As Roots Corp prepares to report earnings, investors are closely watching for insights on its performance in a changing retail landscape.
Roots Corp (ROOT.TO) will release its latest earnings report on September 9, 2026, before the market opens. Investors are eager to see if the company can continue its trend of beating earnings estimates. The consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is -0.1, a slight improvement from last year's EPS of -0.09. With a history of exceeding estimates in three of the last four quarters, the anticipation is high as analysts and investors prepare for what could be a significant report.
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Roots Corp
ROOT.TO
ROOT.TO
Roots Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$159.60M
P/E
67.8x
52W high
$4.70
52W low
$2.82
1W change
+0.25%
Beta
0.53
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering ROOT
Wall Street analysts forecast ROOT stock price to rise 0.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$4.10
+0.7% Upside
Current Price
C$4.07
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 ROOT's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
34.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
40.8%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-44.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$3.48
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$3.86 | C$3.43 – C$4.35 |
| 60 trading days | C$3.66 | C$3.09 – C$4.34 |
| 90 trading days | C$3.48 | C$2.83 – C$4.28 |
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: 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | 2026-09-09 | — | -0.1000 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | 2026-06-12 | -0.1900 | -0.1700 | -11.8% |
| 2026-01-31 | 2026-04-09 | 0.4200 | 0.3900 | +7.7% |
| 2025-10-31 | 2025-12-10 | 0.0800 | 0.0700 | +14.3% |
| 2025-07-31 | 2025-09-10 | -0.0900 | -0.1000 | +10.0% |
| 2025-04-30 | 2025-06-04 | -0.1800 | -0.1900 | +5.3% |
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Investor takeaway: Roots Corp’s upcoming earnings report will be crucial for evaluating its ongoing recovery and alignment with market expectations, especially considering its recent acquisition news. Investors should think about how its performance might affect future growth prospects.
Consensus EPS Estimate: -0.1
Roots Corp is projected to report an EPS of -0.1, reflecting an 11.1% year-over-year improvement from -0.09, suggesting a potential recovery in profitability.
Bull case
Roots has shown resilience with a recent history of beating earnings estimates. The expected improvement in EPS indicates a possible turnaround, especially if consumer spending in the specialty retail sector remains strong.
Bear case
Despite the positive outlook, the company faces challenges in a competitive retail environment, and any failure to meet expectations could raise concerns about its long-term viability and growth trajectory.
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