Quebecor Inc's recent earnings report reveals a slight miss in EPS estimates, raising questions about its performance amidst a competitive telecom landscape.
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Quebecor Inc
QBR-B.TO
QBR-B.TO
Quebecor Inc
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Market cap
$15.33B
P/E
17.5x
Div. yield
1.04%
Div. / share
$0.70
52W high
$70.75
52W low
$36.67
1W change
+5.77%
Beta
0.63
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering QBR-B
Wall Street analysts forecast QBR-B stock price to rise 1.6% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$69.70
+1.6% Upside
Current Price
C$68.61
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 QBR-B's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
27.0%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
27.9%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$82.02
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$72.82 | C$66.34 – C$79.93 |
| 60 trading days | C$77.28 | C$67.74 – C$88.17 |
| 90 trading days | C$82.02 | C$69.80 – C$96.39 |
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: 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-05 | — | 1.1500 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-06 | 1.0700 | 1.1200 | -4.5% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-14 | 0.9700 | 0.9300 | +4.3% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-26 | 0.9900 | 0.9500 | +4.2% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-06 | 1.0500 | 0.9700 | +8.2% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-07 | 0.9900 | 0.9600 | +3.1% |
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On August 6, 2026, Quebecor Inc (QBR-B.TO) reported its second-quarter earnings, showing an adjusted EPS of $1.07, which fell short of analysts' expectations of $1.12. This marks a 4.5% surprise to the downside, raising eyebrows among investors as the company continues to navigate a rapidly changing telecommunications sector.
Investor takeaway: While Quebecor's revenue streams showed growth, the EPS miss may signal underlying challenges that investors should monitor closely. The company's focus on expanding its telecommunications services, alongside a robust free cash flow, remains a positive indicator, but the earnings shortfall could impact market sentiment in the near term.
Quebecor Reports Q2 2026 EPS of $1.07, Missing Estimates by 4.5%
Despite the earnings miss, Quebecor's revenue increased by 4.3% year-over-year, highlighting strong operational execution in a challenging environment.
Bull case
Quebecor's telecommunications segment performed well, with adjusted EBITDA growth and a stable subscriber base. The increase in mobile ARPU and strong free cash flow position the company well for future investments and growth.
Bear case
The EPS miss could point to operational challenges or rising costs that may affect profitability going forward. Investors might worry about Quebecor's ability to maintain growth in a competitive market where profit margins are under pressure.
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