As Laurentian Bank prepares to report its upcoming earnings, investors are eager to see if it can exceed expectations during its strategic shift.
Laurentian Bank of Canada will release its third-quarter earnings report on August 28, 2026, before the market opens. Investors are closely monitoring the bank as it undergoes a significant transformation into a specialty commercial bank while managing its recent earnings performance.
Recent earnings trend
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Laurentian Bank Of Canada
LB.TO
LB.TO
Laurentian Bank Of Canada
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$1.81B
P/E
130.1x
Div. yield
4.66%
Div. / share
$1.88
52W high
$40.40
52W low
$28.09
1W change
+0.05%
Beta
1.18
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering LB
Wall Street analysts forecast LB stock price to rise 0.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$40.33
+0.0% Upside
Current Price
C$40.32
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 LB's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
1.9%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
2.7%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+0.7%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$40.43
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$40.36 | C$40.10 โ C$40.62 |
| 60 trading days | C$40.39 | C$40.02 โ C$40.76 |
| 90 trading days | C$40.43 | C$39.98 โ C$40.88 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 3 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 1 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | 2026-08-28 | โ | 0.5600 | โ |
| 2026-04-30 | 2026-05-29 | 0.4600 | 0.6400 | -28.1% |
| 2026-01-31 | 2026-02-27 | 0.6500 | 0.7000 | -7.1% |
| 2025-10-31 | 2025-12-05 | 0.7300 | 0.7800 | -6.4% |
| 2025-07-31 | 2025-08-29 | 0.7800 | 0.7200 | +8.3% |
| 2025-04-30 | 2025-05-30 | 0.7300 | 0.6900 | +5.8% |
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Investor takeaway: With earnings estimates set at $0.56 per share, the bank's mixed results and ongoing strategic shift will play a crucial role in shaping market sentiment leading up to the report.
Upcoming EPS Estimate: $0.56
The consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter indicates a potential decline of 6.7% year-over-year from $0.78 in the same quarter last year.
Bull case
If Laurentian Bank can clearly communicate the benefits of its strategic shift and demonstrate signs of improved earnings, it may surpass analyst expectations and boost investor confidence.
Bear case
On the other hand, if the bank reports earnings below expectations or fails to outline a clear path for its transition, it could result in further declines in investor sentiment and stock price.
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