{"id":72987,"date":"2026-04-08T04:02:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T04:02:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stocktargetadvisor.com\/blog\/?p=72987"},"modified":"2026-04-08T04:17:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T04:17:21","slug":"canadian-analyst-updates-april-7th-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stocktargetadvisor.com\/blog\/canadian-analyst-updates-april-7th-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Canadian Analyst Updates: April 7th, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stocktargetadvisor.com\/blog\/?p=72987&amp;preview=true\">Analyst Ratings (Canada)<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"729\">Canadian analyst ratings reflect a moderately constructive but highly selective outlook, with growing confidence in commodity-driven and cyclical sectors alongside continued caution in rate-sensitive defensives. Analysts are raising targets and issuing upgrades on names like Canadian Natural Resources Limited and Nutrien Ltd., signaling expectations for stronger cash flows and sustained commodity pricing, while industrials such as Canadian National Railway point to resilient economic activity. In contrast, telecoms including BCE Inc. and TELUS Corporation are seeing target cuts due to higher bond yields and valuation pressure, and mixed sentiment in financials like Brookfield Asset Management reflects sensitivity to capital markets conditions.\u00a0 Overall, analysts are positioning for a higher-for-longer rate environment, favoring cyclical strength and pricing power over yield-oriented stability.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"734\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"hg3dox\" data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"770\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"770\">43 Analyst Updates<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"977\"><strong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"822\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Advantage Energy Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (AAV:CA)<\/strong> was downgraded by BMO Capital Markets to Market Perform fromm Outperform with a $12.00 target, reflecting a more balanced risk\/reward outlook following recent performance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1185\"><strong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1029\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Barrick Gold Corporation<\/span><\/span> (ABX:CA)<\/strong> saw its target raised by ATB Cormark to $75.00 from $70.00 while maintaining Sector Perform, indicating improved gold price assumptions but limited upside.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1354\"><strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1237\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bayhorse Silver Inc.<\/span><\/span> (BHS:CA)<\/strong> was initiated with a Buy rating and $0.21 target by Fundamental Research, highlighting early-stage upside potential.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1537\"><strong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1406\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">BCE Inc.<\/span><\/span> (BCE:CA)<\/strong> had its target lowered slightly by Desjardins to $41.50 from $42.00 while maintaining Buy, suggesting minor valuation compression.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1708\"><strong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1589\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Birchcliff Energy Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (BIR:CA)<\/strong> saw its target cut to $7.00 from $8.50 by BMO, maintaining Market Perform due to softer commodity outlook assumptions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1866\"><strong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1763\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust<\/span><\/span> (BEI-UN:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Buy by TD Securities with an $85.00 target, supported by stable rental fundamentals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"2030\"><strong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1918\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Boyd Group Services Inc.<\/span><\/span> (BYD:CA)<\/strong> had its target reduced to $275.00 from $280.00 by CIBC, reflecting modest recalibration of growth expectations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2189\"><strong data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2079\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Brookfield Asset Management<\/span><\/span> (BAM:CA)<\/strong>\u00a0saw Piper Sandler cut its target to $66.00 from $73.00 with a Neutral rating, citing valuation normalization.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2357\"><strong data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2241\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Canadian National Railway<\/span><\/span> (CNR:CA)<\/strong> had targets raised by JP Morgan to $153.00 and by Citigroup to $170.00 with a Buy rating, reflecting improving freight outlook.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2528\"><strong data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2409\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Canadian Natural Resources Limited<\/span><\/span> (CNQ:CA)<\/strong> saw a significant target increase by JP Morgan to $70.00 from $48.00, indicating stronger commodity price assumptions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2715\"><strong data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2581\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Canadian Pacific Kansas City<\/span><\/span> (CP:CA)<\/strong> had its target lowered by Citigroup to $129.00 from $119.00 while maintaining Buy, implying continued confidence despite adjustments.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2878\"><strong data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2768\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Cardinal Energy Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (CJ:CA)<\/strong> was upgraded by BMO to Outperform with a $13.00 target, supported by improved production and pricing outlook.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"3077\"><strong data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"2932\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Cogeco Communications Inc.<\/span><\/span> (CCA:CA)<\/strong> saw mixed updates, with Desjardins lowering its target to $71.00 (Hold) and CIBC raising slightly to $72.00 (Neutral), reflecting balanced risk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3224\"><strong data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3131\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Cogeco Inc.<\/span><\/span> (CGO:CA)<\/strong> had its target reduced by CIBC to $66.00 from $68.00, indicating mild pressure on valuation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3382\"><strong data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3278\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Enbridge Inc.<\/span><\/span> (ENB:CA)<\/strong> saw Barclays raise its target to $73.00 from $68.00, reflecting stronger energy infrastructure outlook.