Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. reported its latest earnings, matching expectations but leaving investors pondering its growth trajectory.
In its recent earnings report released after market close on August 5, 2026, Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (PZA.TO) delivered an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.23, perfectly aligning with analyst estimates. This stability comes amidst modest growth in the fast-casual dining sector, which has faced various challenges in recent quarters.
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Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp.
PZA.TO
PZA.TO
Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp.
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Market cap
$437.43M
P/E
14.2x
52W high
$16.30
52W low
$12.03
1W change
+2.62%
Beta
0.59
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering PZA
Wall Street analysts forecast PZA stock price to fall 7.3% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BearishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$12.00
-7.3% Upside
Current Price
C$12.94
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on PZA's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
16.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
28.2%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-31.3%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$11.57
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$12.47 | C$11.77 – C$13.21 |
| 60 trading days | C$12.01 | C$11.07 – C$13.03 |
| 90 trading days | C$11.57 | C$10.48 – C$12.78 |
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.
Beat estimates in 1 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-04 | — | 0.2300 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-05 | 0.2300 | 0.2300 | +0.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-01 | 0.2200 | 0.2300 | -4.3% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-25 | 0.2450 | 0.2400 | +2.1% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-04 | 0.2400 | 0.2400 | +0.0% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-07 | 0.2400 | 0.2400 | +0.0% |
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Investor takeaway: While Pizza Pizza's ability to meet EPS expectations is commendable, investors should remain cautious due to the stagnant growth outlook and the company's recent performance trends.
Bull case
Pizza Pizza has shown resilience with a solid profit margin of 76.59%. The expansion of its restaurant network could present long-term growth opportunities. Plus, the company’s consistent dividend payments may attract income-focused investors.
Bear case
Concerns arise from the lack of revenue growth and a stagnant EPS growth forecast of -0.4% year-over-year, which may affect the company’s ability to generate future profits. Additionally, the stock's recent performance has declined over the last month, potentially signaling broader issues.
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