Q: What are the chances that a deal can be made with 7/11 at this point?
I read recently that 7/11 is pursuing a dual-track : exploring a possible sale to ATD or going it alone as a more focused business. As part of plans to remain independent, it is selling underperforming supermarkets and has announced plans to list a portion of its U.S. retail operation to fund a massive stock buyback.
I also understand that if the deal goes through with ATD, there will be a lot of debt for awhile.
Is this a good time to buy ATD? If yes, what would be an appropriate price to acquire it? (5+ year time frame)
I am looking for a stock with some sort of dividend, along with a good chance of high appreciation in share price over time. The chart history of ATD over the last 10 years is impressive. If there are other well-managed Canadian companies with reasonable debt that fit this profile better, please suggest them (with a entry price).
They do not have to be in the same sector as ATD. However, I am already heavy in financials. Thank you for your valuable input.
I read recently that 7/11 is pursuing a dual-track : exploring a possible sale to ATD or going it alone as a more focused business. As part of plans to remain independent, it is selling underperforming supermarkets and has announced plans to list a portion of its U.S. retail operation to fund a massive stock buyback.
I also understand that if the deal goes through with ATD, there will be a lot of debt for awhile.
Is this a good time to buy ATD? If yes, what would be an appropriate price to acquire it? (5+ year time frame)
I am looking for a stock with some sort of dividend, along with a good chance of high appreciation in share price over time. The chart history of ATD over the last 10 years is impressive. If there are other well-managed Canadian companies with reasonable debt that fit this profile better, please suggest them (with a entry price).
They do not have to be in the same sector as ATD. However, I am already heavy in financials. Thank you for your valuable input.
5i Research Answer:
ATD has a solid history and we think it is a good stock regardless of whether it gets 7/11. There will be other deals, and its acquisition record is near-pristine. Odds are low on this deal, though, perhaps in the 30% range. We would be fine buying at $72.50 or so. Other non-financial suggestions: WSP, NTR, CNQ.