Loblaw Companies (LBLCF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Loblaw Companies Ltd. (OTCMKTS:LBLCF) is Canada’s largest food and pharmacy retailer, offering a wide range of grocery, household, and personal care products through its network of company-operated and franchise stores. The company’s retail banners include Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, Provigo, Maxi, and Shoppers Drug Mart, among others. Loblaw also operates in the financial services sector under the PC Financial brand, providing credit card, insurance, and loyalty program solutions to millions of Canadian consumers.

Founded in 1919 by Theodore Pringle Loblaw and John Milton Cork, Loblaw has grown from a single grocery outlet in Toronto into a diversified retail powerhouse. Over the decades, the company pioneered self-service grocery shopping in Canada and has continually invested in supply chain innovations, in-store technology, and private-label brands such as President’s Choice and No Name. These efforts have solidified Loblaw’s position as a market leader in quality, value, and customer experience.

Operating primarily across Canada, Loblaw’s integrated value chain encompasses food manufacturing, distribution, and logistics. The company’s manufacturing facilities produce bakery goods, dairy products, frozen foods, and other private-label items, while its distribution network supports over 2,400 retail locations. Through its pharmacy segment, Loblaw provides prescription services, health and wellness products, and online pharmaceutical consultations, reinforcing its commitment to community health and convenience.

Loblaw is governed by an experienced board of directors led by Executive Chairman Galen G. Weston, with an executive leadership team responsible for strategic growth across retail, financial services, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, the company continues to expand its digital offerings, enhance omnichannel capabilities, and pursue sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing food waste and supporting local communities.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $160.52 to $160.52
• 50-Day Range: $152.60 to $168.88
• 52-Week Range: $120.00 to $168.93
• Volume: 119 shs
• Average Volume: 12,429 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: 0.60%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Loblaw Companies Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Loblaw Companies scored higher than 2% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Loblaw Companies.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Loblaw Companies is -725.47, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Loblaw Companies is -725.47, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Short Interest

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Loblaw Companies has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 763.6, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Loblaw Companies has recently increased by 90.18%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Loblaw Companies pays a meaningful dividend of 1.71%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

Loblaw Companies does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: 2.1 / 5
• Environmental Score: -1.46

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Loblaw Companies has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 763.6, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Loblaw Companies has recently increased by 90.18%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for Loblaw Companies this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Loblaw Companies insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

70.85% of the stock of Loblaw Companies is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

LBLCF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have LBLCF shares performed this year?

Loblaw Companies' stock was trading at $131.39 at the start of the year. Since then, LBLCF stock has increased by 22.2% and is now trading at $160.52.

How do I buy shares of Loblaw Companies?

Shares of LBLCF stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Today: 7/18/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/24/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Defensive
• Industry: Grocery Stores
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:LBLCF
• CIK: 1081862
• Web: www.loblaw.ca
• Phone: (905) 459-2500
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 220,000
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
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Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: N/A