Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd has had a tough week in the market, with a notable drop in its stock price.
This week, Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd (SCAN.V) saw a decline of 10.82%, continuing a downward trend that has persisted throughout the year. The stock closed at C$3.10, reflecting a significant drop from its previous highs. Investors are closely watching the company's performance as it navigates a challenging market environment.
Investor takeaway: With a market cap of about C$17.33 million and a bearish outlook from analysts, investors should weigh the implications of the company's recent performance and technical indicators before making investment decisions.
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Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd
SCAN.V
SCAN.V
Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$17.33M
52W high
$22.27
52W low
$2.85
1W change
-10.82%
Beta
-0.31
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering SCAN · as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast SCAN stock price to fall 54.1% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BearishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$1.40
-54.1% Upside
Current Price
C$3.05
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on SCAN's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
122.0%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
93.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$2.55
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$2.87 | C$1.89 – C$4.38 |
| 60 trading days | C$2.71 | C$1.49 – C$4.91 |
| 90 trading days | C$2.55 | C$1.23 – C$5.29 |
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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Stock Down 66.94% Year-to-Date
Liberty Defense Holdings has faced significant struggles in 2023, with its stock price decreasing by nearly 67% since the start of the year, raising concerns about its future viability.
Bull case
If Liberty Defense Holdings can successfully implement its technologies in security applications, it may see a shift in investor sentiment and an improvement in stock performance.
Bear case
The company's ongoing losses, reflected in a negative profit margin and a bearish outlook from analysts, suggest that investors should be cautious about potential further declines.
Recent Price Action
This week, Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd's stock price fell by 10.82%, closing at C$3.10. Over the past month, the stock has decreased by 40.89%, reflecting a challenging trend for investors. The year-to-date performance is particularly concerning, with a staggering drop of 66.94%. This consistent decline raises questions about the company's future and market positioning.
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Technical Picture
From a technical standpoint, Liberty Defense Holdings is currently trading below both its 50-day moving average of C$4.51 and its 200-day moving average of C$6.67, indicating a bearish trend. The stock's 52-week range has been between C$2.85 and C$22.27, with the current price sitting at just 1% of this range. The beta of -0.31 suggests that the stock is less volatile than the market, which may appeal to more risk-averse investors. However, the low trading volume of 400 shares compared to the 20-day average of 2,101 shares indicates a lack of investor interest.
Insider Activity
No recent insider activity has been reported for Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd, which may suggest a lack of confidence from insiders in the current market conditions.
Analyst Outlook
Analysts have set an average target price of C$1.40 for Liberty Defense Holdings, implying a potential downside of 54.8% from the current price. This bearish outlook reflects the challenges the company faces in achieving profitability, as evidenced by its negative profit margin and return on equity.
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