Superior Plus Corp's recent earnings report has raised eyebrows as it significantly missed analyst expectations, presenting a challenging outlook for the gas utilities provider.
On August 6, 2026, Superior Plus Corp (SPB.TO) reported its second-quarter earnings, revealing an EPS of -0.35, which is 52.2% lower than the estimated -0.23. This disappointing performance contrasts sharply with the previous quarter's strong results, raising questions about the company's ability to maintain momentum in a competitive market.
Recent earnings trend
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Superior Plus Corp
SPB.TO
SPB.TO
Superior Plus Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$1.52B
P/E
706.0x
Div. yield
1.86%
Div. / share
$0.13
52W high
$8.81
52W low
$5.95
1W change
+0.86%
Beta
0.30
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering SPB ยท as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast SPB stock price to rise 25.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$8.88
+25.7% Upside
Current Price
C$7.06
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 SPB's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
39.0%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
32.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$5.88
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$6.62 | C$5.79 โ C$7.58 |
| 60 trading days | C$6.24 | C$5.16 โ C$7.55 |
| 90 trading days | C$5.88 | C$4.66 โ C$7.42 |
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: 3 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-12 | โ | -0.3300 | โ |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-06 | -0.3500 | -0.2300 | -52.2% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-13 | 0.9300 | 0.6600 | +40.9% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-19 | 0.3700 | 0.2500 | +48.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-13 | -0.5700 | -0.2700 | -111.1% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-12 | -0.3400 | -0.0300 | -1033.3% |
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Investor takeaway: The significant earnings miss highlights potential operational challenges within Superior Plus Corp. Investors should keep a close eye on upcoming quarters to see how the company recovers, especially given its history of variable performance.
Bull case
Despite the recent earnings miss, Superior Plus has a strong position in the Canadian gas utilities sector and a solid track record of growth, with two earnings beats in the past four quarters. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic, with a target price suggesting potential upside.
Bear case
The substantial earnings miss may indicate deeper issues within the company, particularly regarding operational efficiency or market demand. With a low profit margin and stagnant dividends, these factors could make investors hesitant in the short term.
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