Aecon Group (ARE) Stock Overview
Aecon Group Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provide construction and infrastructure development services to private and public sector clients in Canada, the United States, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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CA$5.2513.3% undervalued intrinsic discount
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | CA$53.04 |
| 52 Week High | CA$57.72 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$17.06 |
| Beta | 1.22 |
| 1 Month Change | 15.30% |
| 3 Month Change | 44.25% |
| 1 Year Change | 183.94% |
| 3 Year Change | 311.80% |
| 5 Year Change | 191.27% |
| Change since IPO | 25.24% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 22
ARE: Future Returns Will Reflect Equity Raise, Backlog Delivery And Dividend Commitment
Aecon Group's updated analyst fair value estimate has shifted modestly higher to CA$45.50, with analysts citing recent CA$0.50 to CA$5.25 price target increases and refreshed models that incorporate small adjustments to revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Aecon Group centers on a cluster of price target revisions and refreshed coverage that collectively feed into the updated fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Apr 06
ARE: Future Returns Will Reflect Equity Raise Strength And Backlog Execution Risk
Aecon Group's updated analyst price target reflects a higher fair value estimate of CA$44.64, supported by recent target raises from multiple firms and analyst expectations for slightly stronger revenue growth and a higher future P/E multiple, partially balanced by modestly lower profit margin assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Aecon Group focuses on higher price targets and a mix of ratings that range from Hold and Sector Perform to Buy.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 22
ARE: Future Returns Will Reflect Equity Raise, Backlog Delivery And Dividend Commitment
Aecon Group's updated analyst fair value estimate has shifted modestly higher to CA$45.50, with analysts citing recent CA$0.50 to CA$5.25 price target increases and refreshed models that incorporate small adjustments to revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Aecon Group centers on a cluster of price target revisions and refreshed coverage that collectively feed into the updated fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Apr 06
ARE: Future Returns Will Reflect Equity Raise Strength And Backlog Execution Risk
Aecon Group's updated analyst price target reflects a higher fair value estimate of CA$44.64, supported by recent target raises from multiple firms and analyst expectations for slightly stronger revenue growth and a higher future P/E multiple, partially balanced by modestly lower profit margin assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Aecon Group focuses on higher price targets and a mix of ratings that range from Hold and Sector Perform to Buy.Narrative Update • Mar 22
ARE: Future Cash Flows Will Reflect Tighter Margins And Backlog Driven Risk Balance
Aecon Group's updated analyst price target of CA$40.96, up from CA$36.75, reflects recent target increases across the Street, with analysts pointing to adjusted assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Aecon Group points to a clear reset in expectations, with several price targets now aligned in a higher C$38 to C$52 range.
New Narrative • Mar 08
Bullish View Expects Nuclear And Power Backlog To Drive Long-Term Upside
Catalysts About Aecon Group Aecon Group is a construction and infrastructure company with core exposure to power, utilities, transportation, nuclear and concessions in Canada and select international markets. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Mar 07
ARE: Future Cash Flows Will Reflect Tighter Margins And Balanced Risk Profile
Narrative Update on Aecon Group Analysts have nudged their Aecon Group price target higher to CA$36.75 from CA$35.34, citing updated assumptions around fair value, a slightly lower discount rate, and modest tweaks to revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research does not focus directly on Aecon Group, but it offers some useful context from coverage of a large real estate owner with exposure to occupancy trends and earnings visibility.Narrative Update • Feb 20
ARE: Medium Term Earnings Will Reflect Tighter Margins And Measured Risk Profile
Narrative Update on Aecon Group The analyst price target for Aecon Group has shifted slightly higher, from about CA$34.09 to CA$35.34, as analysts factor in updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Aecon Group signals a mix of optimism and caution, reflected in the modestly higher price target and the assumptions behind it.Narrative Update • Feb 06
ARE: Balanced Medium Term Earnings Outlook Will Reflect Tighter Margins And Measured Risk Profile
Analysts have raised their price target on Aecon Group to $34.09 from $33.18, citing updated assumptions that include a 5.38% revenue growth outlook, a 3.91% profit margin, an 11.73x future P/E, and a slightly higher 8.26% discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent valuation work on Aecon Group reflects a balanced mix of optimism and caution, with analysts updating their models around revenue growth, margins, and the applied P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jan 22
ARE: Backlog And Guidance Will Support Balanced Medium Term Earnings Outlook
Narrative Update on Aecon Group Analysts have adjusted their outlook on Aecon Group, with price targets now ranging from C$30 to C$35 compared with prior targets clustered around C$26. This reflects mixed views on the shares, even though updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E leave the modelled fair value estimate broadly unchanged.Analysis Article • Jan 18
Is Aecon Group (TSE:ARE) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Narrative Update • Jan 08
ARE: Backlog And New Contracts Will Support Balanced Medium Term Earnings Outlook
Aecon Group’s analyst price targets have recently shifted higher, with moves such as RBC Capital’s increase to C$30 from C$26 and other targets in the C$32 to C$35 range. Analysts are reassessing the company using updated assumptions for growth, margins and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Dec 21
ARE: Record Backlog And New Contracts Will Support Steady Medium Term Earnings
Aecon Group's analyst price target has inched higher to C$30, up from a prior consensus closer to the mid C$20s. Analysts cite modestly stronger revenue growth expectations, a slightly lower perceived risk profile, and a marginally higher future earnings multiple, despite some recent rating downgrades.Narrative Update • Dec 07