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3547\"><strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3439\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Firm Capital Property Trust<\/span><\/span> (FCD.UN:CA)<\/strong> had its target increased to $7.00 from $6.15 by Canaccord with a Buy rating, highlighting valuation upside.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3706\"><strong data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3600\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">First Quantum Minerals Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (FM:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Hold by TD Securities with a $42.00 target, reflecting ongoing operational uncertainty.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3708\" data-end=\"3873\"><strong data-start=\"3708\" data-end=\"3762\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Hammond Power Solutions Inc.<\/span><\/span> (HPS.A:CA)<\/strong> saw National Bank raise its target to $235.00 from $220.00 with an Outperform rating, driven by strong demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"4028\"><strong data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3928\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Highlander Silver Corp.<\/span><\/span> (HSLV:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Outperform by CIBC with a $12.00 target, reflecting continued exploration upside.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4176\"><strong data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4083\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">International Petroleum Corp.<\/span><\/span> (IPCO:CA)<\/strong> was upgraded by BMO to Outperform with a $43.00 target, supported by improving fundamentals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4329\"><strong data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4230\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">IsoEnergy Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (ISO:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Buy by TD Securities with an $18.00 target, reflecting long-term uranium demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4331\" data-end=\"4477\"><strong data-start=\"4331\" data-end=\"4383\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Metro Inc.<\/span><\/span> (MRU:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Buy by TD with a $113.00 target, supported by defensive earnings stability.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4479\" data-end=\"4656\"><strong data-start=\"4479\" data-end=\"4531\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Nutrien Ltd.<\/span><\/span> (NTR:CA)<\/strong> saw RBC raise its target sharply to $118.00 from $80.00 with an Outperform rating, reflecting improved agricultural pricing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4658\" data-end=\"4814\"><strong data-start=\"4658\" data-end=\"4710\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Oceanic Iron Ore Corp.<\/span><\/span> (FEO:CA)<\/strong> was initiated with a Buy rating and $2.00 target by Haywood, highlighting long-term resource potential.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4978\"><strong data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4868\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pembina Pipeline Corporation<\/span><\/span> (PPL:CA)<\/strong> saw TD maintain Hold at $63.00 and CIBC maintain Outperform at $64.00, reflecting mixed but stable sentiment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"200\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Quebecor Inc.<\/span><\/span> (QBR.B:CA)\u00a0<\/strong><br data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\" \/>CIBC raised its target to $66.00 from $61.00, reflecting increased confidence in the company\u2019s growth outlook and valuation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"418\"><strong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"278\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Quebecor Inc.<\/span><\/span> (QBR.B:CA)\u00a0<\/strong><br data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\" \/>Desjardins assigned a Buy rating with a $61.00 target, indicating a constructive view on the company\u2019s fundamentals and upside potential.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"245\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"76\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rogers Communications Inc.<\/span><\/span> (RCI.B:CA)\u00a0<\/strong><br data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\" \/>Desjardins lowered its target to $54.50 from $55.00 and maintained a Hold rating, reflecting limited near-term upside and ongoing pressure from higher interest rates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"473\"><strong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"319\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rogers Communications Inc.<\/span><\/span> (RCI.B:CA)\u00a0<\/strong><br data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"322\" \/>Canaccord reduced its target to $55.50 from $57.00 but maintained a Buy rating, indicating confidence in longer-term value despite near-term headwinds.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"677\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"548\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rogers Communications Inc.<\/span><\/span> (RCI.B:CA)\u00a0<\/strong><br data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"551\" \/>CIBC raised its target to $61.00 from $60.00, signaling a more constructive outlook on growth and valuation relative to peers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5339\" data-end=\"5483\"><strong data-start=\"5339\" data-end=\"5391\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">StorageVault Canada Inc.<\/span><\/span> (SVI:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Outperform by Scotiabank with a $6.00 target, supported by stable demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5485\" data-end=\"5645\"><strong data-start=\"5485\" data-end=\"5535\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">TELUS Corporation<\/span><\/span> (T:CA)<\/strong> saw its target lowered to $21.50 from $23.00 by Desjardins while maintaining Buy, reflecting sector pressure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5647\" data-end=\"5793\"><strong data-start=\"5647\" data-end=\"5699\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Tenaz Energy Corp.<\/span><\/span> (TNZ:CA)<\/strong> was maintained at Outperform by CIBC with an $80.00 target, supported by strong fundamentals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5795\" data-end=\"5949\"><strong data-start=\"5795\" data-end=\"5848\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">TFI International Inc.<\/span><\/span> (TFII:CA)<\/strong> saw Citigroup raise its target to $144.00 from $143.00 with a Buy rating, reflecting steady outlook.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5951\" data-end=\"6110\"><strong data-start=\"5951\" data-end=\"6003\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">The North West Company Inc.<\/span><\/span> (NWC:CA)<\/strong> had its target increased to $60.00 from $58.00 by RBC with an Outperform rating, indicating stable growth.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6112\" data-end=\"6240\"><strong data-start=\"6112\" data-end=\"6164\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Toromont Industries Ltd.<\/span><\/span> 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