TSE:ATD

Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD.TO)

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as of Jul 21, 2026, 5:42:39 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 43 opinions in the last 12 months.

Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD) has received mixed reviews from analysts, primarily focused on its growth trajectory and market position following its failed acquisition attempts of 7-Eleven. While many experts highlight its strong operational management and the potential for acquisitions, there are concerns regarding the health of the consumer and the overall competitive landscape in the convenience store sector. ATD's recent earnings report showed improved fuel margins and same-store sales growth, suggesting resilience despite some market volatility from fuel prices. Experts note the company's ability to generate consistent returns through prudent capital allocation and operational efficiency, forecasting continued growth in both the US and international markets by expanding its footprint and offerings. However, given the current economic uncertainty, there is caution regarding future consumer spending and the company's ability to sustain rapid growth without major acquisitions.

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Buy
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Fair Value
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Curated by Allan Tong since 2019.
99+ opinions with 4.15 rating.

TOP PICK

Despite inflation, ATD enjoyed a 14% increase in net earnings in that quarter, Q1. Shares have since popped $3 to close $59.46 before Labour Day in heavy volumes. It was the third earnings beat in a row at $1.12 actual vs. $0.95 estimated. Shares are close to 52-week lows, but there's little more gas in the tank, so to speak.

HOLD
Good long-term hold. Geographic distribution for EVs. Transition to EVs will take longer than people think. Valuation has gone up a bit this year. Benefiting from higher fuel margins. C-stores have been relatively resilient. Possibly more M&A.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Above his target price, so not a buy right now. Well run with great growth profile. Buy on pullback. Global platform, huge cashflow allows for opportunistic acquisitions during choppy economic times.
STRONG BUY
Executed incredibly well. Predictable, great acquisitions. Market's waiting for the possibility of a larger deal, perhaps SU assets. Good company, good margins. He'd buy it today.
BUY

Currently owns stock and has been a long term holder. Believes company has room to grow and expand. Excellent growth story in Canada.

BUY
Great grower and compounder. Behind 7-Eleven, second-largest convenience store owner in the world. Great operators and acquirers in a fragmented industry. Juicy margins on store items. Scale lets them sell fuel for less. Under-leveraged. Grows organically and inorganically. Petro-Can purchase would be great. He's buying.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 03/21, Up 18%) Fits well with needs vs. wants in this environment. The CEO says they "sell people time". Procurement clout lets them price competitively on fuel, which is so important now. Same store sales on merchandise may check back. Modest organic growth bolstered by great acquisition capabilities.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 17/21, Up 5%) Still a buy today. Really good management with a global platform. Economies of scale. Exceptionally strong balance sheet and defensive, so it's held up well. Earnings likely to remain strong.
STRONG BUY
A long-term grower and compounder. More upside. Exposure is timely. Pretty defensive if economic slowdown. Great operators. Scale applies procurement clout to drive margin advantages. Getting better at merchandising. Navigating inflation well. Underleverged. Great consolidators. Very much a buy.
BUY ON WEAKNESS

Really likes it. Tremendous capital allocators in a challenging business. Current valuation of 18x forward earnings is 10% above his buy price. Defensive. Wait for a pullback.

Unspecified
It is well run with very strong cash flows. Also aggressively buying back stock. Very successful in acquiring, integrating and growing its business. Growth profile is a little slower but management is disciplined and doing the right thing. Trading at a good valuation with good price protection. Buy 12, Hold 3, Sell 0
WAIT
It had good earnings results and has been in a bit of a trading range lately. It is well run and has done well in recession. As far as growth is concerned it is making fewer acquisitions - from 70% down to 30%. The headwind is inflation and sky rocketing gas prices causing people to drive less. Wait to buy.
BUY

Billy Kawasaki’s Insights - Billy’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. The quarter results were solid. EPS beat estimates at 70 cents. Revenues also beat at $18.6B. Same store growth was 3.7% in the US and 7.2% in Europe, although it fell in Canada by 0.8%. It has bought back stock to the tune of $500M. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free

BUY ON WEAKNESS

At this point, shares being range-bound is something to cheer about. People aren't looking for growth names. 3-5 years from now it will be bigger, generate a ton of free cash, and either buy back stock or make an acquisition. The business is doing fine, but this is what a bear market looks like. Excellent job transitioning to electric. He owns PKI instead.

BUY

Believes company is looking towards future which is a positive sign (building convenience stores next to electric car charging stations). Selling private label products has helped grow profits. Increasing dividend yield is positive sign. Owns company and will continue to hold.

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