2025-05-15-Jefferies-加拿大日报2025年5月15日_13页_287kb

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Equity Research: Canada Financials - May 15, 2025 Analysis

Overview: The report covers the Canadian financial sector, highlighting economic challenges, corporate earnings, and investment opportunities amid tariffs, housing issues, and trade agreements.

Economic Impact of Tariffs: Canadian tariffs are causing anecdotal evidence of price increases, particularly in food products. Loblaws anticipates a surge as pre-tariff inventory depletes, potentially affecting up to 6,000 products within two months. Housing in Toronto is stalling, with a 5.4% year-over-year price decline in April and homes sold at 98% of list price, the largest discount since the pandemic.
Corporate Performance: Power Corp (POW) Q1 earnings exceeded expectations due to strong investment activities, with a 7.1% upside potential based on NAV discount and forecasted growth. Subsidiaries GWO and IGM faced headwinds but overall, results show earning beats despite specific challenges like credit losses and inflationary pressures. VALUATIONS are mixed, with POW, RY, and SLF recommended as "Buy," while others are "Hold."
Macroeconomic Updates: Key data includes releases for housing starts, manufacturing sales, and wholesale sales; the Bank of Canada's senior loan officer survey is expected Friday. Weak exit activity (zero IPOs, few M&A deals) in private equity ties to global uncertainties and liquidity challenges, with small deals ($18.2B in Q1) dominating.
Trade and Regulatory Developments: Ontario and Manitoba are finalizing a deal on direct-to-consumer alcohol sales by end-June, part of broader efforts to reduce trade barriers amid US tariffs. CVCA notes muted dealmaking in PE due to buyer caution and supply chain concerns.
Investment Outlook: Jefferies highlights upside potential, including 7.1% reversion-to-mean scenario for POW and forecasted NAV growth. Ratings and valuations, such as POW at $57.00 target with 4.6% yield, are based on factors like DCF, momentum, and regulatory impacts.
Upcoming Events: Economic data like housing starts and CPI will influence market; events include Cdn financials' price performance reviews and tariff-related company updates.