Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc operates as a convenience store and fuel retailer, generating revenue through the sale of food, beverages, and petroleum products.
Business. Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (ATD.TO) is a company in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry, operating within the broader Energy - Fossil Fuels sector. The firm is headquartered in Canada and is primarily listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker ATD.TO. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic mix are not provided in the available data. Consequently, the company is described at the industry level as an entity engaged in oil and gas activities with a product-sale revenue model.
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21 analysts · consensus BuyAt a glance
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Pre-earnings brief
This is the first analysis for Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (ATD.TO), meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in the company's profile. Consequently, no specific operational, financial, or strategic shifts can be identified from the available data to drive a narrative of change. The monitoring signals for the company remain largely inactive. Over the 30-day period ending July 16, 2026, daily dispatch counts were zero for every day except July 13, which recorded a single dispatch. No sentiment data is associated with these signals, and the broader watcher signals list is empty. In terms of corporate structure and market presence, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is characterized by a lean executive team of two officers and coverage by five analysts. The company holds membership in one index, though the specific index is not detailed. Notably, the data indicates zero top holders, suggesting a lack of reported major institutional ownership in this specific dataset. External thematic factors show a connection to "middle-east-ceasefire-efforts," which carries an intensity score of 1.5146 and a negative peer weight of -1.5146. However, this saga is associated with zero posts, indicating limited direct news volume or immediate impact on the company's reported activities within this timeframe.
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Synthesis
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (ATD.TO) is a company in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry, operating within the broader Energy - Fossil Fuels sector. The firm is headquartered in Canada and is primarily listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker ATD.TO. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic mix are not provided in the available data. Consequently, the company is described at the industry level as an entity engaged in oil and gas activities with a product-sale revenue model.
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.11, indicating a moderate level of leverage, and a current ratio of 0.98, suggesting that the company's current liabilities slightly exceed its current assets. The company's liquidity is assessed as medium, with a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt.
The company's profitability is reflected in a return on equity of 3.43% and a return on assets of 1.22%, which are metrics that are typically used to evaluate the efficiency and profitability of a company's use of equity and assets. These figures suggest that the company is generating a modest return on its equity and assets.
The company's revenue is primarily derived from its convenience store and fuel retail operations, with a significant portion of its business concentrated in North America. The company's exposure to geographic markets is a key factor in its revenue concentration.
The company's growth trajectory is expected to be influenced by its capital expenditure and operating cash flow. The company's capital expenditure for the period was -1.94 billion USD, and its operating cash flow was 4.82 billion USD. These figures indicate that the company is investing in its operations while maintaining a strong cash flow from operations.
The company's risk profile includes a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company's risk assessment highlights the importance of monitoring its liquidity position and the potential for dilution. The company's free cash flow of 212.1 million USD and operating cash flow of 4.82 billion USD provide a buffer against liquidity risks.
Recent events and filings have not indicated any significant changes in the company's operations or financial position. The company's recent financial performance and analyst estimates suggest a generally positive outlook, with a mean price target of 94.39 USD and a median price target of 91.00 USD.
This is the first analysis for Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (ATD.TO), meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in the company's profile. Consequently, no specific operational, financial, or strategic shifts can be identified from the available data to drive a narrative of change. The monitoring signals for the company remain largely inactive. Over the 30-day period ending July 16, 2026, daily dispatch counts were zero for every day except July 13, which recorded a single dispatch. No sentiment data is associated with these signals, and the broader watcher signals list is empty. In terms of corporate structure and market presence, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is characterized by a lean executive team of two officers and coverage by five analysts. The company holds membership in one index, though the specific index is not detailed. Notably, the data indicates zero top holders, suggesting a lack of reported major institutional ownership in this specific dataset. External thematic factors show a connection to "middle-east-ceasefire-efforts," which carries an intensity score of 1.5146 and a negative peer weight of -1.5146. However, this saga is associated with zero posts, indicating limited direct news volume or immediate impact on the company's reported activities within this timeframe.
- Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc has a moderate level of leverage with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.11.
- The company's return on equity is 3.43%, indicating a modest return on its equity.
