Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial 
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
SLVM 
Sylvamo Corp (SLVM)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: SLVM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $53.67
1 Year Target Price $53.67
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.26% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.75B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.33 | 1Y Target Price 53.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.33 | 1Y Target Price 53.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.88 | 52 Weeks Range 37.52 - 95.87 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.52 - 95.87 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.10% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.2 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.78% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.58% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.37% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.33 | Forward PE 7.16 | Enterprise Value 2448131631 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 |
Enterprise Value 2448131631 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.69 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.87 | Shares Outstanding 40372600 | Shares Floating 33642854 |
Shares Outstanding 40372600 | Shares Floating 33642854 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.06 | Percent Institutions 93.95 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sylvamo Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Sylvamo Corporation was established in 2021 after it separated from International Paper. Sylvamo focuses on the production of uncoated freesheet (UFS) paper, a type of printing and writing paper. Its roots are deeply embedded in International Paper's long history in the paper industry.
Core Business Areas
- Europe: Similar to North America, focuses on UFS production and sales, with specific emphasis on markets like France, Spain and Poland.
- North America: Produces and sells uncoated freesheet (UFS) papers, primarily for printing and writing applications. Includes brands like Hammermill.
- Latin America: Mainly produces and sells paper and packaging used in food and beverage industry such as liquid packaging board.
Leadership and Structure
Jean-Michel Ribiu00e9ras is the Chairman and CEO. The organizational structure is based on geographical regions (North America, Europe, Latin America) with functional departments supporting each region.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Liquid Packaging Board: Used in producing packaging for food and beverage. Sylvamou2019s market share varies from country to country and has many competitors that make similar packaging and paper products.
- Uncoated Freesheet Paper (UFS): Primarily used for printing, writing, and converting applications. Sylvamo is a major global player in UFS. Sylvamo has a large market share in North America and Europe, but the exact market share fluctuates and is difficult to pinpoint with certainty. Competitors include Domtar(Paper Excellence), Resolute Forest Products, and Smurfit Kappa.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The paper industry is facing headwinds from declining demand for printing and writing papers due to digitization. The industry is also affected by fluctuations in pulp prices, energy costs, and transportation expenses.
Positioning
Sylvamo is positioned as a leading producer of UFS paper, with a focus on operational efficiency and customer service. The company has significant scale and a global presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global paper and paperboard market was valued at around USD 370 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 400 billion by 2028. Sylvamo is focused on capturing a significant share of the UFS segment of this market but also in paper packaging in Latin America.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Leading market position in UFS
- Global scale and presence
- Strong brands (e.g., Hammermill)
- Efficient operations
Weaknesses
- Dependence on printing and writing paper demand
- Exposure to pulp price volatility
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- High debt load
Opportunities
- Expanding into specialty paper segments
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Improving operational efficiency
- Growing in emerging markets
- Focusing on Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Threats
- Declining demand for printing and writing papers
- Increased competition from lower-cost producers
- Rising pulp and energy costs
- Environmental regulations
- Disruptive Technologies (e.g., digital alternatives)
- Global Economic Slowdown
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IP
- GPP
- PKX
Competitive Landscape
Sylvamo benefits from its scale and focus on UFS. However, larger, more diversified competitors can be more resilient to market fluctuations.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Since Sylvamo is relatively new, its historical growth is limited to its operations since 2021. The company's performance depends on economic conditions and its ability to improve efficiency.
Future Projections: Future projections rely on analyst estimates, and depend on the company's strategic execution and the external environment.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives might include cost reduction programs, capacity rationalization, and investments in new technologies or specialty papers.
Summary
Sylvamo is a significant player in the UFS paper market, benefiting from its scale and brand recognition. However, it faces challenges from declining demand for printing and writing papers and pulp price volatility. Its future success depends on its ability to adapt to changing market conditions, improve operational efficiency, and expand into new markets and product segments. Further expansion in packaging represents a longer-term upside.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC), Industry reports, Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It is not financial advice.
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 Sylvamo Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Memphis, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-10-01 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Jean-Michel Ribiéras | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Paper & Paper Products | Full time employees 6500 | Website https://www.sylvamo.com |
Full time employees 6500 | Website https://www.sylvamo.com | ||
Sylvamo Corporation produces and markets uncoated freesheet for cutsize, offset paper, and pulp in Europe, Latin America, and North America. The company offers copy, tinted, and colored laser printing paper under REY Adagio and Pro-Design brands; and graphic and high-speed inkjet printing papers under the brand Jetstar; and produces paper used for office printing, business forms, digital printing, offset for printing books, and others, as well as products under the Multicopy brand names. It also supplies uncoated freesheet paper under Chamex, Chamequinho and Chambril brands. In addition, the company provides imaging, commercial printing, and converting papers; copy paper for use in copiers, desktop and laser printers and digital imaging; and uncoated papers under Hammermill, Springhill, Williamsburg, Accent, DRM and Postmark brand names. Further, it operates integrated mills and non-integrated mills. It distributes its products to end users and converters through including retail, merchants, e-commerce, agents, resellers, and paper distributors. The company was founded in 1898 and is based in Memphis, Tennessee.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.