MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC (MFI.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - TSX:MFI - CA5649051078 - Common Stock
28.36 CAD
+0.25 (+0.89%)
MFI gets a fundamental rating of 6 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 16 industry peers in the Food Products industry. Both the profitability and the financial health of MFI get a neutral evaluation. Nothing too spectacular is happening here. 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.
MFI had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
In multiple years MFI reported negative net income over the last 5 years.
MFI had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
1.2 Ratios
The Return On Assets of MFI (4.02%) is better than 75.00% of its industry peers.
MFI has a Return On Equity of 11.24%. This is amongst the best in the industry. MFI outperforms 81.25% of its industry peers.
With a decent Return On Invested Capital value of 7.12%, MFI is doing good in the industry, outperforming 68.75% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.02% | ||
| ROE | 11.24% | ||
| ROIC | 7.12% |
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 (3.51%) is better than 81.25% of its industry peers.
MFI's Profit Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Looking at the Operating Margin, with a value of 6.82%, MFI belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 81.25% of the companies in the same industry.
MFI's Operating Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
MFI has a Gross Margin (16.14%) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
In the last couple of years the Gross Margin of MFI has remained more or less at the same level.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 6.82% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.51% | ||
| GM | 16.14% |
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
Compared to 5 years ago, MFI has more shares outstanding
Compared to 1 year ago, MFI has an improved debt to assets ratio.
2.2 Solvency
An Altman-Z score of 2.38 indicates that MFI is not a great score, but indicates only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
MFI has a Altman-Z score of 2.38. This is in the better half of the industry: MFI outperforms 68.75% of its industry peers.
The Debt to FCF ratio of MFI is 3.68, which is a good value as it means it would take MFI, 3.68 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
MFI has a better Debt to FCF ratio (3.68) than 87.50% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.86 indicates that MFI is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
MFI's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.86 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. MFI outperforms 68.75% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.86 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 3.68 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.38 |
ROIC/WACC1.02
WACC6.99%
2.3 Liquidity
MFI has a Current Ratio of 1.15. This is a normal value and indicates that MFI is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
Looking at the Current ratio, with a value of 1.15, MFI is in line with its industry, outperforming 43.75% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 0.45 indicates that MFI may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
MFI's Quick ratio of 0.45 is on the low side compared to the rest of the industry. MFI is outperformed by 62.50% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.15 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.45 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
MFI shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 260.47%, 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.
MFI shows a small growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 5.10%.
MFI shows a small growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 4.43% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)260.47%
EPS 3Y-7.64%
EPS 5Y2.78%
EPS Q2Q%211.11%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)5.1%
Revenue growth 3Y2.68%
Revenue growth 5Y4.43%
Sales Q2Q%8.03%
3.2 Future
Based on estimates for the next years, MFI will show a very strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 29.78% on average per year.
Based on estimates for the next years, MFI will show a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue will decrease by -3.36% on average per year.
EPS Next Y153.06%
EPS Next 2Y69%
EPS Next 3Y51.27%
EPS Next 5Y29.78%
Revenue Next Year2.71%
Revenue Next 2Y1.76%
Revenue Next 3Y0.06%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.36%
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.
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
A Price/Earnings ratio of 18.30 indicates a rather expensive valuation of MFI.
MFI's Price/Earnings ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. MFI is cheaper than 75.00% of the companies in the same industry.
The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 27.40. MFI is valued slightly cheaper when compared to this.
With a Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 12.73, MFI is valued correctly.
81.25% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than MFI, based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio.
MFI is valuated rather cheaply when we compare the Price/Forward Earnings ratio to 22.94, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 18.3 | ||
| Fwd PE | 12.73 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, MFI is valued a bit cheaper than 62.50% of the companies in the same industry.
93.75% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than MFI, based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 7.41 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 8.27 |
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.