- The company's operating cash flow is 4.82 billion USD, which is a positive indicator of its liquidity.
- The company's capital expenditure for the period was -1.94 billion USD, suggesting investment in its operations.
- The company's risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk.
- Analysts have a generally positive outlook on the company, with a mean price target of 94.39 USD.
Bull / Bear case
Generated · model-assistedRevenue grew at a 12.3% CAGR over four years, demonstrating strong top-line expansion for Alimentation Couche-Tard.
Operating and net margins exceed cohort medians, indicating superior profitability relative to Oil & Gas peers.
Analysts project 12.8% upside to the mean price target, reflecting positive market sentiment on the stock.
Cash conversion is best-in-class at 10.63, significantly outperforming the cohort median of 1.05.
Gross profit reached $13.0 billion in FY2025, showing robust underlying profitability despite revenue fluctuations.
Free cash flow dropped 11.1% year-over-year, reducing the capital available for dividends or acquisitions.
The company carries a high credit risk flag, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in its financial stability.
Long-term debt surged to $14.7 billion in FY2024, increasing leverage and financial obligations significantly.
In focus — financials by report
Revenue $21.81B, +4,3% YoY; Operating income +18,2% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $21.81B, +4,3% YoY
- ▍Operating income +18,2% YoY
- ▍Net income +18,1% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +60,5% YoY
- ▍Net margin 3.5%
Revenue $17.87B, +2,6% YoY; Operating income +4,7% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $17.87B, +2,6% YoY
- ▍Operating income +4,7% YoY
- ▍Net income +4,5% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +25,1% YoY
- ▍Net margin 4.1%
Revenue $17.35B, −5,1% YoY; Operating income −0,1% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $17.35B, −5,1% YoY
- ▍Operating income −0,1% YoY
- ▍Net income −1,1% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +7,2% YoY
- ▍Net margin 4.5%
Revenue $16.27B, −7,5% YoY; Operating income +2,9% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $16.27B, −7,5% YoY
- ▍Operating income +2,9% YoY
- ▍Net income −3,0% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow −35,1% YoY
- ▍Net margin 2.7%
Revenue $20.90B; Operating income $968.3M.
- ▍Revenue $20.90B
- ▍Operating income $968.3M
- ▍Net margin 3.1%
Revenue $17.41B; Operating income $1.04B.
- ▍Revenue $17.41B
- ▍Operating income $1.04B
- ▍Net margin 4.1%
Revenue $18.28B; Operating income $1.14B.
- ▍Revenue $18.28B
- ▍Operating income $1.14B
- ▍Net margin 4.3%
Revenue $17.59B; Operating income $642.2M.
- ▍Revenue $17.59B
- ▍Operating income $642.2M
- ▍Net margin 2.6%
Revenue $72.86B, +5,2% YoY; Operating income −0,1% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $72.86B, +5,2% YoY
- ▍Operating income −0,1% YoY
- ▍Net income −5,5% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow −11,1% YoY
- ▍Net margin 3.5%
Revenue $69.26B, −3,6% YoY; Operating income −10,0% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $69.26B, −3,6% YoY
- ▍Operating income −10,0% YoY
- ▍Net income −11,7% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow −14,2% YoY
- ▍Net margin 3.9%
Revenue $71.86B, +14,4% YoY; Operating income +15,1% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $71.86B, +14,4% YoY
- ▍Operating income +15,1% YoY
- ▍Net income +15,2% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +13,4% YoY
- ▍Net margin 4.3%
Revenue $62.81B, +37,3% YoY; Operating income +0,1% YoY.
- ▍Revenue $62.81B, +37,3% YoY
- ▍Operating income +0,1% YoY
- ▍Net income −0,8% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow −16,8% YoY
- ▍Net margin 4.3%
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Predictor forecast
| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | 2,90 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | 73,9B USD |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | 4,1B USD |
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
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- Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc Market data — financials · 2026-05-27
- Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-27
- Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc Market data — ESG · 2026-05-27
Ownership & reference
Leadership
- Alex MillerPresident, Chief Executive Officer
- Brian P. HannaschPresident, Chief Executive Officer, Director