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Thesis: The ongoing decline in consumer spending and increased competition from e-commerce platforms are leading to a more negative outlook for Sears Canada.
★ Analysts see FY2017 revenue reaching $2.6B — +0.0% growth in a single year.
What Could Go Wrong
1Continued decline in same-store sales suggests a potential for restructuring or asset divestiture, which could unlock value.
2Increased competition from e-commerce platforms is expected to further compress margins, with a projected 5% decline in gross margin over the next year.
3Management's focus on enhancing online sales channels could lead to a 10% increase in e-commerce revenue, but overall sales may still decline.
4Technological disruption from e-commerce and changing consumer shopping habits
5Regulatory changes affecting retail operations
6Intense competition from online retailers and discount chains