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George Weston Ltd. (WN.TO)

102.92
+2.04 (2.02%)
as of Jul 16, 2026, 6:48:39 pm Market Open.
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star iconJul 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

George Weston Ltd. (WN-T) has garnered varied opinions among analysts, highlighting its nature as a defensive and stable investment amidst a volatile market. Several experts commend its core business in staples and hard assets, noting its resilience even if the tech sector experiences downturns. However, one analyst expresses concern over the complexities associated with holding companies and references a competitor they favor. Despite positive metrics like market share and analysts' price targets indicating potential upside, there are also mentions of negative publicity regarding product pricing that could impact brand trust and loyalty. Overall, opinions range from cautious optimism to reservations about the inherent risks of its structure and market performance.

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Mixed
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Fair Value
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TOP PICK
New management has come in to Loblaws and cleaning out everything. They will look pretty tight and lean when they're done. If their earnings bounce back to the norm of $5, it looks extremely cheap.
TOP PICK
Recently replacing management with some top-quality changes. Making a very concerted effort on the supply chain management in Loblaws (L-T).
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Mar 8/06. Down 18.9%.) Was too optimistic on Loblaw’s (L-T) turnaround.
TOP PICK
Has recovered from around $70 to the $78 level. Market not giving credit for the underlying strength that Loblaws (L-T) has, which has taken steps to write off a great deal of inventory and worked very hard on their supply chain. Weston’s bakery business in the US has shown some signs of improvement.
TOP PICK
Likes companies that are in a business that are going to relatively stable. Their Loblaws (L-T) holdings are taking a lot of action to get rid of excess inventory and put better tracking systems in place. Bringing in new management for this. Bakery business in the US is turning around.
DON'T BUY
One of the issues with this is that you have to feel comfortable where Loblaws (L-T) is as it is a very big chunk of their mix. Not a fan of Loblaws. It’s in a difficult situation.
BUY
Despite the fact that Loblaws (L-T) is the major component, Loblaws has changed management and upgrading their distribution channels. Have started buying this one.
DON'T BUY
Will pretty much track Loblaws (L-T). He likes the preferred shares, which he feels are pretty solid. Doesn't own the common.
DON'T BUY
They have to get their act together at Loblaws (L-T). Too early yet.
DON'T BUY
This is a question on how Loblaws will do. Wait a quarter or so to see how numbers are going to shake out. Senior executive changes were a little disturbing. Still has Wal-Mart competition to worry about.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Mar 8/06. Down 20%.) This has basically being driven by Loblaws (L-T). He is weathering through the food orientation to discount.
TRADE
George Weston. Competitors have caught up to them, very competitive area.
TOP PICK
Buying a little less on return of equity, but paying a fair amount less for it. You have the food side through Loblaws (L-T), but you also have the bakery side.
DON'T BUY
This is a defensive play and the market seems to be gravitating towards defensive stocks. Feels there are better ways to play it until earnings get turned.
DON'T BUY
Principal asset is Loblaws (L-T) which has been struggling. Loblaw is doing the right thing on a long-term basis but execution has been very disappointing.
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