Empire Company Limited is set to report its Q1 fiscal 2027 results, and analysts are watching closely.
Empire Company Limited (EMP-A.TO) will release its earnings report on September 10, 2026, before the market opens. Investors are eager to see if the company can maintain its positive earnings momentum, especially given its recent track record of exceeding expectations.
Recent earnings trend
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Empire Company Limited
EMP-A.TO
EMP-A.TO
Empire Company Limited
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$10.73B
P/E
55.7x
Div. yield
1.84%
Div. / share
$0.88
52W high
$52.64
52W low
$43.39
1W change
+0.15%
Beta
0.33
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$54.14
+12.9% Upside
Current Price
C$47.94
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
20.2%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
22.6%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-13.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$45.76
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$47.20 | C$44.02 – C$50.61 |
| 60 trading days | C$46.48 | C$42.11 – C$51.29 |
| 90 trading days | C$45.76 | C$40.56 – C$51.63 |
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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Analyst coverage: 5 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 3 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | 2026-09-10 | — | 1.0400 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | 2026-06-18 | 0.9400 | 0.8700 | +8.0% |
| 2026-01-31 | 2026-03-12 | 0.7200 | 0.7100 | +1.4% |
| 2025-10-31 | 2025-12-11 | 0.6900 | 0.7000 | -1.4% |
| 2025-07-31 | 2025-09-11 | 0.9100 | 0.8800 | +3.4% |
| 2025-04-30 | 2025-06-19 | 0.7400 | 0.7100 | +4.2% |
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Investor takeaway: With a history of beating earnings estimates, Empire Company's upcoming report is crucial for investors looking for signs of sustained growth in the consumer staples sector.
EPS Estimate: $1.04, Previous Year EPS: $0.91
Empire is expected to report a 12.5% increase in EPS compared to the same quarter last year, reflecting its growth trajectory.
Bull case
Empire has consistently outperformed earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters, demonstrating its ability to thrive in a competitive retail environment. The anticipated EPS growth of 12.5% year-over-year, along with a revenue consensus of $8.51 billion, suggests that a strong performance is likely.
Bear case
Despite these positive trends, the company faces challenges like market volatility and rising operational costs that could affect its profitability. Additionally, the high P/E ratio of 55.74 raises concerns that the stock might be overvalued if growth does not meet expectations.
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