North West Company Inc. has reported solid earnings, surpassing estimates and showing growth in a challenging economic environment.
On September 8, 2026, North West Company Inc. (NWC.TO) announced its second-quarter earnings, revealing an EPS of $0.84, which exceeded analyst expectations by 2.4%. This performance highlights the company's resilience amidst rising inflation and operational challenges.
Recent earnings trend
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North West Company Inc
NWC.TO
NWC.TO
North West Company Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$2.33B
P/E
16.9x
Div. yield
3.30%
Div. / share
$1.63
52W high
$55.87
52W low
$43.56
1W change
+8.82%
Beta
0.49
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering NWC
Wall Street analysts forecast NWC stock price to rise 13.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$60.25
+13.8% Upside
Current Price
C$52.95
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 NWC's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
25.2%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
25.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+34.5%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$59.88
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$55.17 | C$50.57 โ C$60.18 |
| 60 trading days | C$57.48 | C$50.82 โ C$65.00 |
| 90 trading days | C$59.88 | C$51.50 โ C$69.63 |
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: 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-31 | 2026-12-09 | โ | 0.8200 | โ |
| 2026-07-31 | 2026-09-08 | 0.8400 | 0.8200 | +2.4% |
| 2026-04-30 | 2026-06-09 | 0.6200 | 0.6700 | -7.5% |
| 2026-01-31 | 2026-04-08 | 0.8963 | 0.8000 | +12.0% |
| 2025-10-31 | 2025-12-09 | 0.8900 | 0.8200 | +8.5% |
| 2025-07-31 | 2025-09-08 | 0.8100 | 0.7600 | +6.6% |
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Investor takeaway: North West's ability to beat earnings estimates while navigating inflationary pressures suggests a strong underlying business model. Investors should consider the implications of ongoing operational improvements and market dynamics when assessing future performance.
$0.84 EPS
North West's EPS of $0.84 beat the consensus estimate of $0.82, continuing a trend of exceeding expectations in three of the last four quarters.
Bull case
The company's strategic initiatives, like the Next 100 program aimed at improving efficiency, along with increased consumer demand from First Nations settlement payments, create a positive outlook for future growth.
Bear case
Despite the earnings beat, rising fuel prices and labor costs are putting pressure on margins. Ongoing inflation may also affect consumer spending patterns, which could impact future sales growth.
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