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Sylvamo Corp (SLVM)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: SLVM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.86B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.87 | 1Y Target Price 53.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.87 | 1Y Target Price 53.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.88 | 52 Weeks Range 37.52 - 95.87 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.52 - 95.87 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.92% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.2 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-08 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.41 | Actual 0.37 |
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 8.87 | Forward PE 12.15 | Enterprise Value 2553504000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52 |
Enterprise Value 2553504000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.72 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.08 | Shares Outstanding 40372600 | Shares Floating 33642854 |
Shares Outstanding 40372600 | Shares Floating 33642854 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.06 | Percent Institutions 94.03 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sylvamo Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
Sylvamo Corporation was established in 2021 when International Paper spun off its printing papers business. Sylvamo focuses on the production of uncoated freesheet (UFS) papers and pulp.
Core Business Areas
- North America: Manufactures and sells printing and writing papers, including cut-size papers, folio papers, and digital papers, primarily in North America.
- Europe: Manufactures and sells printing and writing papers in Europe.
- Latin America: Manufactures and sells printing and writing papers and pulp in Latin America.
Leadership and Structure
Jean-Michel Ribiu00e9ras is the Chairman and CEO. The company has a functional organizational structure with regional business units.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cut-size Paper: Standard office paper for printing and copying. Sylvamo has a significant market share in North America. Competitors include Domtar and Resolute Forest Products.
- Folio Paper: Larger sheets of paper used for commercial printing. Sylvamo competes with various global paper manufacturers.
- Pulp: Used in papermaking and other applications. Market share varies by region. Competitors include Suzano and Fibria.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The printing and writing paper industry is facing challenges due to the increasing digitalization and shift towards paperless communication. The industry is mature with moderate growth potential, and prices are highly sensitive to changes in demand.
Positioning
Sylvamo is a leading global producer of uncoated freesheet paper. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale, efficient operations, and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global printing and writing paper market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars annually. Sylvamo's positioning allows it to capture a significant portion of this market, especially in key regions such as North America and Latin America.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global scale and efficient operations
- Strong customer relationships
- Established brand reputation
- Diversified geographic presence
Weaknesses
- Dependence on mature and declining markets
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- High capital intensity
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
Opportunities
- Expansion in emerging markets
- Development of value-added paper products
- Strategic acquisitions
- Focus on sustainability and eco-friendly products
Threats
- Increasing digitalization and paperless trends
- Rising raw material costs
- Intense competition
- Regulatory pressures and environmental concerns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IP
- DOM
- RES
Competitive Landscape
Sylvamo benefits from its global scale and operational efficiency. However, competitors such as IP have a broader product portfolio and greater financial resources. Overall Sylvamo is more tightly focused, and potentially more nimble.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been modest due to industry trends. Growth primarily comes from operational efficiency and strategic pricing.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be modest, driven by emerging market expansion and value-added products. Analyst estimates should be consulted for updated forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost optimization programs, strategic investments in key regions, and the development of sustainable paper products.
Summary
Sylvamo, spun off from International Paper, is a significant player in the UFS paper market. The company benefits from its established scale and operations, but faces headwinds from industry digitalization. Strategic initiatives focused on emerging markets and sustainability are key for future growth. It competes effectively but faces pressure from larger, more diversified competitors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice. Actual results may vary.
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.

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