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Rayonier Inc (RYN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: RYN (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
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $30.17
1 Year Target Price $30.17
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -9.98% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.11B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.61 | 1Y Target Price 30.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.61 | 1Y Target Price 30.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.04 | 52 Weeks Range 21.84 - 30.01 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 21.84 - 30.01 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.24% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.46 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 61.39% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.78% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.07% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.02% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.61 | Forward PE 45.25 | Enterprise Value 4222528568 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.31 |
Enterprise Value 4222528568 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.31 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.75 | Shares Outstanding 154162000 | Shares Floating 138967864 |
Shares Outstanding 154162000 | Shares Floating 138967864 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.9 | Percent Institutions 96.05 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Rayonier Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Rayonier Inc. traces its roots back to 1926 as Rainier Pulp and Paper Company. It evolved into a leading timberland real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on sustainable forestry practices.
Core Business Areas
- Timber: Rayonier owns, leases, and manages timberlands, selling timber and logs to various markets. This segment generates the largest portion of revenue.
- Real Estate: The company selectively sells portions of its timberlands for higher-value alternative uses such as residential, commercial, and conservation purposes.
- Trading: Rayonier purchases and sells logs from third parties in regions where they own timberlands.
Leadership and Structure
Rayonier Inc. is led by a board of directors and an executive leadership team headed by the President and CEO. The company is structured into business segments, each with its own management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Timber: Rayonier's primary product is timber, sold as sawtimber and pulpwood. Market share varies by region and species but globally the timber market is highly fragmented and no particular company owns a large stake, competitors would include Weyerhaeuser (WY), PotlatchDeltic (PCH), and CatchMark Timber Trust (CTT). Revenue from this segment constitutes the majority of their income.
- Land Sales: Rayonier selectively sells land for development or conservation. No precise market share data is readily available, as this is opportunistic and based on local markets. Competitors include other timber REITs like Weyerhaeuser (WY).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The timber industry is influenced by housing starts, global economic growth, and environmental regulations. REITs manage timberlands for long-term value creation.
Positioning
Rayonier is a timber REIT focused on sustainable forestry and maximizing shareholder value through timber sales and strategic land sales. Their scale of operations and sustainable management practices provides a competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global timber market is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. Rayonier is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its sustainable forestry practices and strategic real estate sales. Precise TAM estimates vary depending on scope and data sources.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large timberland holdings
- Sustainable forestry practices
- Experienced management team
- Geographic diversification
- REIT structure provides tax advantages
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical housing market
- Vulnerability to natural disasters (e.g., wildfires, hurricanes)
- Long timber growing cycles
- Dependence on global economic conditions
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for sustainable building materials
- Strategic land sales for higher value uses
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Carbon sequestration initiatives
- Technological advancements in forestry management
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Changes in environmental regulations
- Fluctuations in timber prices
- Climate change impacts on timberland
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- WY
- PCH
- CTT
Competitive Landscape
Rayonier competes with other timber REITs and private timberland owners. Their sustainable forestry practices and strategic real estate sales set them apart.
Major Acquisitions
Pope Resources
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 554
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Rayonier's timberland holdings and strengthened its position in the Pacific Northwest.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Rayonier's growth is tied to timber sales, land sales, and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary based on market conditions and company performance. The industry is expected to continue to grow.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include sustainable forestry programs and strategic land sales.
Summary
Rayonier Inc. is a large timber REIT that has solid advantages due to its size and sustainable approach. The cyclical nature of the timber industry and housing markets pose challenges for Rayonier. Strategic land sales and a focus on long-term value creation are key factors. Rayonier is susceptible to economic fluctuations, so this should be watched.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Rayonier Investor relations
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. The market share percentages are estimates and may not reflect exact figures.
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 Rayonier Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters 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 424 | Website https://www.rayonier.com |
Full time employees 424 | Website https://www.rayonier.com | ||
Rayonier is a leading timberland real estate investment trust with assets located in some of the most productive softwood timber growing regions in the United States and New Zealand. As of March 31, 2025, Rayonier owned or leased under long-term agreements approximately 2.5 million acres of timberlands located in the U.S. South (1.75 million acres), U.S. Pacific Northwest (308,000 acres) and New Zealand (412,000 acres).
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