Dollarama's Promising Future Backed by Analyst Predictions

In a bold prediction by Desjardins Securities’ retail expert Chris Li, Dollarama Inc. (DOL-T) is set to reaffirm its position as a discount retail powerhouse. His recent pricing survey indicates that on a price-per-unit basis, Dollarama is an astonishing 30-50% cheaper than competitors like Walmart (WMT) and Amazon (AMZN). This affordability, coupled with a diverse product range, is expected to drive steady customer traffic and manageable price hikes.

As Dollarama gears up to announce its fiscal Q1 numbers, Li anticipates signs of normalizing same-store sales growth and continued robust earnings from its Dollarcity brand. Projections suggest earnings per share will land at 83 cents, aligning perfectly with market expectations and showing a 6-cent increase from last year.

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Li's optimistic forecasts include:

1. Overall sales growth of 6.7%, with a same-store sales growth of 3.7%.

2. Net profit margins remaining stable despite logistics costs.

3. Sustained strong contribution from Dollarcity, expected to grow by 45% year-over-year.

Maintain a ‘buy’ recommendation, Li has raised his target price for Dollarama shares to $185 from $165, surpassing the average street target of $174.61. He asserts that while there may be limited upside, the company's earnings growth will continue to entice investors seeking safety during these uncertain economic times.

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