George Weston Limited's stock has seen slight declines this week amid reports of earnings and strategic initiatives.
George Weston Limited (WN.TO) experienced a modest decline in stock price this week, closing at C$102.31, down 1.43% for the day and 0.79% over the week. Despite this downturn, the stock has shown resilience with a year-to-date gain of 7.99%. The company recently garnered attention due to its earnings announcements and strategic share repurchase plans.
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George Weston Limited
WN.TO
WN.TO
George Weston Limited
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$39.13B
P/E
38.4x
Div. yield
1.15%
Div. / share
$1.19
52W high
$106.99
52W low
$82.00
1W change
-0.79%
Beta
0.51
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering WN
Wall Street analysts forecast WN stock price to rise 5.6% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$108.00
+5.6% Upside
Current Price
C$102.31
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 WN's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
19.6%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
21.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+24.2%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$111.55
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$105.30 | C$98.43 โ C$112.65 |
| 60 trading days | C$108.38 | C$98.52 โ C$119.23 |
| 90 trading days | C$111.55 | C$99.24 โ C$125.38 |
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.
Investor takeaway: While George Weston Limited has reported strong earnings growth, the stock's recent performance reflects broader market conditions and investor sentiment. The company's ongoing initiatives, such as its normal course issuer bid, may provide a supportive backdrop for its stock moving forward.
George Weston Limited's stock closed at C$102.31, down 1.43% today.
The stock's performance over the past month shows a decline of 0.60%, yet it remains within 81% of its 52-week range of C$82.00 to C$106.99.
Bull case
The latest earnings report from George Weston Limited revealed a 15.2% growth in adjusted diluted net earnings per common share, showcasing strong operational performance. The planned share repurchase could further enhance shareholder value and support the stock price.
Bear case
Despite the positive earnings growth, the stock has faced a slight decline this week, indicating potential challenges in market sentiment. Additionally, the relatively high P/E ratio of 38.44 may raise concerns about valuation among investors.
Recent Price Action
George Weston Limited's stock closed at C$102.31, reflecting a decrease of 1.43% on the day and a 0.79% decline over the week. The stock has maintained a year-to-date gain of approximately 7.99%, indicating some resilience despite recent fluctuations.
Company News and Developments
While there were no major news announcements from George Weston Limited this week, recent headlines noted a 15.2% growth in adjusted diluted net earnings per common share for the fourth quarter of 2025. Additionally, the company has scheduled its second quarter 2026 earnings release for July 31, 2026, and announced a normal course issuer bid to repurchase up to 18,790,242 common shares, which could enhance shareholder value.
Technical Picture
From a technical perspective, George Weston Limited's stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of C$100.51 (up 1.8%) and its 200-day moving average of C$96.45 (up 6.1%). The stock's 52-week range is C$82.00 to C$106.99, putting it at 81% of its range. With a beta of 0.51, the stock has exhibited less volatility compared to the broader market. The latest trading volume of 254,187 shares is above the 20-day average volume of 221,571 shares, indicating increased trading activity.
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