Metro Inc. (MRU)

Currency in CAD
90.35
-2.53(-2.72%)
Closed·
Trading near 52-week Low
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Fair Value
Day's Range
89.3093.70
52 wk Range
89.30109.20
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
90.27 / 90.64
Prev. Close
92.88
Open
93.6
Day's Range
89.3-93.7
52 wk Range
89.3-109.2
Volume
860.37K
Average Volume (3m)
574.35K
1-Year Change
-12.9492%
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
102.91
Upside
+13.90%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 31 consecutive years

Metro Inc. News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Metro Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a retailer, franchisor, distributor, and manufacturer in the food and pharmaceutical sectors in Canada. The company operates supermarkets, discount stores, neighbourhood stores, specialized stores, and pharmacies that provide fresh and grocery products, baked goods, prepared food products, meats, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, frozen food products, bakery products, prepared meals, delicatessen items, fruits and vegetables, frozen products and pastries. It also manufactures ready-to-eat meals, salads, dips, pastries, pies, breads, and cakes; generic drugs under Pro Doc trademark; and provides online grocery shopping services. In addition, the company offers its private label food products under Irresistibles, Selection, Harvest Best, Lucky Koi, Life Smart, Adonis, Phoenicia, and Premiere Moisson brands; and private label drug products comprising beauty and cosmetic products, over-the-counter medications, health & beauty, cosmetics, and baby categories sold under the Personnelle brand name. It operates a network of food stores under various banners, including Metro, Metro Plus, Adonis, Super C, Marché Richelieu, Marché Ami, Première Moisson, Les 5 Saisons, and Food Basics, as well as pharmacies primarily under the PJC Jean Coutu, PJC Santé, PJC Santé Beauté, Brunet, Brunet Plus, Brunet Clinique, Clini Plus, Metro Pharmacy, and Food Basics Pharmacy banners. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

Employees
99000
Market
Canada

Metro Inc. Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Metro Q2 2026 revenue rose 4.1% YoY to CAD 5.1B, beating forecast; EPS met expectations at CAD 1.11, up 8.8% YoY
  • Stock declined 2.29% in pre-market trading despite solid results, trading near 52-week low amid labor strike and inflation concerns
  • Online sales surged 19.8% while gross margin improved to 20.1%; pharmacy division showed continued growth in specialty medications
  • Ongoing Quebec labor strike poses operational risks; company faces inflationary pressures and intense competitive environment
  • Management projects continued growth in discount formats and online sales; Metro has raised dividends for 31 consecutive years
Last Updated: 22-04-2026, 07:12 pm
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P/E Ratio
19.4x19.1x12.1x
PEG Ratio
3.43−0.330.03
Price/Book
2.7x3.1x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.9x0.5x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
14.0%13.7%21.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
7 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
11 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 102.91
(+13.90% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Buy105.00+16.21%110.00Maintain22-04-2026
BMO Capital
Buy110.00+21.75%115.00Maintain28-01-2026
TD Securities
Buy113.00+25.07%118.00Maintain28-01-2026
Desjardins
Hold99.00+9.57%105.00Maintain28-01-2026
Scotiabank
Buy103.00+14.00%110.00Maintain28-01-2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 4.52%
Dividend Yield
1.77%
Industry Median 0.81%
Annualised payout
1.63
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+9.86%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
22-04-2026
EPS / Forecast
1.11 / 1.11
Revenue / Forecast
5.11B / 5.07B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

MRU Income Statement

FAQ

What Is the Metro Inc. (MRU) Stock Price Today?

The Metro Inc. stock price today is 90.35.

What Stock Exchange Does Metro Inc. Trade On?

Metro Inc. is listed and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Metro Inc.?

The stock symbol for Metro Inc. is "MRU."

Does Metro Inc. Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Metro Inc. dividend yield is 1.77%.

What Is the Metro Inc. Market Cap?

As of today, Metro Inc. market cap is 19.06B.

What Is Metro Inc.'s Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Metro Inc. EPS (TTM) is 4.52.

When Is the Next Metro Inc. Earnings Date?

Metro Inc. will release its next earnings report on 19-08-2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is MRU a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Metro Inc. Stock Split?

Metro Inc. has split 3 times.

How Many Employees Does Metro Inc. Have?

Metro Inc. has 99000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Metro Inc. (MRU)?

As of 23-04-2026, Metro Inc. (MRU) is trading at a price of 90.35, with a previous close of 92.88. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 89.30 to 93.70, while its 52-week range spans from 89.30 to 109.20.

What Is Metro Inc. (MRU) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Metro Inc. is CAD102.91, with a high estimate of CAD113 and a low estimate of CAD85. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +13.90% Upside potential.
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