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Algoma Central (ALC) Stock Price & Analysis

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ALC Stock Chart & Stats

CA$32.39CA$1.09(3.48%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$25C$30Aug 10Aug 24Sep 8Sep 21Oct 5Oct 19Nov 2
Day’s Range
CAD 31.40 - CAD 32.89
52-Week Range
CAD 17.50 - CAD 33.00
Previous Close
CAD 31.30
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
12.13K
Market Cap
CAD 1.27B
Enterprise Value
CAD 1.64B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
CAD 30.05M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
CAD 770.79M
Price to Earnings (P/E)
7.0
Beta
0.57
Next Earnings
N/A
EPS Estimate
N/A
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Nov 17, 2026
Dividend Yield
5.03%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Improving Earnings Power

The sustained increase in net income indicates that Algoma Central has been converting its shipping operations into greater earnings power. Continued improvement across successive periods can support reinvestment, strengthen resilience through the shipping cycle, and provide a durable base for shareholder returns.

Strong Profitability

Healthy net and EBITDA margins show that Algoma Central retains meaningful profitability after operating costs. This margin base can help the company absorb fluctuations in freight activity and expenses while preserving resources for fleet upkeep, capital investment, and ongoing operations.

Equity Support And Returns

A substantial equity base provides support for Algoma Central’s vessel-intensive business, while the improvement in shareholder returns suggests capital is being used more effectively. Together, these factors strengthen financial capacity and support continued participation across its shipping markets.

Bears Say

Weak Cash Conversion

Operating profits are not translating into cash as efficiently as desired, which weakens the quality of reported earnings. If this conversion remains modest, Algoma Central may have less internally generated funding for fleet investment, debt service, and shareholder distributions.

Persistently Negative Free Cash Flow

Negative free cash flow across recent periods indicates that capital spending and/or working-capital needs have exceeded internally generated cash. This reduces financial flexibility and can increase reliance on external funding to maintain and develop the vessel fleet over time.

Rising Leverage

The sharp rise in debt increases Algoma Central’s sensitivity to shipping-cycle weakness and financing costs. Greater leverage can constrain capital allocation, raise the burden of debt service, and reduce the company’s ability to absorb prolonged periods of weaker operating performance.

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ALC FAQ

What was Algoma Central’s price range in the past 12 months?
Algoma Central lowest stock price was C$17.50 and its highest was C$33.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Algoma Central’s market cap?
Algoma Central’s market cap is C$1.27B.
When is Algoma Central’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were Algoma Central’s earnings last quarter?
Algoma Central released its earnings results on Nov 06, 2026. The company reported C$1.34 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Algoma Central overvalued?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does Algoma Central pay dividends?
Algoma Central pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.31 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.03%. See more information on Algoma Central dividends here
What is Algoma Central’s EPS estimate?
Algoma Central’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Algoma Central have?
Algoma Central has 40,567,818 shares outstanding.
What happened to Algoma Central’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Algoma Central reported an EPS of C$1.34 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.941%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Algoma Central?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:ALC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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