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H B Fuller Company (FUL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/13/2025: FUL (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
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $66.2
1 Year Target Price $66.2
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -17.49% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.14B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.59 | 1Y Target Price 66.2 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.59 | 1Y Target Price 66.2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.13 | 52 Weeks Range 47.16 - 84.62 | Updated Date 08/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 47.16 - 84.62 | Updated Date 08/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.61% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.84 |
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 2.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.02% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.54% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.63% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.59 | Forward PE 11.76 | Enterprise Value 5152024054 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89 |
Enterprise Value 5152024054 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.46 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.81 | Shares Outstanding 53963900 | Shares Floating 53703240 |
Shares Outstanding 53963900 | Shares Floating 53703240 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.28 | Percent Institutions 101.13 |
Upturn AI SWOT
H B Fuller Company
Company Overview
History and Background
H.B. Fuller was founded in 1887 by Harvey Benjamin Fuller. It initially produced wallpaper paste and has evolved into a global adhesives manufacturer through organic growth and acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Hygiene, Health, and Consumable Adhesives: Provides adhesives for disposable hygiene products, medical products, and packaging.
- Engineering Adhesives: Offers adhesives, sealants, and coatings for transportation, electronics, and energy applications.
- Construction Adhesives: Supplies adhesives, sealants, and coatings for building and construction projects.
Leadership and Structure
Celeste Mastin is the current President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with various functional departments reporting to executive leadership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Advantrau00ae Hot Melt Adhesives: Used in packaging. Market share within packaging hot melts is estimated to be around 10-15%. Competitors include Henkel, Dow, and Arkema. Revenue not publicly disaggregated.
- Swiftu00aelock Adhesives: Used in hygiene products. Market share is smaller, estimated around 5-10%. Competitors include Henkel, Arkema. Revenue not publicly disaggregated.
- Cyberbondu00ae Engineering Adhesives: Used in electronics. Competitors include Henkel, 3M, and Lord Corporation. Revenue not publicly disaggregated.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The adhesives market is fragmented and growing, driven by demand in packaging, construction, and automotive sectors. Sustainability and regulatory compliance are key trends.
Positioning
H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives manufacturer, with a focus on innovation and customer service. They compete on product performance, technical expertise, and global reach.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global adhesives and sealants market is expected to reach approximately $75 - $80 billion USD by 2028. H.B. Fuller's revenue is a small portion of the total market, indicating room for growth. Its positioning depends on specific market segments.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global presence
- Diverse product portfolio
- Strong R&D capabilities
- Established customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Dependence on economic cycles
- Integration risks from acquisitions
- Higher debt compared to peers
Opportunities
- Expanding into emerging markets
- Developing sustainable adhesives
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Increased demand from packaging sector
Threats
- Intense competition
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturns
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HENKY (HENKEL AG & CO KGAA)
- DOOW (DOW)
- AVNT (Avient)
Competitive Landscape
H.B. Fuller competes with larger and smaller players. Its competitive advantages include specialized product offerings, customer focus and global presence. Disadvantages include financial strength relative to the largest players.
Major Acquisitions
Apollo
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 256
- Strategic Rationale: Expands construction adhesives portfolio and geographic reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: H.B. Fuller has grown through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth in the mid-single digits. EPS is expected to grow at a faster pace due to cost efficiencies and margin improvements.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on high-growth end markets such as electronics and hygiene. Streamlining operations to improve profitability. Investments in sustainable adhesives.
Summary
H.B. Fuller is a solid company with a diverse product portfolio and global reach, experiencing steady growth. Its strengths are its diverse product portfolio and customer relationships, but it must manage raw material costs and competition. Opportunities lie in emerging markets and sustainable adhesives. It must watch out for economic downturns.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- H.B. Fuller Investor Relations
- Market research reports
- Financial news articles
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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 H B Fuller Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Saint Paul, MN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Ms. Celeste Beeks Mastin | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.hbfuller.com |
Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.hbfuller.com | ||
H.B. Fuller Company, together with its subsidiaries, formulates, manufactures, and markets adhesives, sealants, coatings, polymers, tapes, encapsulants, additives, and other specialty chemical products. It operates through three segments: Hygiene, Health and Consumable Adhesives; Engineering Adhesives; and Construction Adhesives. The Hygiene, Health and Consumable Adhesives segment produces and supplies specialty industrial adhesives, such as thermoplastic, thermoset, reactive, water-based, and solvent-based products for applications in various markets, including packaging, converting, nonwoven and hygiene, and health and beauty. The Engineering Adhesives segment produces and supplies high performance industrial adhesives comprising reactive, light cure, two-part liquids, polyurethane, silicone, film, and fast cure products to the durable assembly, performance wood and textile, transportation, electronics, clean energy, aerospace and defense, appliance, heavy machinery, and insulating glass markets. The Construction Adhesives segment provides products used for tile setting, commercial roofing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and insulation applications, as well as caulks and sealants for the consumer market and professional trade. The company sells its products directly to customers, as well as through distributors and retailers in North America, Latin America, Europe, India, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. H.B. Fuller Company was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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