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Rayonier Inc(RYN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RYN
09/25/2026: RYN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Rayonier Inc is a pure-play timberland REIT that generates revenue by harvesting and selling timber, alongside realizing gains from the development and sale of high-value land parcels. The company maintains a leading position in managing productive forest assets across diverse U.S. and New Zealand regions, benefiting from long-term timber growth and selective land sales. Its primary investment story hinges on dividend consistency and the appreciation of its land portfolio, bolstered by emerging opportunities in carbon sequestration. Investors must weigh these benefits against risks like cyclical housing demand, commodity price volatility, and climate-related threats. Rayonier is generally well-suited for income-focused investors looking for long-term, asset-backed exposure to real estate and forestry.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Long-term land appreciation offers growth, but timber is a slow-moving asset class. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Stock movement is generally tied to slow-moving cycles rather than rapid growth trends. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Timberlands are often valued based on the intrinsic worth of the land and standing timber. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The REIT structure mandates regular distributions, making it attractive for income seekers. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While assets are tangible, exposure to commodity cycles and interest rates creates moderate volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Timber prices fluctuate based on global supply/demand for wood products. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Asset appraisal accuracy is critical for REIT valuation. |
| Competition risk (commodity timber market) | Medium | Competition from large players like Weyerhaeuser impacts pricing power. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company manages high-quality, productive biological assets. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Sustainability of dividends depends on operating cash flow from timber harvests. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Effective land development and harvest scheduling require operational precision. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
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 |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.65B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 41.04 | 1Y Target Price 26 |
Price to earnings Ratio 41.04 | 1Y Target Price 26 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.5M shares | Beta 0.9 | 52 Weeks Range 18.87 - 24.26 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 18.87 - 24.26 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.59% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.46 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Timberlands | Harvesting and selling sawlogs and pulpwood. | Selling trees is the primary stable income stream. |
| Real Estate | Selling rural land and developing HBU parcels. | Profit from turning forest land into valuable developed real estate. |
| Trading (New Zealand) | Exporting logs to Asian markets. | International log sales help diversify revenue across regions. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Valuation
Trailing PE 41.04 | Forward PE 32.68 | Enterprise Value 7.35B | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.83 |
Enterprise Value 7.35B | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.83 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.59 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 28.07 | Shares Outstanding 297.57M | Shares Floating 276.98M |
Shares Outstanding 297.57M | Shares Floating 276.98M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.97 | Percent Institutions 96.54 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Rayonier Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Yulee, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-02-17 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Mark D. McHugh J.D. | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Specialty | Full time employees 285 | Website https://www.rayonier.com |
Full time employees 285 | Website https://www.rayonier.com | ||
Rayonier Inc. is a land resources real estate investment trust (REIT) with a portfolio comprising over four million acres in the U.S. South and U.S. Northwest. The company is focused on managing its timberlands on a sustainable basis while optimizing its overall portfolio value by delivering land to its highest and best use. Rayonier also operates six sawmills, an industrial-grade plywood mill, residential and commercial real estate developments, and a rural land sales program. Rayonier is committed to corporate responsibility, third-party forest certification, and supporting climate change mitigation through its land-based solutions business. Rayonier Inc. was established in 1926 and was incorporated in North Carolina.
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