With a history of mixed earnings surprises, investors are keenly watching Autocanada Inc as it approaches its next earnings report.
Autocanada Inc (ACQ.TO) is set to release its Q2 2026 earnings report on August 12, 2026, after market close. The company has had a varied earnings track record, with two beats out of the last four quarters. This upcoming report is particularly significant as analysts expect a consensus EPS of $0.68, down from $0.99 in the same quarter last year, indicating a potential decline in profitability.
Recent earnings trend
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Autocanada Inc
ACQ.TO
ACQ.TO
Autocanada Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$509.18M
P/E
184.6x
52W high
$34.56
52W low
$14.00
1W change
-1.60%
Beta
2.04
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering ACQ · as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast ACQ stock price to rise 12.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$24.81
+12.0% Upside
Current Price
C$22.15
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 ACQ's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
36.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
37.8%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+6.5%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$22.62
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$22.27 | C$19.62 – C$25.28 |
| 60 trading days | C$22.45 | C$18.77 – C$26.85 |
| 90 trading days | C$22.62 | C$18.17 – C$28.16 |
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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Analyst coverage: 4 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-12 | — | 0.6800 | — |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-13 | -0.1500 | -0.2600 | +42.3% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-18 | 0.2100 | 0.4300 | -51.2% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-13 | 0.6800 | 0.7600 | -10.5% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-13 | 0.9900 | 0.4600 | +115.2% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-05-14 | 0.6443 | 0.0249 | +2487.6% |
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Investor takeaway: Investors should prepare for Autocanada's earnings report, considering the anticipated drop in EPS and revenue. The company's recent acquisition strategy and adjustments in its operations may play crucial roles in its performance moving forward.
Analysts Expect EPS Decline of 31.3% Year-over-Year
The anticipated EPS of $0.68 reflects a significant decline from the previous year's $0.99, indicating potential challenges in maintaining profitability amidst a competitive retail environment.
Bull case
Autocanada's recent acquisition of Contemporary Coachworks boosts its service capabilities, which could lead to increased revenue. If the company can manage costs effectively, it might surprise analysts with a better-than-expected EPS.
Bear case
However, the consensus EPS estimate has dropped significantly from $1.14 to $0.68 in just 30 days, raising concerns about the company's profitability. A projected revenue decline of 6% could further pressure margins.
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