
TSE:ATRL
This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.
AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. (ATRL-T) has garnered mixed reviews from experts assessing the impact of AI on the construction and engineering sectors. One reviewer highlights that while AI may streamline certain workflows, the fundamental aspects of the business remain unchanged, suggesting that ATRL may find solid footing in upcoming Build Canada projects. Another expert notes current pressures on engineering firms, indicating a significant decline in the sector, yet recognizes ATRL's outperformance due to its nuclear exposure and growth potential. However, market sentiment appears cautious, especially with predictions of weakness in the midterm election year, hinting at a potentially selective investment landscape. Overall, despite some concerns over AI disruption, ATRL's strategic positioning could provide it with resilience in a challenging market.
There were real concerns about the bribery scandal, but the company consists of hundreds of well qualified engineers diversified globally. They are into the big projects that everybody is talking about. Well run. Just before the oil/gas sector when into the tank, they acquired a company that was heavily involved in that area, and he sees that whole sector turning around and being much more profitable. The stock is down 10%, so it is a buying opportunity. Dividend yield of 2.01%.
People hated this, because previous management got into trouble with questionable, ethical things they did. People are starting to warm up to it now. Current management is fabulous and business is rolling in. He likes it, especially now, because it will be one of the main beneficiaries of the Trudeau government increasing infrastructure spending. They are also a highly on un-leveraged company, and will be making some acquisitions. Dividend yield of 2.02%.
Thinks there is another 10% or so and sees it getting into the low $50 area. Winning a lot of contracts. If they sold Highway 407, they would get around $20-$22 in cash. He could see them paying a $5 one-time special dividend if that happened. If you crystallize a full 3rd of the current price, you have a very much below average valuation on the E&C business. They will definitely be a beneficiary of any infrastructure stimulus spending by the federal government.
This stock has gone through quite a long consolidation and bottoming process, and has turned and made very nice new highs recently. There is a bit of a bid for infrastructure companies right now as there is a view that there may be additional fiscal stimulus in the Canadian market. This one is quite interesting.
Came out with some very good earnings. They have the highway #407 which could be liquidated, and maybe a special dividend for shareholders. Backlog is still quite good. The Canadian government is talking about putting money into shovel ready projects. Facing a preliminary hearing in 2018 over bribery allegations, but is a problem that has already been contained. Dividend yield of 2.23%.
He likes it. They guided down but he thinks the intrinsic value related to the 407 and an activist investor will both benefit them. At some point you will see SNC monetize their investment in the 407 and unlock value in it. He thinks the stock is worth closer to $70.