MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - Toronto Stock Exchange - TSX:MFI - CA5649051078 - Common Stock
25.08 CAD
-0.23 (-0.91%)
Overall MFI gets a fundamental rating of 6 out of 10. We evaluated MFI against 17 industry peers in the Food Products industry. While MFI belongs to the best of the industry regarding profitability, there are some minor concerns on its financial health. A decent growth rate in combination with a cheap valuation! Better keep an eye on MFI. MFI also has an excellent dividend rating. With these ratings, MFI could be worth investigating further 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
With an excellent Return On Assets value of 4.58%, MFI belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 82.35% of the companies in the same industry.
MFI has a Return On Equity of 12.48%. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFI outperforms 88.24% of its industry peers.
The Return On Invested Capital of MFI (7.30%) is better than 70.59% 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
Looking at the Profit Margin, with a value of 4.22%, MFI belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 88.24% of the companies in the same industry.
MFI's Profit Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
MFI has a Operating Margin of 7.11%. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFI outperforms 88.24% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of MFI has grown nicely.
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
The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), so MFI is still creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for MFI has been increased compared to 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, MFI has more shares outstanding
MFI has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
MFI has an Altman-Z score of 2.37. 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.
MFI has a Altman-Z score of 2.37. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: MFI outperforms 58.82% of its industry peers.
MFI has a debt to FCF ratio of 4.41. This is a neutral value as MFI would need 4.41 years to pay back of all of its debts.
With an excellent Debt to FCF ratio value of 4.41, MFI belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 82.35% of the companies in the same industry.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.78 indicates that MFI is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
MFI's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.78 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. MFI outperforms 47.06% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.78 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.41 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.37 |
ROIC/WACC1.07
WACC6.83%
2.3 Liquidity
MFI has a Current Ratio of 1.47. This is a normal value and indicates that MFI is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
MFI has a Current ratio (1.47) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
A Quick Ratio of 1.04 indicates that MFI should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
Looking at the Quick ratio, with a value of 1.04, MFI is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 76.47% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.47 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.04 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
MFI shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 287.50%, which is quite impressive.
MFI shows a small growth in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been growing by 2.78% yearly.
The Revenue has decreased by -0.37% in the past year.
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
MFI is expected to show a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 30.01% yearly.
MFI is expected to show a decrease in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will decrease by -3.17% yearly.
EPS Next Y111.5%
EPS Next 2Y45.17%
EPS Next 3Y39.22%
EPS Next 5Y30.01%
Revenue Next Year-7.22%
Revenue Next 2Y-3.47%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.91%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.17%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
The Revenue growth rate is decreasing: in the next years the growth will be less than in the last years.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
A Price/Earnings ratio of 13.48 indicates a correct valuation of MFI.
76.47% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than MFI, based on the Price/Earnings ratio.
The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 26.11. MFI is valued slightly cheaper when compared to this.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 15.26, the valuation of MFI can be described as correct.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of MFI indicates a somewhat cheap valuation: MFI is cheaper than 64.71% of the companies listed in the same industry.
The average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio is at 36.21. MFI is valued rather cheaply when compared to this.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.48 | ||
| Fwd PE | 15.26 |
4.2 Price Multiples
MFI's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. MFI is cheaper than 70.59% of the companies in the same industry.
Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, MFI is valued cheaper than 88.24% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 8.43 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.7 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
MFI's 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 39.22% in the coming years. This may justify a more expensive valuation.
PEG (NY)0.12
PEG (5Y)4.85
EPS Next 2Y45.17%
EPS Next 3Y39.22%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.04%, MFI has a reasonable but not impressive dividend return.
In the last 3 months the price of MFI has falen by -28.67%. A price decline artificially increases the dividend yield. It may be a sign investors do not expect the dividend to last.
MFI's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 3.81.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.32, MFI pays a bit more dividend than the S&P500 average.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.04% |
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 2Y45.17%
EPS Next 3Y39.22%
TSX:MFI (12/1/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
25.08
-0.23 (-0.91%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryGroupFood, Beverage & Tobacco
GICS IndustryFood Products
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners24.04%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners39.79%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap3.13B
Revenue(TTM)4.83B
Net Income(TTM)203.93M
Analysts78.33
Price Target34.68 (38.28%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.04% |
Yearly Dividend0.7
Dividend Growth(5Y)3.82%
DP50.55%
Div Incr Years10
Div Non Decr Years28
Ex-Date
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)-15.15%
PT rev (3m)-12.66%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-27.5%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-41.41%
EPS NY rev (1m)-16.42%
EPS NY rev (3m)-15.81%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)-6.5%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-23.89%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-9.66%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-12.8%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.48 | ||
| Fwd PE | 15.26 | ||
| P/S | 0.65 | ||
| P/FCF | 8.43 | ||
| P/OCF | 6.56 | ||
| P/B | 1.92 | ||
| P/tB | 3.4 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.7 |
EPS(TTM)1.86
EY7.42%
EPS(NY)1.64
Fwd EY6.55%
FCF(TTM)2.98
FCFY11.87%
OCF(TTM)3.83
OCFY15.25%
SpS38.71
BVpS13.08
TBVpS7.38
PEG (NY)0.12
PEG (5Y)4.85
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 | 2.37 |
F-Score7
WACC6.83%
ROIC/WACC1.07
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 Y111.5%
EPS Next 2Y45.17%
EPS Next 3Y39.22%
EPS Next 5Y30.01%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.37%
Revenue growth 3Y2.68%
Revenue growth 5Y4.43%
Sales Q2Q%7.63%
Revenue Next Year-7.22%
Revenue Next 2Y-3.47%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.91%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.17%
EBIT growth 1Y65.97%
EBIT growth 3Y12.19%
EBIT growth 5Y14.61%
EBIT Next Year145.78%
EBIT Next 3Y36.97%
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 of MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) 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.
What is the expected EPS growth for MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) stock?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) is expected to grow by 111.5% in the next year.
Can you provide the dividend sustainability for MFI stock?
The dividend rating of MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) is 7 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 50.55%.