Greenfire reported a quarterly loss, despite analysts’ expectations for a profit. But the earnings miss is only part of the story: Strathcona Resources has agreed to acquire the company, giving eligible shareholders a choice between cash and shares.
Greenfire Resources Ltd. (TSX: GFR) reported a loss of C$0.17 per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. That was C$0.28 below the calendar estimate of C$0.11 in earnings per share, a reported surprise of -254.55%. Greenfire released its results after the market closed on November 8. That same day, Strathcona Resources announced its agreement to acquire Greenfire. Under the proposed deal, eligible shareholders can choose C$11 in cash per share or 0.25 Strathcona shares, subject to the arrangement terms.
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Greenfire Resources Ltd.
GFR.TO
GFR.TO
Greenfire Resources Ltd.
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$1.91B
52W high
$9.96
52W low
$5.72
1W change
-15.46%
Beta
0.16
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering GFR · as of Oct 21, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast GFR stock price to rise 43.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$11.40
+43.8% Upside
Previously C$11.50 on Oct 15, 2026
Current Price
C$7.93
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 GFR's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
55.6%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
52.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$6.63
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$7.47 | C$6.17 – C$9.05 |
| 60 trading days | C$7.04 | C$5.37 – C$9.23 |
| 90 trading days | C$6.63 | C$4.76 – C$9.25 |
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: 2 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 1 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-08 | -0.1700 | 0.1100 | -254.5% |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-05 | 0.4300 | 0.0100 | +4200.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-05 | -0.5800 | 0.0800 | -825.0% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-12 | -0.1100 | 0.1400 | -178.6% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-03 | -0.1200 | 0.2300 | -152.2% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-06 | 0.1400 | 0.3100 | -54.8% |
Investor takeaway: Greenfire has delivered uneven earnings, beating estimates in only one of its last four reported quarters. Actual EPS ranged from a C$0.58 loss to C$0.43 in earnings. The proposed acquisition shifts attention to shareholder elections, whether the deal closes, and the value of the consideration. Greenfire reported C$550 million in net debt as of September 30, 2026. The companies put the total transaction value at about C$2.7 billion to C$2.9 billion, depending on shareholder elections. Visit the GFR stock page for company coverage, and see the analyst targets and statistical price forecast for separate market and model perspectives.
C$0.17 loss per share
Greenfire’s actual EPS came in C$0.28 below the C$0.11 estimate, resulting in a reported surprise of -254.55%. The calendar estimate was based on two analysts. Its EPS consensus was C$0.10, and it had no revenue consensus.
Bull case
The deal offers Greenfire shareholders a cash option of C$11 per share. The announcement described this as a 39% premium to Greenfire’s November 6 closing price. Shareholders can instead choose 0.25 Strathcona shares, valued at C$9.09 per Greenfire share based on Strathcona’s November 6 closing price. The companies say the combination would bring together complementary oil sands and heavy oil operations, with 3.016 billion barrels of combined proved and probable reserves and plans to grow production.
Bear case
The earnings miss adds to uncertainty around Greenfire’s results. The company reported losses in three of its last four quarters and beat estimates only once. Its trailing EPS was -C$0.27, and its profit margin was -6.35%. The acquisition has not closed, and the value of the share option will change with Strathcona’s share price. Shareholders should review the arrangement terms and election process; neither stated value is guaranteed.
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