TSE:EMA

Emera Inc (EMA.TO)

75.37
-0.47 (0.62%)
as of Jul 3, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.

Emera Inc (EMA-T) is recognized for its reliable service delivery, particularly in regions like Florida and Nova Scotia. Experts acknowledge the company’s steady growth, with a strong emphasis on dividend yield, though they anticipate a slower growth pace compared to recent highs. There are positive signs in Florida due to population growth and regulatory support, as well as potential in Nova Scotia from the unfreezing of rates. While some analysts express concerns about historical leverage and payouts, many highlight that the current financials appear stable. Overall, most agree that the company's diversified operations position it well for future growth, despite its current valuation being somewhat stretched compared to historical norms.

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WEAK BUY

Likes it. Reasonably constructive on the power names. Decent growth profile. But in the sector, why wouldn't you buy Algonquin with a better growth rate, better multiple. But both are reasonable here.

SELL
Their balance sheet is a mystery. What happened in 2017? Was something spun off? $35.69 is his model price, far below current pricing. He doesn't follow EMA. Their earnings relative to balance sheet are way overpriced (and so are their peers). You had a good ride, so sell it now. This has gone too far, too fast, after hitting an all-time high.
BUY
If you bought it for a trade, congratulations, and you may want to take profits. If you didn't own it, this is the time. It's gotten through 3 years of toppy resistance.
BUY
Emera vs Fortis Utilities have done quite well after a weak 2018. These are not sexy growth stories, but they will let you sleep at night and pay a good, rising dividend.
TOP PICK
A new holding of his. It's a defensive stock. Trading at a reasonable 18x multiple. Several catalysts hitting them at once. Boasts nice 4-5% earnings and 6-7% earnings growth. (Analysts’ price target is $52.07)
BUY
Yes. It's taken a backseat to Fortis, but they go back and forth. The problem is EMA makes acquisitions, then pays down debt as they are currently. They have a major construction business in Tampa, so they're investing back in the business. He owns both companies, both good dividend-payers, both good buyers in the States.
TOP PICK
A utility that will offer less risk in the near term. Dividend payout ratio of 33%. Cash flow growth is increasing. A 5% earnings increase is expected. Yield 5.3% (Analysts’ price target is $46.87)
COMMENT
Sell Visa to buy more EMA or buy an American utility? He's struggling with what to do with EMA. They just cut their dividend growth to 3-4%. They continue to do good business in the SE U.S. It's stable and steady. He wouldn't buy more Emera or American utilities. If you want exposure to U.S. utilities, buy ALA instead, which has been beaten up and has a lot of U.S. exposure. Also, consider Canadian banks, the cheapest sector now. Visa: an oligopoly; take some profits; he doesn't have a strong opinion of Visa. 5.25% yield.
TOP PICK
Counter cyclical to the market. Beautifully diversified. Cheap. Doesn't have the Ontario Government sitting over top it. (Analysts’ price target is $46.43)
BUY
Canadian utilities tend to bottom as markets are peaking. He thinks this is a signal that investors are looking for safer havens. These will be attractive for 2019.
COMMENT
Likes this and Fortis among Canadian utilities. But be careful going into winter--we're forecast for slightly warmer this year. Maybe take some profits off the table.
COMMENT
We are seeing a new secular uptrend in 10 years bonds. It will put pressure on bond proxies like EMA-T. If your time is more than 3-6 months then okay, but if longer then look at something with pricing power like telcos or REITs.
PAST TOP PICK

(Past Top Pick Nov.1, 2017, Down 14%) A long-term stock for him. They've done well expanding into the U.S. It has sold off because utilities are interest-rate sensitiive, and their guidance has called for lower dividend growth from 8% to 5%--and this is a dividend stock. Not oversold. He continues to buy this.

HOLD

This stock is very close to its usual long term low. This utility tends to bottom as the market is topping. He does not think it has stopped falling yet and thinks it has another 8-10% downside yet to go. He would suggest holding if you already have it.

DON'T BUY

Emera vs. Fortis Emera doesn't have enough capital to fulfill its growth plans, so they need to raise it while they pay a 5.6% dividend--difficult. He prefers Fortis, which is better capitalized with better growth prospects. But they're both slow growers, not super-accretive. For dividend growth, look to a Canadian bank instead. Dividends: 5.6% vs. 3.9%

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