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Empire(OTC) EMLAF

Market Cap$8.03BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2011)+144%
5 Year+30%
1 Year+9%
1 Month+10%
$36.66
+1.66%
+0.60Today
Empire last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 36.062026-10-19
Empire stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+5.81%USD 34.082026-10-12
1 month+10.05%USD 32.772026-09-18
3 month+0.42%USD 35.912026-07-21
Year to date+4.88%USD 34.382025-12-31
1 year+8.57%USD 33.212025-10-17
3 year+39.53%USD 25.842023-10-20
5 year+29.84%USD 27.772021-10-19
Since inception+144.48%USD 14.752011-10-12

Empire Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$8.03BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

CA$29.98B

Net Income (TTM)

CA$175.33M

EPS (TTM)

$0.71

P/E Ratio

50.74

Dividend

$0.66

Beta (Volatility)

0.10 (Low)

Price

$36.66

Volume

100

Open

$36.66

Previous Close

$36.06

Daily Range

$36.66 - $36.66

52-Week Range

$32.56 - $37.44

Estimated Earnings Date

Dec 10, 2026

EMLAF News

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About Empire

Empire Company Limited is a leading Canadian enterprise engaged in food retailing and real estate ventures. With a network of approximately 1,600 retail stores, the company operates under well-known banners such as Sobeys, Safeway, and FreshCo, among others.

Products and Services
  • Food retailing through various store formats
  • Online grocery platforms including Voilà and Grocery Gateway
  • Real estate investments via Crombie REIT and Genstar partnerships
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached CAD 8.57 billion, indicating strong sales performance
  • Expansion of online grocery services is expected to drive future growth
  • Strategic investments in real estate are anticipated to enhance asset value
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months revenue of CAD 31.5 billion reflects consistent growth
  • Net income for the latest quarter was CAD 235.6 million, showcasing profitability
  • Dividend yield stands at 1.90%, providing a return to shareholders
Empire Company Limited has established itself as a significant player in the grocery sector, with a diverse portfolio that includes both retail and real estate operations. The company's focus on expanding its online presence and strategic investments positions it well for future growth. Recent financial performance indicates a solid revenue stream and profitability, making it an attractive option for potential investors interested in the consumer defensive sector.
AI Generated • Sep 22, 2026

Industry

Food and Staples Retailing

Sector

Consumer Staples

Employees

130,000

CEO

Pierre St. Laurent

Website

www.empireco.ca

Headquarters

Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0, CA

EMLAF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

26.10%

Operating Margin

3.95%

Net Income Margin

0.68%

Return on Equity

4.27%

Return on Capital

8.93%

Return on Assets

1.28%

Earnings Yield

1.97%

Dividend Yield

1.84%

Payout Ratio

94.98%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$8.03BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

222.80M

Volume

100

Avg. Volume

101.40K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

CA$7.23B

Operating Income

CA$1.23B

EBITDA

CA$2.39B

Operating Cash Flow

CA$1.94B

Capital Expenditure

-CA$688.25M

Free Cash Flow

CA$1.25B

Cash & ST Invst.

CA$320.16M

Total Debt

CA$7.78B

Empire Performance Analysis

Empire annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-04-30CAD 22,926,929,782-4.6%
20242024-04-30CAD 22,759,570,837-0.7%
20252025-04-30CAD 22,445,320,871-1.4%
20262026-04-30CAD 23,152,756,9103.2%
Empire sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-10-31-31.1%
Q32026-01-3138.6%
Q42026-04-30-1.2%
Q12026-07-319.8%
Empire annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-04-30CAD 1.99-10.9%
20242024-04-30CAD 2.168.7%
20252025-04-30CAD 2.11-2.6%
20262026-04-30CAD 0.62-70.4%
Empire sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-10-31-46.2%
Q32026-01-31-442.9%
Q42026-04-30156.0%
Q12026-07-3111.7%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2027YOY CHG

Revenue

CA$8.57B

+3.5%

Gross Profit

CA$1.99B

-11.8%

Gross Margin

23.22%

N/A

Market Cap

$8.03BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$61.80K

N/A

Employees

130,000

N/A

Net Income

CA$235.58M

+11.1%

EBITDA

CA$705.72M

+7.4%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2027YOY CHG

Total Cash

CA$320.16M

-13.9%

Total Debt

CA$7.78B

+2.1%

Accounts Receivable

CA$892.45M

+5.9%

Inventory

CA$1.90B

+1.7%

Long Term Debt

CA$6.94B

+2.0%

Short Term Debt

CA$840.42M

+2.6%

Return on Assets

1.28%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

9.79%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

CA$413.52M

+54.9%

Operating Cash Flow

CA$612.70M

+43.8%

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Questions About EMLAF

What is the current price of Empire?

Empire is trading at $36.66 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Empire?

Over the past 52 weeks, Empire has traded between $32.56 and $37.44.

How much debt does Empire have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Empire reported total debt of CA$5.54B.

How much cash does Empire have on hand?

Empire reported CA$228.11M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Empire’s dividend yield?

Empire currently has a dividend yield of 1.84%.

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