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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/27/2025: AVY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Year Target Price $190.83
Year Target Price $190.83
4 | Strong Buy |
3 | Buy |
8 | Hold |
0 | Under performing |
0 | Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -2.78% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.73B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.21 | 1Y Target Price 189.36 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.21 | 1Y Target Price 189.36 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.89 | 52 Weeks Range 156.18 - 229.22 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 156.18 - 229.22 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.14% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.69 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.98% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.78% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.65% | Return on Equity (TTM) 31.95% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.21 | Forward PE 18.18 | Enterprise Value 16993174129 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.57 |
Enterprise Value 16993174129 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.57 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.94 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.33 | Shares Outstanding 78175600 | Shares Floating 77457130 |
Shares Outstanding 78175600 | Shares Floating 77457130 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.81 | Percent Institutions 96.01 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.73 | Target Price 190.83 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 4 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 4 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Avery Dennison Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
Avery Dennison Corporation was founded in 1935 as Kum-Kleen Products in Los Angeles, California, by R. Stanton Avery. It started with the invention of the first self-adhesive labeling products. Over the decades, the company expanded its product lines and global presence through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Materials Group: This segment manufactures and sells pressure-sensitive materials, including labels, films, and reflective materials, used in various applications like packaging, branding, and industrial products.
- Solutions Group: This segment provides RFID solutions, price ticketing and branding solutions, and a variety of related products and services for the retail, apparel, and other industries.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by the CEO, and the organizational structure is divided into global business segments supported by functional departments such as finance, technology, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pressure-Sensitive Labels: Avery Dennison is a leading provider of pressure-sensitive labels, with a significant market share in various industries. Competitors include UPM Raflatac, CCL Industries, and Multi-Color Corporation. Revenue for this product is a significant portion of the Materials Group segment.
- RFID Solutions: Avery Dennison provides RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) solutions for inventory management, supply chain tracking, and asset tracking. Competitors include Impinj, NXP Semiconductors, and Zebra Technologies. Market share varies by specific RFID application, but Avery Dennison holds a strong position.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Avery Dennison operates in are influenced by trends such as increasing demand for sustainable packaging, growth in e-commerce, and adoption of IoT technologies like RFID.
Positioning
Avery Dennison is positioned as a global leader in materials science and digital identification solutions. Its competitive advantages include a wide product portfolio, strong global presence, and focus on innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for labels, packaging, and RFID solutions is estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Avery Dennison is well-positioned to capture a substantial portion of this TAM through its product offerings and market reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global presence and distribution network
- Diverse product portfolio
- Strong brand reputation
- Focus on innovation and sustainability
- Strong financial performance
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price volatility
- Dependence on certain key industries
- Potential for obsolescence of certain products due to technological advancements
Opportunities
- Growth in emerging markets
- Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions
- Expansion of RFID applications in various industries
- Acquisitions to expand product portfolio and market reach
Threats
- Intense competition in the labeling and packaging industry
- Economic downturns impacting demand for products
- Technological disruptions
- Regulatory changes related to labeling and packaging
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CCL
- UPM
- MCC
Competitive Landscape
Avery Dennison benefits from its scale, brand recognition, and diversified product line. Competitors like CCL Industries and UPM Raflatac focus on specific niches and regions, creating a dynamic competitive landscape.
Major Acquisitions
Smartrac's Transponder Business
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 248
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded RFID capabilities and market presence.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Avery Dennison has experienced steady growth driven by both organic initiatives and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates and market conditions. Refer to financial news sources for projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in sustainable materials, expansion of RFID capabilities, and acquisitions to strengthen market position.
Summary
Avery Dennison is a strong player in the materials science and digital identification solutions market, benefiting from its global presence and diversified product portfolio. Its focus on innovation and sustainability positions it well for future growth. However, it faces challenges from competitors, raw material price volatility, and technological disruptions.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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About Avery Dennison Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Mentor, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1983-12-29 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Deon M. Stander | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Packaging & Containers | Full time employees 35000 | Website https://www.averydennison.com |
Full time employees 35000 | Website https://www.averydennison.com |
Avery Dennison Corporation operates as a materials science and digital identification solutions company in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, Asia, Latin, America, and internationally. It provides pressure-sensitive label materials consist of papers, plastic films, and metal foils; performance tapes products, including mechanical fasteners, which are precision-extruded and injection-molded plastic devices used in various automotive, general industrial, and retail applications; and other pressure-sensitive adhesive-based materials and converted products under the Fasson, JAC, and Avery Dennison brands. The company also offers graphics and reflective products that include a variety of films and other products for the architectural, commercial sign, digital printing, and other related market segments; durable cast and reflective films to the construction, automotive, and fleet transportation markets; sign shops, commercial printers, and designers for a range of pressure-sensitive materials; reflective films for traffic and safety applications; and pressure-sensitive vinyl and specialty materials for digital imaging, screen printing, and sign cutting applications under the Avery Dennison and Mactac brand names. In addition, it provides branding solutions, including brand embellishments, graphic tickets, tags, labels, and sustainable packaging; and information solutions, such as item-level RFID, visibility and loss prevention, price ticketing and marking, productivity and media, and brand protection and security solutions, as well as care, content, and country of origin compliance solutions. It serves home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals, and automotive industries. The company was formerly known as Avery International Corporation and changed its name to Avery Dennison Corporation in 1990. Avery Dennison Corporation was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Mentor, Ohio.
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