EMPA1N Stock Chart & Stats
$763.40
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$763.40
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$763.00 - $763.40
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
$130.02B
Enterprise Value$19.15K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$320.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$7.78B
Price to Earnings (P/E)48.4
Beta-0.12
Next Earnings
Dec 10, 2026EPS Estimate
9.41Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.98
Shares Outstanding125,220,184
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.76
Price to Book (P/B)2.13
Price to Sales (P/S)0.33
P/FCF Ratio9.85
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$669.97Price Target Upside-12.24% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)43.64
Revenue Forecast (FY)$404.87B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Positive Cash GenerationSustained operating and free cash flow gives Empire an internal funding source for store expansion, renovations, technology, and other strategic initiatives. This supports resilience and reduces reliance on external financing, although the available cushion remains moderate relative to broader funding needs.
Improving Operating LeverageRecent EBITDA and margin improvement indicates that productivity programs, procurement actions, ecommerce changes, and disciplined cost control are converting sales into stronger operating earnings. If sustained, this operating leverage can help rebuild profitability despite ongoing investment in the store network.
Expansion And Digital GrowthStore openings expand physical reach and future sales capacity, while ecommerce growth adds a complementary channel for customer engagement and basket development. Together, these initiatives broaden Empire’s growth platform and reinforce its position across Canadian grocery formats.
Bears Say
Material Profitability DeteriorationThe sharp decline in net and operating margins weakens earnings quality and leaves less room to absorb cost inflation, competitive pricing, or execution setbacks. Stable gross margin has not prevented pressure below gross profit, making a durable recovery dependent on restoring operating efficiency.
Elevated Leverage And Weaker ReturnsHigher leverage is more demanding when profitability and returns on equity have weakened, because a larger capital structure is being supported by lower earnings. This reduces financial flexibility for expansion or shocks and can constrain capital allocation until returns improve.
Cautious Demand And Cost PressureValue-focused consumers and softer industry tonnage can limit volume and pricing power across the grocery network. Modest same-store growth, combined with flat gross margin and higher supply-chain and fuel costs, may keep revenue gains from translating into durable profit expansion.
EMPA1N FAQ
What was Empire Co Cl A NV’s price range in the past 12 months?
Empire Co Cl A NV lowest stock price was $763.00 and its highest was $763.40 in the past 12 months.
What is Empire Co Cl A NV’s market cap?
Empire Co Cl A NV’s market cap is $130.02B.
When is Empire Co Cl A NV’s upcoming earnings report date?
Empire Co Cl A NV’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 10, 2026 which is in 83 days.
How were Empire Co Cl A NV’s earnings last quarter?
Empire Co Cl A NV released its earnings results on Sep 10, 2026. The company reported $12.799 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $12.774 by $0.025.
Is Empire Co Cl A NV overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Empire Co Cl A NV’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Empire Co Cl A NV pay dividends?
Empire Co Cl A NV does not currently pay dividends.
What is Empire Co Cl A NV’s EPS estimate?
Empire Co Cl A NV’s EPS estimate is 9.41.
How many shares outstanding does Empire Co Cl A NV have?
Empire Co Cl A NV has 125,220,184 shares outstanding.
What happened to Empire Co Cl A NV’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Empire Co Cl A NV reported an EPS of $12.799 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $12.774. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Empire Co Cl A NV?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:EMPA1N
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Empire Co Cl A NV Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$669.97 (-12.24% Downside)
$669.97 (-12.24% Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $1.6M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-1.28%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-0.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Empire Co Cl A NV
Headquartered in Stellarton, Canada, Empire Company Limited, established in 1907, is a prominent player in Canadian food retail and related real estate. Its operations are bifurcated into Food Retailing, and Investments and Other Operations. Under its retail division, the company owns, affiliates with, or franchises approximately 1,600 stores nationwide, operating under well-known banners such as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Farm Boy, Longo's, and Lawtons Drugs. Additionally, it oversees about 350 retail fuel stations and manages various e-commerce grocery platforms, including Voilà, Grocery Gateway, IGA.net, and ThriftyFoods.com. Within its investment segment, Empire holds a significant interest in Crombie Real Estate Investment Trust, which is dedicated to the ownership, operation, and development of commercial properties, particularly those anchored by grocery and pharmacy businesses, encompassing shopping centers, standalone units, and mixed-use developments. The company also possesses equity interests in Genstar partnerships, which are involved in residential real estate development across Ontario, Western Canada, and the United States.
EMPA1N Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$669.97
▼(-12.24% Downside)





