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Why Aecon Group Inc. stock is rising today

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Aecon Group Inc. is seeing a significant rise in its stock price, reflecting positive investor sentiment.

Aecon Group Inc. (ARE.TO) is up today, gaining 4.02%. This increase follows strong financial results and a solid backlog, positioning the company favorably in the construction sector.

Investor takeaway: Investors might see Aecon's recent stock performance as a sign of confidence in its operational stability and growth potential, especially with its record backlog and increasing revenue.

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Aecon Group Inc.

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$7.06 (18.72%)
120 day period
$36.78$46.81$56.85Feb 20May 19Aug 12

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Market cap

$3.07B

Div. yield

1.69%

Div. / share

$0.77

52W high

$57.47

52W low

$19.36

1W change

-6.71%

Beta

1.24

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering ARE

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Wall Street analysts forecast ARE stock price to rise 27.3% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

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

Avg. Target

C$57.00

+27.3% Upside

Current Price

C$44.77

Last close

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

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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

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

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$16.70C$30.14C$43.58C$57.02C$70.46C$83.90TodayApr 6Jun 9Aug 12Sep 24Nov 7Dec 20

30-Day Vol

65.0%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

48.4%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$37.45

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$42.18C$33.71C$52.79
60 trading daysC$39.75C$28.94C$54.58
90 trading daysC$37.45C$25.39C$55.23

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.

Aecon's stock rises by 4.02% today

With a market cap of about CA$3.07 billion, Aecon is drawing investor interest as it expands its project portfolio.

Bull case

Aecon's latest financial results show a strong growth path, highlighted by a record backlog of $10.9 billion. This positions the company well for generating future revenue and could lead to continued appreciation in its stock price.

Bear case

Despite the positive trends, Aecon's profit margin is still negative at -1.1%, which might raise concerns about its long-term profitability and operational efficiency.

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Strong Financial Performance

Aecon recently reported a record backlog of $10.9 billion, a key indicator of future revenue potential. This backlog, along with an 18% increase in revenue compared to last year, has boosted investor confidence and contributed to the stock's rise.

Market Sentiment and Future Outlook

The positive movement in Aecon's stock reflects a broader market sentiment towards the construction industry, particularly as infrastructure investments continue to grow. Investors are optimistic about Aecon's ability to take advantage of upcoming projects, which may further enhance its financial position.

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Published: August 13, 2026
Last Updated: August 13, 2026

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