MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - Toronto Stock Exchange - TSX:MFI - CA5649051078 - Common Stock
24.87 CAD
-0.06 (-0.24%)
Taking everything into account, MFI scores 6 out of 10 in our fundamental rating. MFI was compared to 18 industry peers in the Food Products industry. MFI has only an average score on both its financial health and profitability. A decent growth rate in combination with a cheap valuation! Better keep an eye on MFI. Finally MFI also has an excellent dividend rating. These ratings would make MFI suitable for value and dividend investing!
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
MFI had positive earnings in the past year.
MFI had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
The reported net income has been mixed in the past 5 years: MFI reported negative net income in multiple years.
In the past 5 years MFI always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
MFI's Return On Assets of 4.58% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. MFI outperforms 77.78% of its industry peers.
Looking at the Return On Equity, with a value of 12.48%, MFI belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 83.33% of the companies in the same industry.
The Return On Invested Capital of MFI (7.30%) is better than 72.22% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.58% | ||
| ROE | 12.48% | ||
| ROIC | 7.3% |
ROA(3y)-2.52%
ROA(5y)-0.46%
ROE(3y)-6.91%
ROE(5y)-1.96%
ROIC(3y)N/A
ROIC(5y)N/A
1.3 Margins
MFI has a Profit Margin of 4.22%. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFI outperforms 88.89% of its industry peers.
MFI's Profit Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
The Operating Margin of MFI (7.11%) is better than 88.89% of its industry peers.
MFI's Operating Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
The Gross Margin of MFI (16.57%) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
MFI's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 7.11% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 4.22% | ||
| GM | 16.57% |
OM growth 3Y9.26%
OM growth 5Y9.75%
PM growth 3Y-4.62%
PM growth 5Y0.84%
GM growth 3Y-0.2%
GM growth 5Y-0.48%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
MFI has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating some value.
Compared to 1 year ago, MFI has more shares outstanding
The number of shares outstanding for MFI has been increased compared to 5 years ago.
MFI has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
MFI has an Altman-Z score of 2.36. This is not the best score and indicates that MFI is in the grey zone with still only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
Looking at the Altman-Z score, with a value of 2.36, MFI is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 61.11% of the companies in the same industry.
The Debt to FCF ratio of MFI is 4.41, which is a neutral value as it means it would take MFI, 4.41 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
MFI has a Debt to FCF ratio of 4.41. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFI outperforms 88.89% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.78 indicates that MFI is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
Looking at the Debt to Equity ratio, with a value of 0.78, MFI is in line with its industry, outperforming 55.56% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.78 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.41 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.36 |
ROIC/WACC1.08
WACC6.75%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 1.47 indicates that MFI should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
The Current ratio of MFI (1.47) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
MFI has a Quick Ratio of 1.04. This is a normal value and indicates that MFI is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
The Quick ratio of MFI (1.04) is better than 72.22% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.47 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.04 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
The Earnings Per Share has grown by an impressive 287.50% over the past year.
Measured over the past 5 years, MFI shows a small growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 2.78% on average per year.
MFI shows a decrease in Revenue. In the last year, the revenue decreased by -0.37%.
The Revenue has been growing slightly by 4.43% on average over the past years.
EPS 1Y (TTM)287.5%
EPS 3Y-7.64%
EPS 5Y2.78%
EPS Q2Q%172.22%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.37%
Revenue growth 3Y2.68%
Revenue growth 5Y4.43%
Sales Q2Q%7.63%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 30.01% on average over the next years. This is a very strong growth
Based on estimates for the next years, MFI will show a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue will decrease by -3.17% on average per year.
EPS Next Y34.67%
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
EPS Next 5Y30.01%
Revenue Next Year-19.73%
Revenue Next 2Y-6.42%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.58%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.17%
3.3 Evolution
The EPS growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
MFI is valuated correctly with a Price/Earnings ratio of 13.37.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Earnings ratio of MFI indicates a somewhat cheap valuation: MFI is cheaper than 72.22% of the companies listed in the same industry.
MFI is valuated rather cheaply when we compare the Price/Earnings ratio to 26.60, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 16.71, the valuation of MFI can be described as correct.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, MFI is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 61.11% of the companies are valued more expensively.
When comparing the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of MFI to the average of the S&P500 Index (23.23), we can say MFI is valued slightly cheaper.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.37 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.71 |
4.2 Price Multiples
77.78% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than MFI, based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio.
MFI's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. MFI is cheaper than 94.44% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 8.36 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.66 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
The decent profitability rating of MFI may justify a higher PE ratio.
MFI's earnings are expected to grow with 36.56% in the coming years. This may justify a more expensive valuation.
PEG (NY)0.39
PEG (5Y)4.81
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
MFI has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.05%.
In the last 3 months the price of MFI has falen by -20.36%. A price decline artificially increases the dividend yield. It may be a sign investors do not expect the dividend to last.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 1.58, MFI pays a bit more dividend than its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 1.94, MFI pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.05% |
5.2 History
The dividend of MFI has a limited annual growth rate of 3.82%.