ARE: Record Backlog And New Contracts Will Support Steady Earnings Outlook
Analysts have increased their average price target on Aecon Group, reflecting recent raises from firms such as RBC Capital, CIBC, ATB Capital and Stifel. They point to improved margin expectations and a modestly lower perceived risk profile, which are reflected in our updated discount rate and profit margin assumptions.Narrative Update • Nov 23
ARE: New Contracts And Record Backlog Will Drive Sustained Earnings Momentum
Aecon Group's average analyst price target has increased, with several analysts citing recent project wins and anticipated revenue growth as justification for raising their targets by C$4 to C$6 per share. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst activity around Aecon Group reveals a mix of optimism and caution, reflecting both the company's opportunities and the challenges it may face going forward.Narrative Update • Nov 05
ARE: Project Wins And Record Backlog Will Drive Upside Momentum Ahead
Aecon Group’s analyst price target has increased significantly from approximately $25.55 to $33.09, as analysts highlight stronger expected revenue growth and recent upward revisions from several research firms. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from street analysts highlight both optimism and caution surrounding Aecon Group's outlook.Analysis Article • Oct 29
Aecon Group Inc. (TSE:ARE) Looks Just Right With A 29% Price Jump
Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 29% gain in the last month alone. The...Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analyst Views Mixed as Aecon Group Sees Higher Price Target and Improved Outlook
Aecon Group's analyst price target has been raised from C$24.82 to C$25.55. This change reflects analysts' increased confidence in slightly higher revenue growth and improved profit margins.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Electrification And Nuclear Projects Will Transform US And Canadian Infrastructure
Aecon Group's analyst price target has been raised from C$23.27 to C$24.82. This change reflects analysts' increased confidence due to slightly improved profit margin forecasts and a modestly lower discount rate.Analysis Article • Aug 08
We Think That There Are Issues Underlying Aecon Group's (TSE:ARE) Earnings
TSX:ARE 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Aecon Group's Fair Values from the Community and select yours Aecon...Analysis Article • Aug 05
Aecon Group (TSE:ARE) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.19
The board of Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 2nd of October, with...Analysis Article • May 27
Investors Still Aren't Entirely Convinced By Aecon Group Inc.'s (TSE:ARE) Revenues Despite 26% Price Jump
Those holding Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 26% in the last...
New Narrative • Apr 23
Backlog And New Projects Will Unlock US Market Opportunities
The strong backlog and strategic focus on high-margin sectors position Aecon for potential revenue growth and improved margins as key projects transition to execution.Analysis Article • Mar 08
CA$26.36: That's What Analysts Think Aecon Group Inc. (TSE:ARE) Is Worth After Its Latest Results
Shareholders in Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) had a terrible week, as shares crashed 20% to CA$17.96 in the week since...Analysis Article • Mar 06
Cautious Investors Not Rewarding Aecon Group Inc.'s (TSE:ARE) Performance Completely
Aecon Group Inc.'s ( TSE:ARE ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.3x may look like a pretty appealing investment...Analysis Article • Jan 24
Does Aecon Group (TSE:ARE) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Dec 15
Aecon Group (TSE:ARE) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$0.19
Aecon Group Inc.'s ( TSE:ARE ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.19 per share on 3rd of January. This...Analysis Article • Nov 15
Aecon Group Inc.'s (TSE:ARE) Shares Leap 30% Yet They're Still Not Telling The Full Story
Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 30% gain in the last month alone. The...Shareholder Returns
| ARE | CA Construction | CA Market | |
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| 7D | -2.6% | -3.2% | 1.1% |
| 1Y | 183.9% | 0.8% | 34.2% |
Return vs Industry: ARE exceeded the Canadian Construction industry which returned 0.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: ARE exceeded the Canadian Market which returned 34.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| ARE volatility | |
|---|---|
| ARE Average Weekly Movement | 5.4% |
| Construction Industry Average Movement | 5.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.3% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 17.9% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 4.1% |
Stable Share Price: ARE has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: ARE's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 | 8,785 | Jean-Louis Servranckx | www.aecon.com |
Aecon Group Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provide construction and infrastructure development services to private and public sector clients in Canada, the United States, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Construction and Concessions. The Construction segment focuses on civil infrastructure, urban transportation solutions, nuclear power infrastructure, utility infrastructure, and industrial infrastructure market sectors.
Aecon Group Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| ARE fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$3.63b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CA$35.17m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$5.63b |
103.2x
P/E Ratio0.6x
P/S RatioIs ARE overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| ARE income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | CA$5.63b |
| Cost of Revenue | CA$5.18b |
| Gross Profit | CA$452.84m |
| Other Expenses | CA$417.67m |
| Earnings | CA$35.17m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.51 |
| Gross Margin | 8.04% |
| Net Profit Margin | 0.62% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 47.1% |
How did ARE perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.5%
Current Dividend Yield138%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 18:55 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Aecon Group Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christopher Murray | ATB Cormark |
| Gareth Tingling | Beacon Securities Limited |
| Devin Dodge | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |