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TSE:AC

Air Canada (AC.TO)

22.20
+0.70 (3.26%)
as of Jun 15, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 14, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 21 opinions in the last 12 months.

Air Canada (AC-T) is a unique player in the airline industry, with a diverse global network and strategic routes that differentiate it from competitors. While some analysts appreciate its potential given the ongoing recovery in travel demand and improvements in operational metrics, others express caution due to high costs, geopolitical concerns, and the unpredictable nature of the industry. Several experts see significant upside potential once challenges like strikes and rising oil prices are resolved, with some projecting a fair value price between $25 to $40 per share. However, the sentiment remains mixed, with concerns about competitiveness and management practices lingering. Overall, many believe that Air Canada holds promise as a long-term investment if the economic environment stabilizes and the company effectively navigates its challenges.

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Consensus
Mixed
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Valuation
Undervalued
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HOLD
It is going to take a while for this airline to recover. About 30% of air travel is business and even more for AC-T. International and business travel have not come back. It will take two or three years for this one to get back to full recovery.
DON'T BUY
More balance sheet damage from the pandemic than people realize. Airlines in general have pulled back. Not his first go-to at this point.
BUY

Billy Kawasaki’s Insights - Billy’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. Still a buy for new investors seeking a recovery play. The recent news about the government deal does not necessarily add reason to buy more. The potential target price is at $40 over two to three years. Enter around $26.50. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 09/20, Up 33%) Outperformed the broader TSX. Will continue to do well as vaccines roll out for the next 12 months. Solid balance sheet. Higher octane stock, expect some turbulence.
DON'T BUY

Tell him how quickly we'll all get vaccinated, and he'll tell you how AC will do. US airlines are in much better shape. It's hindered at the moment, and so it's hard to recommend as an investment. Should be better days ahead. Balance sheet is ugly, but it's doable. He'd rather own leisure stocks such as DIS, LYV or MTN.

HOLD
That they're burning through $17M a day means they can last 11 months. The market will recover. Long-term debt has expanded to 40%. Taking a 5-year view, it could get back to its pre-pandemic $50.
DON'T BUY
It's a tough business to be in now. AC has rallied a lot, but it will take time before travel like they used to. He didn't buy airlines even in the best of time. Look at other, safer sectors.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Likes the story. Massive pent-up demand. Transat acquisition will be accretive. Balance sheet in fantastic shape. He took profits recently. Add back around mid-high $20s. Don't chase here. Vaccine rollout is a bit of a risk.
TOP PICK

As the economy reopenings, the airline will rebound. The Air Transat buy gives them more market share. You can male 50-60%. If Ottawa gives AC assistance, AC should refund passenger fares (he knows people who are unhappy with AC and are waiting). He doesn't see ill will from the non-refunds; people always hate Air Canada. (Analysts’ price target is $27.59)

BUY
He purchased it 3 months ago. You own it for the re-opening. He thinks we will return to the previous market dynamics. The have the cash to keep going.
BUY ON WEAKNESS

Billy Kawasaki’s Insights - Billy’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. The political issue is background noise. The company has enough cash and business will eventually pick up. Not risk-free but it has good upside potential. Sentiment may turn positive even before business picks up. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free

TOP PICK
The government is arranging for aid for the airline industry. Also, you have to believe in a recovery and that we will get back to some sort of normal. He thinks the demand for travel will be there. AC-T has survived very well and did what they needed to do. They are better positioned to emerge from all of this. (Analysts’ price target is $28.47)
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Some bad news for AC today in regards to travel restrictions. It depends on vaccines and how long their balance sheet can last. There is pent-up demand. There is just the question of whether business travel will come back to the same extent. It is a recovery trade however. It is still not cheap at these levels. It is starting to get to a level where you can buy some.
BUY ON WEAKNESS

The travel industry will come back. In terms of business travelling, there will be less at least in the next couple years. There are vaccines coming but it will not be as simple as flipping a switch. You would buy the dips. TRVL is a way to play the whole travel industry.

DON'T BUY
This is an industry that has been decimated by the pandemic. He does not know how these businesses will recover. He shies away from this sector.
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