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AQN:CA:TSX-Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (CAD)

EQUITY | Utilities—Renewable | Toronto Stock Exchange

Last Closing

CAD 18.43

Change

+0.01 (+0.05)%

Market Cap

CAD 2.90B

Volume

1.83M

Analyst Target

CAD 14.04
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About

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp is a renewable energy and regulated utility company. It is engages in hydroelectric, wind, thermal and solar power facilities, and sustainable utility distribution businesses.

Company Website : http://www.algonquinpower.com

Currency: CAD

Country : Canada

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ETFs Containing AQN:CA

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Utilities—Renewable) Market Performance vs. Exchange (Toronto Stock Exchange)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 34.23% 43% F 89% A-
Dividend Return 2.99% 17% F 72% C
Total Return 37.22% 43% F 90% A-
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain 32.11% 57% F 90% A-
Dividend Return 3.86% 17% F 76% C+
Total Return 35.97% 43% F 91% A-
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain 91.58% 100% F 89% A-
Dividend Return 22.23% 20% F 77% C+
Total Return 113.81% 100% F 90% A-
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain 13.66% 100% F 84% B
Dividend Return 17.30% 100% F 86% B+
Total Return 3.64% 50% F 74% C
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 12.38% 100% F 54% F
Risk Adjusted Return 139.72% 100% F 96% N/A
Market Capitalization 2.90B 89% A- 91% A-

Key Financial Ratios

  Ratio vs. Industry/Classification (Utilities—Renewable) Ratio vs. Market (Toronto Stock Exchange)
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
Market Value  
Price / Earning Ratio 25.40 50% 23%
Price/Book Ratio 2.84 78% 22%
Price / Cash Flow Ratio 18.27 22% 10%
Price/Free Cash Flow Ratio 22.60 44% 8%
Management Effectiveness  
Return on Equity 9.23% 78% 68%
Return on Invested Capital 5.31% 78% 55%
Return on Assets 2.22% 44% 55%
Debt to Equity Ratio 113.98% 89% 23%

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Analyst Rating

Target Price Action Rating Action Analyst Rating Price Date

This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Superior risk adjusted returns

This stock has performed well, on a risk adjusted basis, compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile.

Low debt

The company is less leveraged than its peers ,, and is among the top quartile, which makes it more flexible. However, do check the news and look at its sector. Sometimes this is low because the company is not growing and has no growth potential.

Superior capital utilization

The company management has delivered better return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Superior return on equity

The company management has delivered better return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Underpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading low compared to its peers on a price to book value basis and is in the top quartile. It may be underpriced but do check its financial performance to make sure there is no specific reason.

High dividend returns

The stock has outperformed its sector peers on average annual dividend returns basis in the past 5 years (for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. This can be a good buy, especially if it is outperforming on total return basis , for investors seeking high income yields.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Superior Earnings Growth

This stock has shown top quartile earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

High Gross Profit to Asset Ratio

This stock is in the top quartile compared to its peers on Gross Profit to Asset Ratio. This is a popular measure among value investors for showing superior returns in the long run.

What to not like:
Poor return on assets

The company management has delivered below median return on assets in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.

Overpriced on cashflow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.

Overpriced compared to earnings

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.

Below median total returns

The company has under performed its peers on annual average total returns in the past 5 years.

Overpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.