A more expensive valuation may be justified as MFI's earnings are expected to grow with 51.27% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)0.12
PEG (5Y)6.58
EPS Next 2Y69%
EPS Next 3Y51.27%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.41%, MFI has a reasonable but not impressive dividend return.
MFI's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 3.56.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.38, MFI pays a bit more dividend than the S&P500 average.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.41% |
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
MFI pays out 54.49% 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.
DP54.49%
EPS Next 2Y69%
EPS Next 3Y51.27%
TSX:MFI (10/17/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
28.36
+0.25 (+0.89%)
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 Cap3.53B
Analysts78.18
Price Target40.87 (44.11%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.41% |
Yearly Dividend0.7
Dividend Growth(5Y)3.82%
DP54.49%
Div Incr Years10
Div Non Decr Years28
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)42.09%
Min EPS beat(2)26.49%
Max EPS beat(2)57.68%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)29.63%
Min EPS beat(4)-20.79%
Max EPS beat(4)57.68%
EPS beat(8)3
Avg EPS beat(8)-6.43%
EPS beat(12)3
Avg EPS beat(12)-47.93%
EPS beat(16)4
Avg EPS beat(16)-49.78%
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)2.18%
Min Revenue beat(2)1.35%
Max Revenue beat(2)3.01%
Revenue beat(4)4
Avg Revenue beat(4)1.32%
Min Revenue beat(4)0.17%
Max Revenue beat(4)3.01%
Revenue beat(8)4
Avg Revenue beat(8)-1.34%
Revenue beat(12)6
Avg Revenue beat(12)-1.22%
Revenue beat(16)7
Avg Revenue beat(16)-1.31%
PT rev (1m)2.94%
PT rev (3m)20.13%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)15.4%
EPS NY rev (1m)0.74%
EPS NY rev (3m)36.47%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)1.43%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-3.57%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-4.71%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 18.3 | ||
| Fwd PE | 12.73 | ||
| P/S | 0.69 | ||
| P/FCF | 7.41 | ||
| P/OCF | 6.07 | ||
| P/B | 2.22 | ||
| P/tB | 4.5 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 8.27 |
EPS(TTM)1.55
EY5.47%
EPS(NY)2.23
Fwd EY7.86%
FCF(TTM)3.83
FCFY13.5%
OCF(TTM)4.67
OCFY16.46%
SpS40.82
BVpS12.75
TBVpS6.31
PEG (NY)0.12
PEG (5Y)6.58
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.02% | ||
| ROE | 11.24% | ||
| ROCE | 10.39% | ||
| ROIC | 7.12% | ||
| ROICexc | 7.67% | ||
| ROICexgc | 10.34% | ||
| OM | 6.82% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.51% | ||
| GM | 16.14% | ||
| FCFM | 9.38% |
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
ROICexcg growth 3Y12.95%
ROICexcg 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-Score8
Asset Turnover1.14
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.86 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 3.68 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 2.25 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 40.15% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 2.06% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 2.65 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 95.75% | ||
| Profit Quality | 267.09% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.15 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.45 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.38 |
F-Score8
WACC6.99%
ROIC/WACC1.02
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)260.47%
EPS 3Y-7.64%
EPS 5Y2.78%
EPS Q2Q%211.11%
EPS Next Y153.06%
EPS Next 2Y69%
EPS Next 3Y51.27%
EPS Next 5Y29.78%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)5.1%
Revenue growth 3Y2.68%
Revenue growth 5Y4.43%
Sales Q2Q%8.03%
Revenue Next Year2.71%
Revenue Next 2Y1.76%
Revenue Next 3Y0.06%
Revenue Next 5Y-3.36%
EBIT growth 1Y85.29%
EBIT growth 3Y12.19%
EBIT growth 5Y14.61%
EBIT Next Year145.78%
EBIT Next 3Y36.97%
EBIT Next 5Y21.46%
FCF growth 1Y357.68%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y502.48%
OCF growth 3Y15.11%
OCF growth 5Y11.47%