
TSE:LNR
This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.
Linamar Corp (LNR-T) is viewed positively by multiple analysts who acknowledge its solid operational execution and resilience in navigating supply chain challenges, particularly concerning regulatory issues like CUSMA. The company has experienced a 14% increase in revenues this year, although projections indicate a slight decline for the next year. Analysts highlight Linamar’s ability to maintain substantial profit margins and exceed street expectations, with some indicating it as a core holding in their portfolios despite looming geopolitical concerns and possible tariffs. While certain experts express caution regarding its current valuation, they emphasize the company’s strong positioning in the automotive parts sector and mobility business, with some recommending waiting for a pullback for better entry points.
Better off owning suppliers than car companies, which are caught trying to straddle combustion and EVs. Prominent Canadian company. MG can take advantage of its size, LNR is really well run. LNR is his choice for the long run, more nimble.
He tends to not own this type of highly cyclical business.
The industrial segment is doing very well. This consists of Skyjack in the aerial lift business, and the agricultural equipment division. Skyjack should continue to do well and can hold its prices steady along with a backlog of orders. The auto parts segment has not done well and the company just needs an improvement from the bottom to normal levels to lift the stock. It is near a 52 week low. Buy 5 Hold 1 Sell 0
(Analysts’ price target is $83.20)Auto parts, but has expanded into other industrial areas. Trades at a low multiple, selling into an industry where they don't have a lot of power because auto companies are so large. Well run, but too cyclical. Impacted by inflation and supply chain issues. Softening in consumer spending. Expensive transition from internal combustion to EVs.
EPS of $1.98 beat estimates of $1.74; revenue of $2.45B was 3% ahead of estimates. The dividend was raised 13.6%. Most divisions saw market share gains. Sales rose 19% and profit rose 23%. LNR expects 'double digit' growth this year and commentary was positive. Things look solid here.
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