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Loblaw Companies Ltd (L.TO)

65.81

+0.11 (0.17%)

as of Jul 31, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 3, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 13 opinions in the last 12 months.

Loblaw Companies Ltd, the largest food and drug retailer in Canada, has garnered mixed reviews from analysts, with many acknowledging its defensive nature and solid market position. Experts appreciate the growth after the acquisition of Shoppers Drug Mart, contributing to strong profitability and free cash flow. The company faces challenges from growing competition, particularly from Walmart and Costco, but its private label offerings have proven resilient during inflationary periods. While some analysts highlight the current high valuation and express concerns over sustainability, the overall sentiment suggests it remains a core defensive portfolio choice amid economic uncertainty.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Overvalued

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SELL

Management has changed. Wal-Mart is coming in. Still a premium price.

DON'T BUY

Selling groceries pretty well anywhere in the northern hemisphere is a brutally competitive business, especially if Wal-Mart has their sights set on that market. Would steer clear of this one.

DON'T BUY

Still have operational issues on. New management.

DON'T BUY

Has been negative on them because earnings issues are not out of the woods yet. Distribution centres have been problematic. Fairly low margins, so any issues quickly turn into losses. Wants to see a nice quarter first.

DON'T BUY

Looks at stocks on a relative earnings growth scale and this one is not showing very well. Having some operational difficulties and are not able to show year-over-year earnings growth. Doesn’t think they can beat Wal-Mart (WMT-N).

BUY

Doesn't think it will have trouble maintaining its leadership in the food distribution channel. Had a stumble which is a good time to buy. He owns George Weston (WN-T) which owns 67% of Loblaws.

DON'T BUY

A great Canadian company, great brand name, great locations, and seems to be doing the right things to deal with competition, but execution has been terrible. Wait until they fix the logistical problems.

BUY

As an entry point, you could start nibbling at this time and then add at higher or lower prices. Have a pretty strong brand name. They will be able to compete with Wal-Mart.

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COMMENT

This will require patience. Wal-Mart is starting to introduce superstores that will cause a decline in margins. Have a distribution and logistics problem.

DON'T BUY

His model price is $56.78, an 18.5% positive differential. This is where he thinks the stock will hold its ground. They have to show a turnaround, something in the way of good news.

HOLD

Down 30% this year. He is a little frustrated with it. Hasn't lost heart completely. Thinks they can turn this around.

COMMENT

If you view the economy is not being good, this company will still be selling product. However, they do have competition. Making money and their balance sheet is in decent shape.

DON'T BUY

Not an attraction for non-food stuff so he is having trouble with the whole concept. They are still having trouble with stock out problems.

DON'T BUY

There probably will be a time in the next 6/12 months when it will be an attractive buy, but at likely lower prices. Have used all of their cash flow and some borrowed money in their expansion program. Have never generated net free cash flow.

DON'T BUY

They are having labour problems right now. Recommends not buying now, wait for positive news.

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