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) operates in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry within the broader Energy - Fossil Fuels sector. The company generates revenue through a product-sale model, focusing on activities related to oil and gas. Specific details regarding operating segments, headquarters location, and geographic mix are not provided in the available data. The company is primarily listed under the ticker ATD.TO.
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- Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-07-08 · AU
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- Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-07-16 · EU
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- Rate decisionFederal Reserve rate decision (press conf.)2026-07-29 · US
- Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
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- ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
- ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
- ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR
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 shifts in operational metrics, financial performance, or strategic direction can be identified from the available data to lead the synthesis. The company's current structural footprint includes two officers and coverage by five analysts, with membership in one index. However, data regarding top holders is currently unavailable, limiting the ability to assess ownership concentration or institutional interest changes. Cross-source signal analysis reveals a complete absence of dispatch activity over the 30-day period ending in June 2026, with zero counts and null sentiment recorded for each day. This lack of recent news flow or market commentary suggests a period of low visibility or quiet trading activity for the ticker during this window. While broader macro narratives such as Middle East Ceasefire Efforts are active in the market with an intensity score of 1.5146, there is no direct evidence linking these external events to Alimentation Couche-Tard's specific operations or financials in the provided facts. Without specific material changes or watcher signals, the significance of these external factors to ATD.TO remains unquantified.
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Synthesis
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (ATD.TO) operates in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry within the broader Energy - Fossil Fuels sector. The company generates revenue through a product-sale model, focusing on activities related to oil and gas. Specific details regarding operating segments, headquarters location, and geographic mix are not provided in the available data. The company is primarily listed under the ticker ATD.TO.
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 shifts in operational metrics, financial performance, or strategic direction can be identified from the available data to lead the synthesis. The company's current structural footprint includes two officers and coverage by five analysts, with membership in one index. However, data regarding top holders is currently unavailable, limiting the ability to assess ownership concentration or institutional interest changes. Cross-source signal analysis reveals a complete absence of dispatch activity over the 30-day period ending in June 2026, with zero counts and null sentiment recorded for each day. This lack of recent news flow or market commentary suggests a period of low visibility or quiet trading activity for the ticker during this window. While broader macro narratives such as Middle East Ceasefire Efforts are active in the market with an intensity score of 1.5146, there is no direct evidence linking these external events to Alimentation Couche-Tard's specific operations or financials in the provided facts. Without specific material changes or watcher signals, the significance of these external factors to ATD.TO remains unquantified.
- 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-assistedAnalysts project 12.8% upside to a mean price target of $94.39, reflecting strong market confidence in the stock.
Revenue grew at a 12.3% CAGR over four years, showing consistent top-line expansion despite recent volatility.
Cash conversion of 10.63 is best-in-class compared to the 1.12 cohort median, highlighting exceptional efficiency.
Free cash flow dropped 11.1% to $1.86 billion, reducing financial flexibility for dividends or acquisitions.
Long-term debt surged to $13.96 billion in 2025, significantly increasing leverage and potential interest burdens.
The company faces high credit risk, which could impair borrowing capacity and increase financing costs.
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