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George Weston Ltd. (WN.TO)

101.99

-1.24 (1.20%)

as of Aug 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 5, 2026, 12:00 am

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

George Weston Ltd. (WN-T) is viewed by analysts as a stable investment during turbulent market conditions, particularly favoring its presence in the consumer staples sector. One expert has labeled it a 'Top Pick,' noting a recent uptick and suggesting it serves as a safe haven away from high-volatility stocks. While some perceive it as defensive and not likely to yield significant short-term gains, they appreciate its liquidity and hard assets. However, concerns linger regarding its holding company structure and associated risks, as well as potential negative impacts from public relations issues related to pricing strategies. In general, the company still commands a strong market share, yet analysts note that recent challenges in customer loyalty and product pricing could affect its outlook.

Consensus

Stable

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

Has been under a little pressure because Loblaws has been off as well as the bakeries in the US been hit by the Atkins diet. At a good price now.

BUY

A terrific holding company. Consumer staples that are good in almost any economic times. Reasonable price.

DON'T BUY

On the bakery side, you have the worries of people cutting back on carbohydrates.

TOP PICK

A very inexpensive way to play Loblaws. Very levered to any sort of a recovery in the bakery business particularly.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

The weaker US dollar has hurt them and have had a difficult time in their food retail in the US. Whenever the macro environment changes for them, they will be in a very strong position.

WEAK BUY

The major portion of this stock is Loblaws. The low carb phenomena has hurt the bakery side of the business. Would prefer Loblaws.

BUY

A boring stock, but that's good. Own a big chunk of Loblaws. Suffering from the bakery wars in the US. A well-run company.

DON'T BUY

Model price of $77 and thinks their Loblaws holdings is fairly valued. Good-quality stock.

TOP PICK

One of the few profitable bakers. Likes their Loblaws asset. Very good really retailers. A good long-term hold.

HOLD

One of the best run large companies in the country. Likes the outlook for the US bakery side of the business, but a little concerned about competition coming for Loblaws. Good for a long term hold.

DON'T BUY

A well-run business to and invested some businesses that were not providing much growth. Under performing the market.

BUY

Extremely high quality. The bakery side is struggling a little bit at the moment. Should be a core holding. Solid, but not exciting.

PAST TOP PICK

(Top pick Sept 11/03. Down 3.8%.) Used it as a way of getting into Loblaws. Their bakery side of the business in the US has been disappointing, but thinks it is only a cyclical phenomenon.

TOP PICK

(Top pick Sept 10/03. Down 3.3%.) The most cost effective way to get to Loblaws. Expects the margin squeeze on the US bakery will stop.

TOP PICK

A good way of getting exposure to Loblaws. You also get the upside of the bakery business in the US. Good price. Should earn $6 this year and $7dollars next year. Has an ROE of 18% plus. 1.2% dividend.

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