TSE:EQB

Equitable Group (EQB.TO)

139.15
+2.25 (1.64%)
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.

Equitable Group, a digital bank without retail branches, is viewed positively due to its low operational costs and competitive rates compared to major banks. The acquisition of PC Financial is highlighted as a significant strategic move that could greatly expand its user base and enhance its loan quality. While many analysts praise its growth potential and digital-first approach, concerns about its lower diversification compared to larger banks and the current economic climate affecting mortgages are noted. There is widespread acknowledgment of the CEO's capabilities and the company's agile structure, but some experts recommend caution due to heightened loan-loss provisions and market uncertainties. Overall, Equitable's focused strategy may provide long-term benefits, but varying sentiments on industry risks create a mixed outlook.

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Consensus
Hold
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Fair Value
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Mortgage and Trust company that supplies mortgages. BV of approximately $24.5-$25 million and expect they’ll earn as high as $3.25 and as high as $3.50. Excellent management. Ripe as an acquisition or can continue as an independent.
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(A Top Pick Aug 13/10. Up 38.06%.) Easy money has been made.
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Issues non-standard mortgages primarily in the single family financing. Expect them to earn $3 a share this year. Trading around $21 and will probably have a BV of about $26 by year-end. Well run. Suspect there will be dividend increases of $.60-$.80 this year.
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Mortgage lender with about $3.2 billion mortgages on the books, mainly single-family homes. Trades at .9X book. BV of $23.38 in stock is trading at around $21. Yield of about 2%. Expected to earn about $3.15 this year and paying out less than 12% of their earnings. Good move well into the $30's.
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