MFI has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
MFI has not decreased their dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)3.82%
Div Incr Years10
Div Non Decr Years28
5.3 Sustainability
50.55% of the earnings are spent on dividend by MFI. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
MFI's earnings are growing more than its dividend. This makes the dividend growth sustainable.
DP50.55%
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
TSX:MFI (1/2/2026, 7:00:00 PM)
24.87
-0.06 (-0.24%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryGroupFood, Beverage & Tobacco
GICS IndustryFood Products
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners24.84%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners39.82%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap3.11B
Revenue(TTM)4.83B
Net Income(TTM)203.93M
Analysts78.33
Price Target34.55 (38.92%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.05% |
Yearly Dividend0.7
Dividend Growth(5Y)3.82%
DP50.55%
Div Incr Years10
Div Non Decr Years28
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)32.27%
Min EPS beat(2)26.49%
Max EPS beat(2)38.05%
EPS beat(4)4
Avg EPS beat(4)44.34%
Min EPS beat(4)26.49%
Max EPS beat(4)57.68%
EPS beat(8)4
Avg EPS beat(8)3.17%
EPS beat(12)4
Avg EPS beat(12)-35.18%
EPS beat(16)4
Avg EPS beat(16)-48.88%
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)8.15%
Min Revenue beat(2)1.35%
Max Revenue beat(2)14.94%
Revenue beat(4)4
Avg Revenue beat(4)5.01%
Min Revenue beat(4)0.74%
Max Revenue beat(4)14.94%
Revenue beat(8)5
Avg Revenue beat(8)1.18%
Revenue beat(12)7
Avg Revenue beat(12)0.18%
Revenue beat(16)7
Avg Revenue beat(16)-0.56%
PT rev (1m)-0.37%
PT rev (3m)-15.46%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-42.23%
EPS NY rev (1m)0.73%
EPS NY rev (3m)-46.78%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-24.24%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-21.85%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.37 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.71 | ||
| P/S | 0.64 | ||
| P/FCF | 8.36 | ||
| P/OCF | 6.5 | ||
| P/B | 1.9 | ||
| P/tB | 3.37 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.66 |
EPS(TTM)1.86
EY7.48%
EPS(NY)1.49
Fwd EY5.99%
FCF(TTM)2.98
FCFY11.97%
OCF(TTM)3.83
OCFY15.38%
SpS38.71
BVpS13.08
TBVpS7.38
PEG (NY)0.39
PEG (5Y)4.81
Graham Number23.4
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.58% | ||
| ROE | 12.48% | ||
| ROCE | 10.65% | ||
| ROIC | 7.3% | ||
| ROICexc | 7.75% | ||
| ROICexgc | 10.12% | ||
| OM | 7.11% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 4.22% | ||
| GM | 16.57% | ||
| FCFM | 7.69% |
ROA(3y)-2.52%
ROA(5y)-0.46%
ROE(3y)-6.91%
ROE(5y)-1.96%
ROIC(3y)N/A
ROIC(5y)N/A
ROICexc(3y)N/A
ROICexc(5y)N/A
ROICexgc(3y)N/A
ROICexgc(5y)N/A
ROCE(3y)N/A
ROCE(5y)N/A
ROICexgc growth 3Y12.95%
ROICexgc growth 5Y8.33%
ROICexc growth 3Y15.04%
ROICexc growth 5Y11.56%
OM growth 3Y9.26%
OM growth 5Y9.75%
PM growth 3Y-4.62%
PM growth 5Y0.84%
GM growth 3Y-0.2%
GM growth 5Y-0.48%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover1.09
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.78 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.41 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 2.13 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 42.15% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 2.19% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 3.01 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 80.25% | ||
| Profit Quality | 182.27% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.47 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.04 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.36 |
F-Score7
WACC6.75%
ROIC/WACC1.08
Cap/Depr(3y)87.03%
Cap/Depr(5y)154.07%
Cap/Sales(3y)4.52%
Cap/Sales(5y)7.29%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)287.5%
EPS 3Y-7.64%
EPS 5Y2.78%
EPS Q2Q%172.22%
EPS Next Y34.67%
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
EPS Next 5Y30.01%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.37%
Revenue growth 3Y2.68%
Revenue growth 5Y4.43%
Sales Q2Q%7.63%
Revenue Next Year-19.73%
Revenue Next 2Y-6.42%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.58%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.17%
EBIT growth 1Y65.97%
EBIT growth 3Y12.19%
EBIT growth 5Y14.61%
EBIT Next Year68.95%
EBIT Next 3Y29.57%
EBIT Next 5Y21.67%
FCF growth 1Y414.59%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y250.8%
OCF growth 3Y15.11%
OCF growth 5Y11.47%
MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC / MFI.CA FAQ
What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 6 / 10 to MFI.CA.
What is the valuation status for MFI stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 7 / 10 to MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA). This can be considered as Undervalued.
Can you provide the profitability details for MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC?
MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) has a profitability rating of 7 / 10.
Can you provide the PE and PB ratios for MFI stock?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) is 13.37 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 1.9.
What is the earnings growth outlook for MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) is expected to grow by 34.67% in the next year.