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H B Fuller Company (FUL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/10/2025: FUL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 -7.41% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.42B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 34.04 | 1Y Target Price 66.2 |
Price to earnings Ratio 34.04 | 1Y Target Price 66.2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.11 | 52 Weeks Range 47.35 - 86.73 | Updated Date 07/10/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 47.35 - 86.73 | Updated Date 07/10/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.56% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.86 |
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 2025-06-24 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.0833 | Actual 1.18 |
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 34.04 | Forward PE 14.84 | Enterprise Value 5432636261 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.97 |
Enterprise Value 5432636261 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.97 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.54 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.39 | Shares Outstanding 53963900 | Shares Floating 53703240 |
Shares Outstanding 53963900 | Shares Floating 53703240 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.28 | Percent Institutions 102 |
Upturn AI SWOT
H B Fuller Company
Company Overview
History and Background
H.B. Fuller Company was founded in 1887. It began as a single proprietorship and evolved into a global adhesives manufacturer through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. A key milestone was expanding beyond paste and glue into more specialized adhesive solutions for various industries.
Core Business Areas
- Hygiene, Health and Consumable Adhesives: Formulates and manufactures adhesives used in disposable hygiene products, medical products, and consumer packaging.
- Engineering Adhesives: Develops and supplies adhesives, sealants, and coatings for the transportation, electronics, energy, appliance, and durable assembly markets.
- Construction Adhesives: Provides adhesives, sealants, and building materials for the residential and commercial construction markets.
Leadership and Structure
Celeste Mastin is the President and CEO. The company operates with a global structure, organized into business segments based on the markets they serve.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Hygiene Adhesives: Adhesives for diapers, feminine hygiene products, and adult incontinence products. Competitors include Henkel and Arkema. Market share data is not consistently broken down for this specific sub-segment within the broader adhesives market, but H.B. Fuller holds a significant position. This makes up a significant portion of the hygiene, health and consumable adhesives.
- Packaging Adhesives: Adhesives for food and beverage packaging, corrugated boxes, and other packaging applications. Revenue is significant due to the high volume of packaging used across industries. Competitors include Henkel and Arkema.
- Durable Assembly Adhesives: Adhesives used in the manufacturing of appliances, electronics, and other durable goods. These are more specialized and higher margin compared to the packaging segment. Competitors include Henkel and 3M.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The adhesives market is driven by packaging, construction, and durable goods manufacturing. It is influenced by factors such as economic growth, regulatory changes, and sustainability trends.
Positioning
H.B. Fuller is a major player in the global adhesives market, with a focus on specialized applications and customer-specific solutions. Its competitive advantage lies in its technology, application expertise, and global reach.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global adhesives and sealants market is estimated to be over $70 billion USD. H.B. Fuller's TAM is a significant portion of this, and the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the market's growth through innovation and strategic acquisitions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global presence
- Diverse product portfolio
- Strong application expertise
- Focus on innovation
- Strong relationships with customers
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Dependence on economic cycles
- Integration risks from acquisitions
- Highly competitive industry
Opportunities
- Growth in emerging markets
- Increasing demand for sustainable adhesives
- Expanding into new applications
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
Threats
- Increased competition
- Raw material price volatility
- Economic downturns
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HENKEL.DE
- ARKEMA.PA
- DD
Competitive Landscape
H.B. Fuller competes with global adhesive manufacturers. It holds a strong position in specialized adhesive solutions. Henkel has a stronger position in europe. DD Dupont has a stronger position in coatings.
Major Acquisitions
Royal Adhesives & Sealants
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1575
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded H.B. Fuller's product portfolio and geographic reach in engineering adhesives.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: H.B. Fuller has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Revenue has increased steadily over the past decade.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by growth in emerging markets and increased demand for sustainable adhesives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in R&D, expansion in Asia, and acquisitions of companies with complementary technologies.
Summary
H.B. Fuller has a strong global presence and diverse product portfolio driving moderate growth. The company is well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities in emerging markets with increased demand for sustainable adhesives. The company needs to watch out for raw materials price fluctuations and integration risks from acquisitions, within a highly competitive market. H.B. Fuller maintains a strong balance sheet and positive cash flow.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company reports
- Financial news sources
- Industry analysis reports
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making 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.
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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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