Empire Company Limited has seen a slight uptick in its stock price this week amidst upcoming corporate announcements.
Empire Company Limited (EMP-A.TO) has experienced a modest price increase of 0.44% in the last trading session, closing at C$47.05. However, the stock has seen a slight decline of 0.17% over the past week and a more significant drop of 6.30% over the last month. As the company prepares for its upcoming Annual General Meeting and Q1 Fiscal 2027 results conference call, let’s take a closer look at the current market landscape surrounding Empire.
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Empire Company Limited
EMP-A.TO
EMP-A.TO
Empire Company Limited
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$10.71B
P/E
55.7x
Div. yield
1.83%
Div. / share
$0.88
52W high
$52.98
52W low
$43.39
1W change
-0.17%
Beta
0.35
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering EMP-A
Wall Street analysts forecast EMP-A stock price to rise 12.9% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$54.29
+12.9% Upside
Current Price
C$48.08
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on EMP-A's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
19.5%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
22.2%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-12.2%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$46.03
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$47.39 | C$44.30 – C$50.69 |
| 60 trading days | C$46.70 | C$42.46 – C$51.37 |
| 90 trading days | C$46.03 | C$40.96 – C$51.72 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Investor takeaway: Investors should keep an eye on Empire's upcoming announcements, as these could provide insight into the company’s future performance and market positioning, especially in a competitive consumer staples sector.
C$47.05
Empire Company Limited's stock closed at C$47.05, reflecting a 0.44% increase in the last trading session.
Bull case
The average analyst target for Empire Company Limited is C$54.29, indicating a potential upside of 15.4% from the current price. This positive outlook is due to the company's strong market presence and steady demand in the consumer staples sector.
Bear case
Despite the optimistic analyst projections, Empire's stock has faced a decline over the past month, suggesting challenges in sustaining growth. Investors should be cautious of the high P/E ratio of 55.66, which may indicate that the stock is overvalued relative to its earnings.
Recent Price Action
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Empire Company Limited's stock has shown a slight increase of 0.44% in the last trading session, closing at C$47.05. However, the stock has faced a decline of 0.17% over the past week and a more significant decrease of 6.30% over the last month. Year-to-date, the stock is down 0.21%, indicating a relatively flat performance in 2023.
Company News
Empire Company Limited has recently announced an advisory for its Fiscal 2026 Annual General Meeting and the Q1 Fiscal 2027 results conference call, scheduled for August 27, 2026. This meeting will be crucial for investors as it will provide insights into the company's financial health and strategic direction.
Technical Picture
The technical indicators for Empire Company Limited show that the stock is currently trading below both its 50-day moving average (C$49.55) by 5.0% and its 200-day moving average (C$48.66) by 3.3%. The stock has a beta of 0.35, indicating lower volatility compared to the market. The current price is within 38% of its 52-week range, which spans from C$43.39 to C$52.98. The recent trading volume of 469,101 shares is slightly above the 20-day average volume of 430,410 shares, suggesting a modest increase in trading activity.
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