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Metro (MRU) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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C$92.98 -1.23 (-1.31%)
As of 06/26/2026 04:00 PM Eastern

Metro - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
6
Buy
2

Based on 8 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Metro in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 8 analysts, 6 have given a hold rating, and 2 have given a buy rating for MRU.

Consensus Price Target

C$103.63
11.45% Upside
According to the 8 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Metro, the average price target is C$103.63. The highest price target for MRU is C$113.00, while the lowest price target for MRU is C$96.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 11.45% from the current price of C$92.98.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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MRU Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
6/28/25 to 6/28/26
1 Month Ago
5/29/25 to 5/29/26
3 Months Ago
3/30/25 to 3/30/26
1 Year Ago
6/28/24 to 6/28/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
2 Buy rating(s)
2 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
Hold
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetC$103.63C$103.63C$106.25C$104.22
Forecasted Upside11.45% Upside17.13% Upside11.49% Upside-1.84% Downside
Consensus RatingHoldHoldHoldHold

MRU Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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MRU Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Metro Stock vs. The Competition

TypeMetroConsumer Defensive Companies
Consensus Rating Score
2.25
2.52
Consensus RatingHoldModerate Buy
News Sentiment Rating
Neutral News

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Neutral News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
4/23/2026
Desjardins logo
Desjardins
4 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetHoldC$99.00 ➝ C$97.00+7.67%
4/23/2026
Scotia logo
Scotia
Not Rated
 Lower TargetSector PerformC$103.00 ➝ C$96.00+6.56%
4/23/2026 Lower TargetSector PerformC$106.00 ➝ C$105.00+16.55%
4/23/2026 Lower TargetNeutralC$101.00 ➝ C$97.00+7.67%
4/23/2026 Lower TargetOutperformC$110.00 ➝ C$105.00+16.55%
4/9/2026 DowngradeOutperformHoldC$103.00+8.99%
1/28/2026 Lower TargetBuyC$118.00 ➝ C$113.00+23.30%
1/23/2026 Boost TargetSector PerformC$112.00 ➝ C$113.00+13.64%
4/17/2025Boost TargetC$99.00 ➝ C$105.00+2.82%
8/15/2024 Boost TargetC$76.00 ➝ C$85.00+0.71%
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Should I Buy Metro Stock? MRU Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, June 26, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Metro pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Metro
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Metro Inc.:

  • Metro Inc. reported a strong earnings per share (EPS) of C$1.11 for the latest quarter, indicating solid profitability and effective management of resources.
  • The company achieved a return on equity of 13.93%, showcasing its ability to generate profits from shareholders' equity, which is a positive sign for potential investors.
  • With a net margin of 4.44%, Metro Inc. demonstrates efficient cost management and profitability relative to its revenue, which can be attractive for investors looking for stable returns.
  • The current stock price is around C$XX, reflecting the company's market performance and investor confidence, making it a potentially appealing investment opportunity.
  • Metro Inc. operates a diverse network of approximately 1,000 food stores and 640 pharmacies, which provides a robust business model and reduces dependency on any single revenue stream.

Metro
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Metro Inc. for these reasons:

  • Despite strong earnings, the competitive grocery and pharmacy sectors can lead to pricing pressures, which may impact future profit margins.
  • Market volatility can affect stock prices, and any downturn in consumer spending could negatively influence Metro Inc.'s revenue growth.
  • As a large employer, changes in labor laws or wage increases could increase operational costs, potentially affecting profitability.
  • Dependence on the Canadian market means that economic fluctuations in Canada could significantly impact Metro Inc.'s performance.
  • Investors should consider the potential risks associated with eCommerce services, as competition in this area is intensifying, which could affect market share.

MRU Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 8 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Metro is C$103.63, with a high forecast of C$113.00 and a low forecast of C$96.00.

8 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Metro in the last year. There are currently 6 hold ratings and 2 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" MRU shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in MRU, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, Metro's stock has a predicted upside of 11.45% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Metro's stock had 1 downgrade by analysts.

Metro has been rated by research analysts at BMO Capital Markets, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Desjardins, National Bank Financial, Scotia, and Scotiabank in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Metro less than other "consumer defensive" companies. The consensus rating for Metro is Hold while the average consensus rating for "consumer defensive" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how MRU compares to other companies.


This page (TSE:MRU) was last updated on 6/28/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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