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Rayonier Inc(RYN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$18.96
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RYN

10/26/2026: RYN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Rayonier Inc is a specialized timberland real estate investment trust (REIT) that manages highly productive forest assets in the U.S. and New Zealand. The company's strengths lie in its high-quality land portfolio and its ability to capture value through opportunistic real estate development. Its primary investment story centers on consistent income potential and long-term asset appreciation. However, investors must consider risks related to cyclical housing markets, interest rate sensitivity, and environmental hazards. Rayonier generally suits income-focused and long-term value investors. Key developments to monitor include shifts in housing start data, log export pricing trends, and progress in monetizing carbon sequestration opportunities.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitTimberland growth is slow and tied to biological cycles rather than rapid scaling.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock tends to be driven by macro-timber cycles rather than short-term price momentum.
Value investorStrong fitLong-term investors may find value in the underlying land assets relative to the current share price.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe REIT structure provides consistent income distributions attractive to dividend-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile assets are tangible, the stock is subject to real estate and commodity price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highLog prices are subject to global commodity and housing market fluctuations.
Valuation riskMediumTimberland valuations are sensitive to interest rates and discount rate changes.
Competition risk (Timber industry)MediumCompetition for high-quality timberland can limit acquisition growth opportunities.
Business qualityStrongOwnership of productive land assets provides a durable and tangible foundation for value.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividends are dependent on harvest levels and asset sales which can vary year-over-year.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully timing land development and sales is complex and requires specialized expertise.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -21.61%
Avg. Invested days 41
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RYN receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RYN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+32.1%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 42.7%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-61.6%), very low insider ownership of 0.97%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RYN's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 32.5% and operating margin of 17.2%. Operating efficiency is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is RYN's strongest growth driver at +32.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+30.0%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (-61.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.3% and approximately 93.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.97%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.75%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 8.28%
Cohen & Steers Inc 7.37%
NORGES BANK 5.88%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 5.46%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RYN generates approximately $325 of gross profit, $172 of operating income, and $427 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -535.92% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RYN has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 41.22
1Y Target Price 23.67
Price to earnings Ratio 41.22
1Y Target Price 23.67
Volume (30-day avg) 3.8M shares
Beta 0.92
52 Weeks Range 17.71 - 23.90
Updated Date 10/26/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.71 - 23.90
Updated Date 10/26/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 5.71%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.46

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Timber HarvestingSale of sawlogs and pulpwood from US and NZ forests.This is the core, recurring cash-flow driver of the business.
Land SalesStrategic sale of land for development (HBU) or conservation.This segment provides episodic 'lumpy' earnings that boost total returns.
GeographyUS South, US Pacific Northwest, and New Zealand.Geographic diversity helps hedge against local market downturns and weather events.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 41.22
Forward PE 32.47
Enterprise Value 6.99B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.86
Enterprise Value 6.99B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.86
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.22
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.69
Shares Outstanding 297.57M
Shares Floating 276.98M
Shares Outstanding 297.57M
Shares Floating 276.98M
Percent Insiders 0.97
Percent Institutions 93.34

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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