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PotlatchDeltic Corp (PCH)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: PCH (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $50.62
1 Year Target Price $50.62
4 | Strong Buy |
4 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -28.07% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.25B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 79.3 | 1Y Target Price 50.62 |
Price to earnings Ratio 79.3 | 1Y Target Price 50.62 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 1.14 | 52 Weeks Range 36.39 - 47.10 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.39 - 47.10 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.32% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.53 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 3.94% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.91% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.17% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.07% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 79.3 | Forward PE 55.56 | Enterprise Value 4162718200 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.07 |
Enterprise Value 4162718200 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.94 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 24.41 | Shares Outstanding 77286000 | Shares Floating 70717463 |
Shares Outstanding 77286000 | Shares Floating 70717463 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.6 | Percent Institutions 95.05 |
Upturn AI SWOT
PotlatchDeltic Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
PotlatchDeltic Corporation was formed in 2018 through the merger of Potlatch Corporation and Deltic Timber Corporation. Potlatch has roots dating back to 1903, while Deltic was founded in 1996 as a spin-off from Murphy Oil. The merged entity focuses on timberland ownership and wood products manufacturing.
Core Business Areas
- Timberlands: Manages and harvests timber on approximately 1.8 million acres of timberland in the United States, primarily in the states of Idaho, Arkansas, Minnesota, and Louisiana.
- Wood Products: Manufactures and sells a range of wood products, including lumber, plywood, and particleboard.
- Real Estate: Sells rural real estate as part of a long term strategic plan to maximize shareholder value.
Leadership and Structure
Eric J. Cremers is the CEO. The company has a board of directors that oversees strategic direction. The organizational structure is divided into functional areas such as timberlands, wood products, finance, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lumber: PotlatchDeltic produces a variety of lumber products for construction and industrial applications. Market share data is fragmented across numerous producers, but PotlatchDeltic is a significant player in the Southern Yellow Pine and Inland Cedar lumber markets. Competitors include Weyerhaeuser, West Fraser Timber, and Canfor.
- Plywood: PotlatchDeltic manufactures plywood used in residential and commercial construction. Market share data is fragmented. Competitors include Roseburg Forest Products and Boise Cascade.
- Particleboard: The product is used for furniture and interior construction. Information about market share data is unknown. Competitors include Arauco and SierraPine.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The forest products industry is influenced by factors such as housing starts, repair and remodeling activity, global demand for wood products, and timber supply. Economic cycles and environmental regulations play a significant role.
Positioning
PotlatchDeltic is a vertically integrated timberland owner and wood products manufacturer. This integration provides a competitive advantage through control over timber supply and production costs.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global market for wood products is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. PotlatchDeltic is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its timberland ownership, manufacturing capacity, and distribution channels.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large timberland ownership
- Vertically integrated operations
- Strong balance sheet
- Geographic diversification of timberlands
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclicality of housing market
- Dependence on weather conditions
- Commodity-based products with limited pricing power
Opportunities
- Increased demand for sustainable wood products
- Expansion into new markets
- Strategic acquisitions
- Growth in repair and remodeling activity
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in lumber prices
- Increased competition
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- WY
- WFG
- CFP
Competitive Landscape
PotlatchDeltic's vertical integration and timberland ownership provide a competitive advantage, but it faces competition from larger, more diversified companies.
Major Acquisitions
CatchMark Timber Trust
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 919
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of timberland holdings and increasing scale in key operating regions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by timberland management, operational efficiencies, and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary. Growth is expected to be moderate and tied to the overall economy and housing market.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include timberland acquisitions, mill modernizations, and efforts to increase sustainable forestry practices.
Summary
PotlatchDeltic is a relatively strong company due to its vertically integrated operations and substantial timberland holdings. The company benefits from its control over timber supply. It needs to be careful about economic downturns, fluctuations in lumber prices, and environmental regulations. It is working on strategic acquisitions to increase its revenue and to increase shareholder value.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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 PotlatchDeltic Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Spokane, WA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-11-11 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Eric J. Cremers | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Specialty | Full time employees 1383 | Website https://www.potlatchdeltic.com |
Full time employees 1383 | Website https://www.potlatchdeltic.com |
PotlatchDeltic Corporation (Nasdaq: PCH) is a leading Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) with ownership of 2.1 million acres of timberlands in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi and South Carolina. Through its taxable REIT subsidiary, the company also operates six sawmills, an industrial-grade plywood mill, a residential and commercial real estate development business and a rural timberland sales program. PotlatchDeltic, a leader in sustainable forest management, is committed to corporate responsibility.

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