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Maple Leaf Foods (MFI.TO)

26.99

+0.37 (1.39%)

as of Aug 18, 2026, 7:56:38 pm Market Open.

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Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 8 opinions in the last 12 months.

Maple Leaf Foods (MFI-T) has garnered mixed reviews from experts, with concerns focusing primarily on its growth potential and market position. The company has undergone a turnaround phase, leading to margin improvements and some positive sentiment regarding its recent spin-off of Canada Packers, which could alleviate commodity risk. Despite being a defensive staple with a decent dividend yield of around 2.5-3%, it is noted that MFI is not entirely recession-proof due to its higher-end branding, which could introduce risks during economic downturns. Recent volatility and input cost pressures have also impacted its performance, with some experts believing the recent sell-off was overdone and offering an opportunity for investors. Overall, while there are some doubts about growth, many still see potential in MFI's strategy moving forward.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Undervalued

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BUY

The long-term outlook is quite strong. Very stable business. Well-managed.

WEAK BUY

Would like to own, but havent got around to it. Hasn't come together for us.

TRADE

Has problems because of currency. Issues about meat. Market under preformer.

DON'T BUY

Will have some challenges going forward because of the strong Canadian dollar. There are also issues on concerns of meat. Will be a market under performer.

SELL

Selling at its fair market value. Doesn't know how the Schneiders merger is going to work out. Stock is sitting on some pretty strong technical support so it may hold here.

WEAK BUY

No history of dividend growth. Should start to improve.

DON'T BUY

Likes the consumer staple sector. Too thinly traded. Would rather own Canada Bread which they own a large chunk of. Low growth at 3%.

DON'T BUY

A defensive stock. Not much growth.

BUY

Good brand. Increasing sales. Defensive play.

BUY

Great company. Earnings keep going up.

BUY

Good management. Aggressive balance sheet.

DON'T BUY

Good earnings, but doesn't like for the long term.

HOLD

Low return. Long term hold.

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