Maple Leaf Foods (MLFNF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a leading Canadian consumer-packaged meats company specializing in fresh and value-added protein products. Its core offerings include pork, poultry and ready-to-eat meats, sold under brands such as Maple Leaf®, Schneiders® and Mina®. In addition to traditional animal-based protein, the company has expanded its portfolio to include plant-based alternatives through its U.S. subsidiaries, Lightlife Foods and Field Roast Grain Meat Co.

The company’s vertically integrated operations span hog production, processing, packaging and distribution, supporting retail, foodservice and export channels. Maple Leaf Foods operates manufacturing facilities across Canada and the United States, with distribution networks extending to markets in Asia, the Middle East and select European territories. Its broad geographic footprint enables the company to serve both domestic grocery chains and international foodservice providers.

Tracing its roots back to 1927 as Maple Leaf Mills, the enterprise evolved through mergers and spin-offs before adopting its current structure in 1991. Under the leadership of President and CEO Michael H. McCain, who has guided the company since 2004, Maple Leaf Foods has undertaken a strategic transformation focused on sustainability, animal welfare and product innovation. This includes initiatives such as antibiotic-free production standards and a commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $22.12 to $22.18
• 50-Day Range: $18.85 to $22.20
• 52-Week Range: $13.71 to $22.20
• Volume: 3,100 shs
• Average Volume: 3,639 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 2.52
• Dividend Yield: 0.72%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Maple Leaf Foods Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Maple Leaf Foods 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 Maple Leaf Foods.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Maple Leaf Foods is 2.52, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 26.55.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Maple Leaf Foods is 2.52, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Defensive sector average P/E ratio of about 13.72.

Short Interest

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

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Maple Leaf Foods has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 179.8, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Maple Leaf Foods has recently increased by 15.56%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Maple Leaf Foods has a dividend yield of 0.88%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

Maple Leaf Foods does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Maple Leaf Foods is 1.82%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Maple Leaf Foods has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 179.8, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Maple Leaf Foods has recently increased by 15.56%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.00

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Maple Leaf Foods this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Maple Leaf Foods insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 34.53% of the stock of Maple Leaf Foods is held by institutions.

MLFNF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have MLFNF shares performed this year?

Maple Leaf Foods' stock was trading at $14.10 at the beginning of the year. Since then, MLFNF shares have increased by 57.3% and is now trading at $22.18.

How do I buy shares of Maple Leaf Foods?

Shares of MLFNF 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: 7/19/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/07/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Defensive
• Industry: Packaged Foods
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:MLFNF
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.mapleleaffoods.com
• Phone: (416) 926-5000
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 13,500
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 2.52
• 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
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

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