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Why CAE Inc. stock is sliding today

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CAE Inc. is seeing a significant drop in its stock price, which is raising concerns among investors.

CAE Inc. (CAE.TO) is having a tough trading session today, with its stock price down 4.07%, closing at CA$37.02. This decline follows the company's recent earnings report. While the report showed revenue growth, it also revealed disappointing profitability metrics that have likely unsettled investors.

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CAE Inc.

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CAE.TO

CAE Inc.

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↓ $3.77 (-9.92%)
120 day period
$32.01$35.30$38.59Apr 10Jul 7Sep 30

Market cap

$11.02B

P/E

38.5x

52W high

$47.65

52W low

$31.42

1W change

-0.64%

Beta

1.02

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering CAE · as of Sep 17, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast CAE stock price to rise 27.9% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

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

Avg. Target

C$43.79

+27.9% Upside

Current Price

C$34.23

Last close

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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

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

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$20.02C$24.67C$29.31C$33.96C$38.61C$43.25TodayMay 25Jul 28Sep 30Nov 12Dec 26Feb 7

30-Day Vol

29.7%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

30.5%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-42.2%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$29.44

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$32.55C$29.38 – C$36.07
60 trading daysC$30.96C$26.78 – C$35.79
90 trading daysC$29.44C$24.65 – C$35.16

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 be cautious, as CAE's recent earnings report highlights a significant drop in net income and operating margins, indicating potential issues with the company's operational efficiency.

4.07% Decline in CAE Inc. Stock Today

Despite a revenue increase of 6.8%, CAE's net income dropped by 45.8%, pointing to serious profitability challenges.

Bull case

CAE's revenue grew by 6.8% year-over-year, reflecting strong demand in its civil and defense sectors. If managed well, this growth could support long-term success for the company.

Bear case

The sharp drop in net income and operating income margins suggests possible operational inefficiencies and rising costs that could impact future profitability.

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Earnings Report Highlights

In its latest earnings report, CAE Inc. reported revenue of $1,173.4 million, up from $1,098.6 million the previous year. However, net income fell sharply to $31 million, a 45.8% decrease from last year, raising concerns about the company's profitability. The operating income also saw a significant decline, dropping from 12.2% to 7.4% of revenue, which may have contributed to the stock's slide today.

Market Reaction and Future Outlook

The market's reaction to CAE's earnings has been negative, with the stock price reflecting investor concerns over rising costs and lower profitability. While the company is on track with its transformation targets and has reported strong order intake, the immediate outlook seems uncertain due to these financial results. Investors should monitor CAE's operational adjustments and cost management strategies moving forward.


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

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