{"id":64872,"date":"2019-04-18T08:00:28","date_gmt":"2019-04-18T08:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stockchase.com\/discover\/?p=64872"},"modified":"2019-04-18T12:51:54","modified_gmt":"2019-04-18T12:51:54","slug":"canadian-companies-brands-on-the-decline-where-we-dont-like-to-shop-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stockchase.com\/discover\/canadian-companies-brands-on-the-decline-where-we-dont-like-to-shop-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Canadian Companies \u2013 Brands on the Decline; Where We Don’t Like to Shop (2019)"},"content":{"rendered":"

According to a national survey, Canadians have favourite stores that they trust and admire. We made a list of these companies.<\/a><\/p>\n

On the other hand, there are some companies that Canadians don\u2019t like or don\u2019t trust. These companies might suffer from bad publicity or have business practices that are not viewed favourably by Canadians. Having a positive reputation is important to have a reputed and thriving company. Here are the companies that Canadians don\u2019t like to shop at:<\/p>\n

Pfizer Inc (PFE-N)<\/a>
\nThe epipen shortage and general distrust of pharma-companies have hit their reputation among Canadians. The news of overcharging for epipens in the US was particularly poorly received and criticized. However, Pfizer remains one of the largest pharmaceutical company in the world. The health sector generally outperform during bear markets so this is a safe large cap pick for those worried about a recession.<\/p>\n

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Opinion about PFE-N: One of the most interesting stocks out there. One of the world's leading pharma companies. Still has a very strong research platform. Earnings have been improving due to cost-cutting. Will probably hit another homerun drug in the next few years. Yield is almost 7%, not in trouble.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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Telus Corp (T-T)<\/a>
\nCanadians have a poor view of Telus\u2019 onboarding discounts on plans that expire. There is general sentiments against the telecommunications sector in Canada, as they are seen as an oligopoly that lacks competition. The company itself is very well managed and they\u2019ve done well. They pay a nice dividend.<\/p>\n

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Opinion about T-T: His firm buys market leaders in sectors that are being positively revalued. Multiple in this sector has been contracting for a long time. Big question is where does revenue come from? Very hard to turn around a stock in a weak sector that's underperforming.\u00a0If you can't rally in a bull market, what…<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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Cascades Inc (CAS-T)<\/a>
\nThey\u2019ve done poorly last year as there are worries over the economy, and this company follows it. They produce 100% recyclable paper and packaging. Their facilities have begun using sustainability as credibility, but it seems it hasn\u2019t quite penetrated the Canadian consumer\u2019s radar.<\/p>\n

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Opinion about CAS-T: Huge new facility is coming onstream, and fundamentals in containerboard are more solid than in the very competitive tissue market. Facility over budget, so will take a while to get a return. Focused on debt reduction.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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Starbucks (SBUX-Q)<\/a>
\nThe famed coffee chain was among the companies who placed at the bottom of the ranking list. They\u2019ve been facing increasing competition, especially from McDonald\u2019s. They\u2019ve been innovative and is still a phenomenal company. They are moving into China, although it hasn\u2019t yet panned out.<\/p>\n

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Opinion about SBUX-Q: Hold, or cut it loose? Can't deny that the CEO has pedigree. Question is whether he can apply that success to the SBUX model. Bringing him in is akin to a Hail Mary. Turnarounds are hard. Serious issues, and one is that China is a very big component of their story and…<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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Lowes Companies Inc. (LOW-N)<\/a>
\nLoews\u2019 purchase of Rona was poorly received, especially in Quebec. It seems that Home Depot (HD-N) has the upper hand to attract Canadians. However, they occupy half the home improvement market and have good cash flow. Their management is strong and they do not carry the premium valuation of Home Depot (HD-N).<\/p>\n

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Opinion about LOW-N: He wouldn't buy at this point, consumer is still very weak. He'd wait till consumer and housing are stronger. He prefers LOW to HD because of its cheaper valuation and execution of the (borrowed) HD playbook.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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Reitmans (Canada) Ltd. (A) (RET.A-T)<\/a>
\nA large mall based retailer specializing in women\u2019s apparel. A well run company in a sector people hate. There have been difficulties in the retail space in general, but they are one of the few who have done alright. They pay a good dividend of $0.05 a quarter which should be safe as they are making money and have no debt.<\/p>\n

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Opinion about RET.A-T: Owned it a few years. He sees big upside. They have $120 million in cash and zero debt, trading at negative enterprise value. They already own their own warehouse and office building. It's a profitable business based on a value brand. They are doing well, selling quality clothes. The issue is how…<\/p>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t

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