Empire Co Ltd
EMP.A
ISIN null / Valor 687330
Empire Co Ltd
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About company
Empire Company Limited, headquartered in Stellarton, Nova Scotia, is a prominent Canadian entity primarily engaged in the food retailing and real estate sectors. Listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker EMP.A, the company operates through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sobeys Inc., which manages a variety of well-known grocery banners such as Sobeys, Safeway, Foodland, FreshCo, and IGA, providing food-shopping services across Canada. In addition to its core food retailing operations, Empire Company Limited is involved in real estate development through partnerships with Crombie REIT and Genstar, focusing on both commercial and residential properties. Established in 1907, the company has a long-standing presence in the Canadian market, aiming to enhance shareholder value through its diverse business activities.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: FinanceLatest Results (02.10.2025):
Empire Company Limited reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, demonstrating growth in earnings, sales, and shareholder returns. The company achieved an 8.8% increase in adjusted earnings per share (EPS) within its financial framework, alongside a steady rise in sales and continued commitment to shareholder value through dividends and share repurchases.
EPS Growth
Empire Co Ltd reported an earnings per share of $0.74 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, up from $0.61 in the same quarter last year. Adjusted EPS saw an 8.8% growth, reflecting the company’s strong financial performance.
Sales Increase
Sales for the quarter reached $7,637 million, marking a 3.0% increase compared to $7,412 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024. This growth was supported by a 3.8% rise in same-store sales within the food segment.
Share Repurchases and Dividend Growth
Empire Co Ltd repurchased $400 million of its shares in fiscal 2025 and declared a 10.0% increase in its quarterly dividend, continuing its streak of 30 consecutive years of dividend increases. The company also renewed its Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) with plans to repurchase up to $400 million of shares in fiscal 2026.
Capital Investment Outlook
The company outlined a capital investment program of approximately $850 million for fiscal 2026, focusing on store renovations, digital enhancements, and sustainability initiatives to drive long-term growth and efficiency.
Operational Efficiency
Empire continues to enhance its data capabilities and improve store operations, targeting increased sales, gross margin, and adjusted EBITDA margin. The company is dedicated to investing in its store network and advancing its digital and data initiatives to better meet customer needs.
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