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Loblaw Companies Ltd (L.TO)

63.24

+0.44 (0.70%)

as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 4, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 15 opinions in the last 12 months.

Loblaw Companies Ltd, a dominant player in the Canadian grocery and pharmacy market, has received mixed reviews from analysts. While its focus on private label products and the successful integration of Shoppers Drug Mart are highlighted as strengths, some experts express concerns about its high valuation and competition from Walmart and Costco. Despite these challenges, Loblaw's expansion into rural areas and the strong performance of its discount banners are seen as positive factors in the current economic climate. The company is generally viewed as a defensive investment, appealing to those seeking stability in uncertain times. However, some analysts believe it may be overvalued compared to other retailers, suggesting a cautious approach for potential investors looking to enter the stock.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Overvalued

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DON'T BUY

Done a fantastic job of restructuring itself.. But he wouldn’t buy it. Biggest problem is Walmart. They are building out their food print in a huge way in Canada. Would be interested at $30

COMMENT

Aug 2029 6.5%. Triple B, but he is comfortable with company. Is very leveraged to interest rates. If you think rates are going to rise, be very careful, if you think they will fall, it’s a great trade.

DON'T BUY

Consumers staple space and there is no other name in Canada that matches it size, etc. but consumer staples stocks will generally not perform that well in a recovering economy. Technically has lower lows and lower highs and has fallen below the 50 day moving average.

BUY

Looks very good to him. Model price is $45.65, an upside of 13%.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 11/10. Up 21.46%.) Sold this just under $40. Food retailing is now a very competitive environment.

DON'T BUY

Doesn’t expect any growth potential. Had been concerned with their inability to retool their supply chain regarding competition with Wal-Mart (WMT-N) and has made great progress, which has been reflected in the stock price. Doesn’t see it getting much stronger.

TOP PICK

Likes it because their turnaround is finally getting legs. Food deflation is ending and we are starting to see food inflation. Grain prices are going up and will work through the system and into retail prices. Food retailers do well during inflationary times. The industry doesn’t want a price war here.

BUY

Reasonable buy right here. There was price deflation in food. The whole group has turned out good results. Thinks we will see price inflation and this will be great for margins. There should be some price growth next year. Empire is his preference, but you can’t go wrong with either.

DON'T BUY

Just opened a stand-alone “Joe Fresh” clothing store. One store is not going to change things but some of their new formats look very interesting. His concern with food stores in general is that we are still in a price war environment and deflationary environment. Not cheap.

COMMENT

Food tends to do well in a slow economic environment. Food inflation has been coming off, which might be a challenge for them to get through. Capable management. Not cheap.

COMMENT

Would prefer this over George Weston (WN-T). Has cleaned up its act considerably. There is a lot of pressure in the entire grocery space with price wars. Would prefer Empire (EMP.A-T).

BUY

A turnaround story that is now working. Profitability is better. Distribution system, while not 100% perfect, is much better. Good management. Food deflation seems to be coming to an end, which bodes well for profitability.

TOP PICK

The street has not liked this stock all along. The turn around is in place and now the street is becoming believers. Investors like it. It hit a new high the other day. Attracting conservative investors. Earnings surprises on the upside for two reasons: Turnaround starting to show on the bottom line and the big worry on food retailers is food deflation but it is waning now.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick May 6/09. Up 8.6% excluding dividends.) Bought on it being a turnaround, which is working. Low risk because of their real estate, which will support it on the down side.

BUY

High Cdn$ has created deflation in grocery stores so he expects weaker earnings this year. Expect it will turn around and there will be food inflation again. Not a lot of competition.

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