ATCO Ltd is preparing to release its next earnings report, and investors are eager to see if the company can keep up its trend of beating estimates.
Recent earnings trend
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ATCO Ltd
ACO-X.TO
ACO-X.TO
ATCO Ltd
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$8.05B
P/E
57.4x
Div. yield
1.89%
Div. / share
$1.51
52W high
$80.61
52W low
$46.35
1W change
+1.28%
Beta
0.42
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering ACO-X
Wall Street analysts forecast ACO-X stock price to fall 5.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BearishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$74.14
-5.7% Upside
Current Price
C$78.60
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 ACO-X's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
17.8%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
18.7%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$93.97
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$83.42 | C$78.46 – C$88.70 |
| 60 trading days | C$88.54 | C$81.18 – C$96.56 |
| 90 trading days | C$93.97 | C$84.50 – C$104.50 |
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.
Analyst coverage: 4 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 3 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-07-29 | — | 0.9800 | — |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-06 | 1.4700 | 1.4800 | -0.7% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-26 | 1.3500 | 1.2800 | +5.5% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-07 | 0.9200 | 0.8300 | +10.8% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-07-31 | 0.9000 | 0.8900 | +1.1% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-05-07 | 1.4300 | 1.3700 | +4.4% |
Scheduled for July 29, 2026, ATCO Ltd (TSX: ACO-X.TO) will announce its earnings for the second quarter of 2026. Investors are particularly interested in how the company will perform amid ongoing infrastructure investments, including the recent approval of the Yellowhead Pipeline Project. With an earnings per share (EPS) estimate of 0.98, ATCO has a solid track record, having exceeded earnings expectations in three of its last four quarters.
Investor takeaway: With a history of surpassing earnings expectations, ATCO’s upcoming report could be crucial for investors seeking stability in the utilities sector, especially as the company embarks on significant infrastructure projects in Alberta.
EPS Estimate: $0.98
ATCO's EPS estimate indicates a 5.8% growth over last year's $0.90, highlighting the company's potential for steady growth amid significant capital investments.
Bull case
The recent approval of the Yellowhead Pipeline Project is expected to boost revenue growth, aligning with analyst expectations for a 9.1% increase in revenue to $1.26 billion. ATCO's focus on energy infrastructure could improve its profitability and strengthen its market position.
Bear case
Despite its strong historical performance, ATCO faces challenges such as rising operational costs and market volatility that could affect its ability to meet or exceed EPS estimates. If the company struggles to navigate these challenges, it may find it difficult to maintain investor confidence.
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