TSE:CTC.A

Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. (A) (CTC.A.TO)

190.78
+0.28 (0.15%)
as of Sep 3, 2026, 8:00:01 pm Market Open.
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star iconSep 3, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts generally have a cautious outlook on Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC.A), highlighting its recent earnings improvement with a 38% year-over-year EPS growth and a transformation that is showing positive results. However, concerns over consumer spending and economic conditions in Canada linger, particularly as 60% of CTC.A's sales are discretionary. While its valuation at approximately 15x normalized earnings seems fair and has attracted analysts' price targets that range from $150 to $200, the company is still seen as facing challenges such as competition from e-commerce and discount retailers. Some analysts prefer stocks with more defensive profiles, suggesting a more conservative investment approach given the uncertain economic landscape. Overall, while CTC.A has solid fundamentals and a good yield, experts recommend a cautious stance or considering profit-taking at current levels.

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The long-term outlook for this company is fabulous. It is by far the best run public retailer in Canada. Near-term outlook is clouded because of economic weakness in eastern Canada. Their most recent quarter was disappointing and it was Ontario and Quebec. With housing possibly peaking and manufacturing coming down it is probably not the right time to Buy. If you are a long-term investor, wait a little while and then buy.
WEAK BUY
Recent acquisition Marks-Work-Warehouse has done well. Regarded as a quasi financial. If you have faith in Canadian economy then this looks good.
PAST TOP PICK
(Top Pick Feb 7/07. Up 21%.) Picked as a safe stock that people could keep in their portfolios. Pays a dividend.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Everybody likes it. Everything is working well. It is a fairly recession proof consumer stock. He would like to see an entry point below the 70's.
TOP PICK
Outstandingly well-run company. His Fair Market Value is up over $150. The recent setback in the stock gave a good buying opportunity. Good balance sheet.
BUY
They are trying to institute some new strategies and are being fairly aggressive on their growth strategies. Trading at around 19X earnings. Doesn't expect they will be able to grow their banking business.
HOLD
Fully valued at this price.
BUY
Has been punished for no apparent reason except for general market malaise. Recent earnings were in line. Financial services arm was hurt a little bit but is an opportunity. Expects 15% earnings growth.
HOLD
Have done everything right. Lowered their costs. Distribution network is very good. Inventory control software is very good. A proxy for the Canadian economy. Should continue to do well.
BUY
Have hit a home run with Marks Wearhouse. There is a lot of un-capitalized value in their real estate. Had a terrific run this last year, but there is still a lot of value there.
BUY
Still doing very well. Have turned themselves into a bank. They are not going to be taken over. Doesn't own it but it's on their radar screen.
TOP PICK
Upside targets are 2.5 times book, it has peeked there 3 times over the last 25 years. Recently had spectacular quarterly earnings. Very well run company. Fair market value is $160, his target is $92. Canadian Tire has been a fairly reliable indicator of the Canadian market as well.
HOLD
Hard to buy on lows. Had resistance at around 66, once it breaks through then it becomes the support. If it drops below the 66 then you want to sell.
BUY
Have executed extremely well. Financial and is doing well as is Marks Wearhouse. A great play on rising consumer spending.
HOLD
This is one of her defensive names. A long-term hold. Doesn't see anything negative on the horizon.
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