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Stephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBA Pet Valu Holdings PET-T PAST TOP PICK Apr 29, 2025

(A Top Pick Mar 28/24, Down 12%)

It got very overvalued during the pandemic hype, but this has since normalized. However, systems sales are still growing as they open 40-45 new stores annually. The market remains underserved outside cities. A cap-lite model, generating 22% EBITDA margins, and over 20% ROIC. Strong free cash flow. A great time to buy at 16x PE. Is recession-proof. Likely a takeover candidate.

Stephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBA

Owned

$27.460

Stock price when the opinion was issued

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Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is stagnating. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $18) to $20 at this time.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 6.8%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $20) to $23 at this time.

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Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $23) to $26 at this time.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 24.2%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET has achieved its target at $32. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and maintaining the stop at $26.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 31.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $26) to $29 at this time.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 40.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $29) to $32 at this time.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 46.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $32.00) to $35.50 at this time.

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(A Top Pick Nov 12/24, Up 40%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with PET has triggered its stop at $35.50. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment gain of 31%, when combined with our previous guidance.

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