Stantec Inc sees a modest uptick in stock price this week amid analyst optimism.
Stantec Inc (STN.TO) experienced a slight increase in its stock price this week, closing at C$95.30, which is a 1.30% rise for the day and a 1.08% increase over the week. However, the stock has faced challenges over the past month and year, reflecting broader market conditions and sector-specific factors.
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Stantec Inc
STN.TO
STN.TO
Stantec Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$10.84B
P/E
22.1x
Div. yield
0.99%
Div. / share
$0.94
52W high
$158.64
52W low
$93.05
1W change
+1.08%
Beta
0.73
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering STN · as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast STN stock price to rise 45.6% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$140.36
+45.6% Upside
Current Price
C$96.42
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 STN's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
24.3%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
25.2%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+1.4%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$96.91
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$96.58 | C$88.82 – C$105.02 |
| 60 trading days | C$96.74 | C$85.93 – C$108.91 |
| 90 trading days | C$96.91 | C$83.82 – C$112.04 |
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.
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Investor takeaway: Investors should consider the current technical indicators and analyst outlook as they navigate Stantec's stock performance, especially given its recent price movements and market sentiment.
Stantec's stock is down 26.47% year-to-date.
The stock has seen a significant decline in 2023, reflecting broader market volatility and sector challenges.
Bull case
Analysts are optimistic about Stantec, with an average target price of C$140.36. This suggests there’s significant upside potential from current levels.
Bear case
Despite the positive outlook from analysts, the stock remains below both its 50-day and 200-day moving averages. This indicates potential headwinds ahead.
Recent Price Action
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Stantec Inc's stock closed at C$95.30 on Friday, reflecting a daily gain of 1.30% and a weekly increase of 1.08%. Despite this upward movement, the stock has struggled over the past month, down 3.87%, and significantly over the year, with a decline of 26.47%. The stock's performance indicates ongoing challenges in the industrial sector.
Company News
This week, Stantec was mentioned in a report highlighting it as one of three Canadian undervalued stocks to watch. This recognition may have contributed to the slight uptick in stock price, as investors look for potential opportunities amidst broader market volatility.
Technical Picture
From a technical standpoint, Stantec's stock is trading below both its 50-day moving average of C$99.87 and its 200-day moving average of C$113.24, indicating bearish momentum. The stock's 52-week range is C$93.05 to C$158.64, showing that it is currently near the lower end of this range. The beta of 0.73 suggests lower volatility compared to the market, which may appeal to more conservative investors. Additionally, the current trading volume of 27,092 shares is significantly below the 20-day average volume of 527,785 shares, indicating reduced trading activity.
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