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Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: CLW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $36
1 Year Target Price $36
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -30.42% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 344.31M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 36 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 36 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.08 | 52 Weeks Range 20.84 - 33.79 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 20.84 - 33.79 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.93 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.98% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.65% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.01% | Return on Equity (TTM) -4.37% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 37.04 | Enterprise Value 639633888 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 |
Enterprise Value 639633888 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.49 | Shares Outstanding 16104100 | Shares Floating 15599440 |
Shares Outstanding 16104100 | Shares Floating 15599440 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.28 | Percent Institutions 87.46 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Clearwater Paper Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Clearwater Paper Corporation was founded in 2008 as a spin-off from Potlatch Corporation. It is a leading manufacturer of quality consumer tissue, away-from-home tissue, hard roll towel, bleached paperboard and pulp.
Core Business Areas
- Consumer Products: Produces and sells private label tissue products, including bath tissue, paper towels, and facial tissue, to retail customers.
- Pulp and Paperboard: Manufactures and sells bleached paperboard used in packaging applications and pulp used in the production of paper and tissue products.
Leadership and Structure
Arsen Kouliev is the current Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with key departments including operations, sales, finance, and human resources.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Private Label Tissue: Clearwater Paper is a major supplier of private label tissue products. They do not report market share publicly, but are a significant player competing with companies like Kruger Products and Resolute Forest Products. Revenue is not publicly available per product but the consumer product revenue is $1.2 Billion in 2023
- Paperboard: They produce paperboard used in packaging. Market share data for Clearwater Paper is not publicly available. Competitors include WestRock and International Paper. Pulp and paperboard revenue for 2023 was $700 million
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The paper and pulp industry is mature and cyclical, influenced by factors such as raw material costs, demand trends, and economic conditions. The tissue market is relatively stable, driven by consistent consumer demand.
Positioning
Clearwater Paper is positioned as a key player in the private label tissue and paperboard markets. Its competitive advantages include operational efficiency and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Clearwater Paper holds a smaller position with respect to the TAM, concentrating on the private label market
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong private label market presence
- Efficient manufacturing operations
- Established customer relationships
- Diversified product portfolio
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price volatility
- Dependence on key customers
- Limited brand recognition compared to national brands
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expanding private label market demand
- Developing new product applications for paperboard
- Acquiring smaller competitors
- Increasing focus on sustainability
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players
- Fluctuations in pulp and paper prices
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IP
- WRK
- GPP
Competitive Landscape
Clearwater Paper competes on price and quality in the private label market. It faces significant competition from larger, more diversified players like International Paper and WestRock.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Clearwater Paper's growth has been moderate, driven by organic growth and strategic initiatives. The company had a decline in revenue for 2023 but has stayed relatively flat.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be in line with industry averages, with potential for upside from strategic initiatives and acquisitions. Analysts estimate moderate revenue growth.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost reduction programs and investments in operational efficiency.
Summary
Clearwater Paper Corporation is a prominent player in the private label tissue and paperboard markets, exhibiting operational strengths and established customer relationships. However, it faces challenges such as raw material price volatility, high debt, and competition from larger companies. Future growth depends on strategic initiatives, cost management, and capitalizing on opportunities in the expanding private label market. The company must address its weaknesses and mitigate threats to maintain its competitive position.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Clearwater Paper Corporation's Investor Relations website
- SEC Filings
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. The AI-based rating is based on available data and may not reflect all factors influencing Clearwater Paper Corporation's performance.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Clearwater Paper Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Spokane, WA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2008-12-05 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Arsen S. Kitch | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Paper & Paper Products | Full time employees 2200 | Website https://www.clearwaterpaper.com |
Full time employees 2200 | Website https://www.clearwaterpaper.com | ||
Clearwater Paper Corporation manufactures and supplies bleached paperboards in the United States and internationally. The company offers solid bleached sulfate paperboard that is used to produce blister and carded packaging, top sheet, liquid packaging, cups and plates, and commercial printing items. It also provides custom services, including custom sheeting, slitting, and cutting of paperboard products. The company sells its products to folding carton converters, merchants, and commercial printers. Clearwater Paper Corporation was incorporated in 2005 and is based in Spokane, Washington.
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