Methanex CorpMX.TOTOP PICKMar 21, 2023Stock price when the opinion was issued
As of Jul 24, 2026. Market Open.
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Earnings per share were 73c, beating estimates of 37c by a wide margin.
Sales of $986M beat estimates by 4%.
Earnings did fall year over year as prices fell about 16%, even as production increased.
The company continues to buy back its own stock.
The new incoming CEO sounded confident for 2023 and about 30% earnings growth is expected this year.
The market has responded well to these better-than-expected results. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free
As the largest supplier of methanol to international markets, we select MX as a TOP PICK. The company just announced the first bio-methanol marine vessel voyage that opens the door to low-emission marine transport. It trades at 9x earnings and 1.5x book value. It has been some cash reserves to prudently retire debt and buy back shares. We recommend placing a stop-loss at $51, looking to achieve $78 — upside potential over 21%. Yield 1.0%
(Analysts’ price target is $78.69)