As Algoma Central Corporation prepares to unveil its latest financial results, investors are keenly watching whether the company can maintain its impressive earnings performance.
Algoma Central Corporation (ALC.TO) is set to release its second-quarter financial results for the period ending June 30, 2026, before the market opens on August 7, 2026. With a history of exceeding expectations, the upcoming report is generating significant interest among investors and analysts alike.
Recent earnings trend
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Algoma Central Corporation
ALC.TO
ALC.TO
Algoma Central Corporation
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$940.36M
P/E
5.6x
Div. yield
3.54%
Div. / share
$0.82
52W high
$25.29
52W low
$15.69
1W change
+3.35%
Beta
0.41
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering ALC
Wall Street analysts forecast ALC stock price to fall 20.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BearishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$19.00
-20.0% Upside
Current Price
C$23.74
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 ALC's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
28.3%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
25.8%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+39.5%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$27.34
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$24.88 | C$22.56 โ C$27.44 |
| 60 trading days | C$26.08 | C$22.71 โ C$29.95 |
| 90 trading days | C$27.34 | C$23.08 โ C$32.38 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 4 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-07 | โ | 0.8100 | โ |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-07 | 0.0548 | -0.6700 | +108.2% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-05 | 2.3167 | 0.7900 | +193.3% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-06 | 0.9721 | 0.9200 | +5.7% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-06 | 0.8100 | 0.7500 | +8.0% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-04-29 | -0.5700 | -0.6400 | +10.9% |
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Investor takeaway: Given Algoma's strong track record of beating earnings estimates, investors will be particularly focused on the company's ability to sustain its performance amid fluctuating market conditions.
EPS Estimate: $0.81
Algoma's EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter reflects a significant decline from the previous year's $1.28, raising concerns about the company's growth trajectory.
Bull case
If Algoma Central Corporation continues to exceed earnings expectations, it could boost investor confidence and support the stock price. This is especially true given its low P/E ratio and solid profit margins.
Bear case
On the flip side, if Algoma fails to meet expectations, particularly with a projected year-over-year EPS decline of 38.3%, it could lead to negative sentiment and put pressure on the stock price.
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