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What's Going On With Stella-Jones Inc. Stock Thursday?

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Stella-Jones Inc. stock has seen a slight uptick recently, but overall performance shows a downward trend this week.

Stella-Jones Inc. (SJ.TO) closed at C$76.70, reflecting a modest increase of 0.08% on Thursday. However, the stock has experienced a decline of 2.91% over the past week and a more significant drop of 6.50% over the past month. As the company prepares for an upcoming earnings call, investors are keen to assess its financial health and market position.

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Stella-Jones Inc.

SJ.TO

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SJ.TO

Stella-Jones Inc.

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โ†“ $14.60 (-15.99%)
120 day period
$71.28$85.73$100.19Jan 30Apr 28Jul 22

Market cap

$4.18B

P/E

13.9x

Div. yield

1.64%

Div. / share

$1.27

52W high

$100.51

52W low

$69.64

1W change

-2.91%

Beta

0.30

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering SJ

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Wall Street analysts forecast SJ stock price to rise 20.1% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$92.11

+20.1% Upside

Current Price

C$76.70

Last close

Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on SJ's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$50.31C$60.13C$69.96C$79.78C$89.60C$99.43TodayMar 16May 20Jul 22Sep 3Oct 17Nov 29

30-Day Vol

19.2%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

28.9%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-45.3%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$65.24

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1ฯƒ)
30 trading daysC$72.67C$68.01 โ€“ C$77.65
60 trading daysC$68.85C$62.70 โ€“ C$75.61
90 trading daysC$65.24C$58.17 โ€“ C$73.17

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯƒ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯƒ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

Investor takeaway: While the recent price action shows a minor recovery, the overall downward trend raises questions about Stella-Jones' performance in the materials sector. The upcoming earnings call may provide critical insights for investors.

Stella-Jones Inc. Stock Declines 2.91% This Week

The stock's 52-week range of C$69.64 to C$100.51 shows it is currently trading at 23% of its range, highlighting potential volatility.

Bull case

Stella-Jones has a solid profit margin of 8.7% and a return on equity (ROE) of 14.8%, which indicates efficient management and profitability. Analysts remain optimistic, with an average target price of C$92.11, suggesting a potential upside of 20.1% from the current price.

Bear case

Despite its strong fundamentals, the stock is trading below both its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating a bearish trend. The recent performance shows a decline of 10.92% year-to-date, raising concerns about market sentiment and potential challenges ahead.

Recent Price Action

Stella-Jones Inc. shares closed at C$76.70, marking a slight increase of 0.08% on Thursday. However, the stock has seen a decline of 2.91% over the past week and a significant drop of 6.50% in the last month. Year-to-date, the stock is down 10.92%, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market.

Company News

On July 9, 2026, Stella-Jones announced it will hold a conference call to discuss its second-quarter financial results. This event is expected to provide investors with insights into the company's performance and future outlook, which could influence market sentiment moving forward.

Technical Picture

From a technical standpoint, Stella-Jones is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of C$78.58, which is 2.4% lower than the last closing price. The 200-day moving average stands at C$85.27, indicating a 10.1% gap. The stock's 52-week range is C$69.64 to C$100.51, placing it at 23% of that range. With a beta of 0.30, the stock has shown lower volatility compared to the broader market. The latest trading volume was 132,981 shares, slightly below the 20-day average of 139,845 shares, indicating a decrease in trading activity.


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