ACT Energy Technologies reported quarterly EPS of C$0.36, 37.9% below the C$0.58 estimate. Revenue grew sharply, but earnings have missed estimates for four comparable quarters in a row.
ACT Energy Technologies Ltd. (TSX: ACX) released results before the market opened on November 6 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. EPS was C$0.36, compared with the C$0.58 estimate. The company also missed estimates in the previous three comparable quarters, by 57.1%, 51.9% and 50.0%. Revenue rose year over year, while net income fell.
Recent earnings trend
ACT Energy Technologies Ltd.
ACX.TO
ACX.TO
ACT Energy Technologies Ltd.
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$273.92M
P/E
9.8x
52W high
$9.47
52W low
$4.74
1W change
-24.81%
Beta
1.35
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering ACX · as of Oct 28, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast ACX stock price to rise 54.4% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$10.95
+54.4% Upside
Previously C$10.60 on Sep 17, 2026
Current Price
C$7.09
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 ACX's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
47.8%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
39.9%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+33.3%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$7.98
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$7.38 | C$6.25 – C$8.70 |
| 60 trading days | C$7.67 | C$6.08 – C$9.69 |
| 90 trading days | C$7.98 | C$6.00 – C$10.62 |
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.
Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-06 | 0.3600 | 0.5800 | -37.9% |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-07 | 0.0600 | 0.1400 | -57.1% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-08 | 0.1300 | 0.2700 | -51.9% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-25 | 0.0800 | 0.1600 | -50.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-07 | 0.4100 | 0.2400 | +70.8% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-08 | -0.3000 | 0.0900 | -433.3% |
Investor takeaway: The quarter was mixed. Revenue climbed 85% year over year to C$219.0 million, but net income fell to C$14.0 million from C$15.2 million, and EPS missed estimates again. Investors will want to watch whether the company can turn sales growth into earnings while managing acquisition-related debt. The shares closed at C$7.09, below the 50-day moving average of C$8.03 but above the 200-day average of C$6.86.
C$0.36 EPS versus C$0.58 expected
The latest 37.9% miss extends ACX’s streak to four comparable quarters. Revenue rose 85% to C$219.0 million, but net income declined to C$14.0 million from C$15.2 million a year earlier.
Bull case
Revenue growth of 85% brought quarterly sales to C$219.0 million, a substantial increase from a year ago. The next-quarter estimate is C$0.43 in EPS and C$177.0 million in revenue. The EPS estimate has risen from C$0.32 over the past 30 days. The average analyst price target of C$10.95 is also well above the latest close, though targets are not guarantees.
Bear case
ACX has missed EPS estimates in each of the last four comparable quarters, including by 37.9% this quarter. Net income fell despite higher revenue, and net debt was C$154.3 million at quarter-end following the Stryker and SB acquisitions. The shares also dropped 24.8% over the past week, showing that investors remain concerned about earnings and the company’s ability to manage its balance sheet.
Analysis
ACT Energy Technologies reported EPS of C$0.36 for the quarter ended September 30, 37.9% below the C$0.58 estimate. It was the fourth comparable quarter in a row with EPS below estimates. The previous results were C$0.06 versus C$0.14, C$0.13 versus C$0.27, and C$0.08 versus C$0.16. The recent earnings table and chart show the trend in more detail.
Revenue was stronger, rising 85% year over year to C$219.0 million. Net income fell to C$14.0 million from C$15.2 million a year earlier. Investors will want to track whether the company can convert its sales growth into earnings. Net debt was C$154.3 million at September 30, following the Stryker and SB acquisitions.
For company data and historical results, visit the ACX stock page.
Analysis
The next-quarter EPS estimate is C$0.43, based on one analyst, with a range of C$0.43 to C$0.43. That estimate is up from C$0.32 30 days ago. The same analyst expects revenue of C$177.0 million. Estimated year-over-year growth is 4.9% for EPS and 49.7% for revenue.
These estimates are a reference point, not a broad consensus, since they come from one analyst. After four straight misses, investors will be watching to see whether earnings start to meet expectations as ACX integrates its acquisitions and manages its debt. The company’s trailing P/E is about 9.8, with trailing EPS of C$0.72 and a reported profit margin of 4.65%.
Analysis
The average analyst price target is C$10.95, compared with the latest close of C$7.09. That implies 54.4% upside to the average target. The available summary labels the outlook bullish based on the target comparison. A formal rating is not available for this Canadian listing. See the analyst ratings section for details.
Wealth Awesome’s statistical 90-day price model gives a mean forecast of C$7.98. Its 68% range is C$6.00 to C$10.62, and its 95% range is C$4.51 to C$14.14. The model’s 30-, 60- and 90-day mean forecasts are C$7.38, C$7.67 and C$7.98. These are model estimates, not investment advice or guaranteed outcomes. The model also reports 30-day volatility of 47.8%. See the Wealth Awesome price forecast alongside the company’s results and your own risk assessment.
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