Loblaw Companies Limited, with an average target price of CAD 210.57. This suggests that, on average, analysts expect the stock to decline modestly from its current trading level of CAD 225.05. Despite this slightly lower average target, the overall consensus rating remains “Buy”, indicating that analysts believe Loblaw remains a fundamentally strong and attractive long-term investment.

Stock Target Advisor’s Analysis

Stock Target Advisor has issued a Neutral rating, based its fundamental analysis consisting of a balance of seven positive signals and seven negative signals. This mixed sentiment implies a more cautious stance on the stock’s near-term performance, possibly reflecting concerns such as valuation levels, market saturation, or inflationary pressures impacting margins.

Recent Price Performance:

  • 1-week gain: +2.48%

  • 1-month gain: +3.99%

  • 1-year gain: +44.18%

These strong performance figures, especially the 44% increase over the past year, highlight Loblaw’s momentum and investor confidence. The stock has outperformed many peers in the Canadian consumer staples sector, suggesting robust fundamentals and possibly defensive qualities that attract investors during economic uncertainty.

Outlook:

While Loblaw is trading above the average analyst price target, indicating potential short-term downside based on mean projections, the consensus “Buy” rating and strong recent price appreciation suggest continued market confidence. However, investors may want to weigh this optimism against STA Research’s (StockTargetAdvisor) fundamental analysis, which highlights both strengths and potential risks in the current valuation model.

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