MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - Toronto Stock Exchange - TSX:MFI - CA5649051078 - Common Stock
25.14 CAD
+0.03 (+0.12%)
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. MFI is valued quite cheap, while showing a decent growth score. This is a good combination! 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.
In the past year MFI had a positive cash flow from operations.
The reported net income has been mixed in the past 5 years: MFI reported negative net income in multiple years.
Each year in the past 5 years MFI had a positive operating cash flow.
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's Return On Equity of 12.48% is amongst the best of 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
The Profit Margin of MFI (4.22%) is better than 88.24% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of MFI has remained more or less at the same level.
Looking at the Operating Margin, with a value of 7.11%, MFI belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 88.24% of the companies in the same industry.
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
MFI has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for MFI has been increased compared to 1 year ago.
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 2.37. 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's Altman-Z score of 2.37 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. MFI outperforms 58.82% of its industry peers.
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.
Looking at the Debt to FCF ratio, with a value of 4.41, MFI belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 88.24% of the companies in the same industry.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.78 indicates that MFI is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
MFI has a Debt to Equity ratio (0.78) which is in line with its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.78 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.41 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.37 |
ROIC/WACC1.08
WACC6.76%
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.
MFI's Quick ratio of 1.04 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. MFI outperforms 76.47% of its industry peers.
| 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.
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%.
MFI shows a small growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 4.43% yearly.
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
The Revenue is expected to decrease by -3.17% on average over the next years.
EPS Next Y33.7%
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
EPS Next 5Y30.01%
Revenue Next Year-19.73%
Revenue Next 2Y-6.41%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.64%
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
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio of 13.52, the valuation of MFI can be described as correct.
76.47% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than MFI, based on the Price/Earnings ratio.
When comparing the Price/Earnings ratio of MFI to the average of the S&P500 Index (26.57), we can say MFI is valued slightly cheaper.
MFI is valuated correctly with a Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 16.89.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of MFI is on the same level as its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 24.04, MFI is valued a bit cheaper.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.52 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.89 |
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 cheaply inside the industry as 88.24% of the companies are valued more expensively.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 8.45 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.71 |
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.
MFI has a very decent profitability rating, which 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)0.4
PEG (5Y)4.86
EPS Next 2Y38.14%
EPS Next 3Y36.56%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
MFI has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.03%. Purely for dividend investing, there may be better candidates out there.
The stock price of MFI dropped by -29.14% in the last 3 months. With lower prices the dividend yield is higher, but it may be a sign investors do not trust the long term dividend.
MFI's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 1.99.
MFI's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 1.88.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.03% |
5.2 History
The dividend of MFI has a limited annual growth rate of 3.82%.
MFI has paid a dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
MFI has not decreased its dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record of non decreasing dividend.
Dividend Growth(5Y)3.82%
Div Incr Years10
Div Non Decr Years28
5.3 Sustainability
MFI pays out 50.55% of its income as dividend. 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 (12/24/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
25.14
+0.03 (+0.12%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryGroupFood, Beverage & Tobacco
GICS IndustryFood Products
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners25.5%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners39.69%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap3.14B
Revenue(TTM)4.83B
Net Income(TTM)203.93M
Analysts78.33
Price Target34.68 (37.95%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.03% |
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)-8.43%
PT rev (3m)-15.15%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-6.45%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-42.23%
EPS NY rev (1m)-36.79%
EPS NY rev (3m)-46.78%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0.08%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-24.24%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-13.49%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-24.63%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.52 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.89 | ||
| P/S | 0.65 | ||
| P/FCF | 8.45 | ||
| P/OCF | 6.57 | ||
| P/B | 1.92 | ||
| P/tB | 3.41 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 7.71 |
EPS(TTM)1.86
EY7.4%
EPS(NY)1.49
Fwd EY5.92%
FCF(TTM)2.98
FCFY11.84%
OCF(TTM)3.83
OCFY15.22%
SpS38.71
BVpS13.08
TBVpS7.38
PEG (NY)0.4
PEG (5Y)4.86
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
WACC6.76%
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 Y33.7%
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-6.41%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.64%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.17%
EBIT growth 1Y65.97%
EBIT growth 3Y12.19%
EBIT growth 5Y14.61%
EBIT Next Year68.59%
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 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 33.7% 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%.