Opinions
Norman Levine
George Weston Ltd.
WN-T
HOLD
Nov 27, 2020
Stock price when the opinion was issued
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Likes it for primarily being Loblaws and Choice Properties which has a solid tenant base including Shoppers Drug Mart. Has reasonable growth prospects. The only caveat is politicians complaining about high food prices, but it doesn't bother him. The grocers face costs pressures from energy costs and higher wages.
(Analysts’ price target is $189.86)Scores 6 in value and 7 for fundamentals. Still have dominant market share, but negative publicity over pricing can hurt brand trust as well as regulatory oversight. The market sees 16% upside. Doesn't know why there was a big drop-off this year, something to do with product pricing and customer loyalty.
Owns Loblaw and real estate. This will track how Loblaw is doing. Supermarkets soared during the spring lockdown and will thrive during more lockdowns unfortunately. He prefers Kroger (American), because of its online and home delivery. It's okay to hold onto Weston. He's ambivalent.