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Sylvamo Corp (SLVM)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: SLVM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $52.67
1 Year Target Price $52.67
1 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
1 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.24% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.66B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.92 | 1Y Target Price 52.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.92 | 1Y Target Price 52.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 37.14 - 94.90 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.14 - 94.90 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.30% | 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 7.92 | Forward PE 7.41 | Enterprise Value 2508690464 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 |
Enterprise Value 2508690464 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.71 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.99 | Shares Outstanding 40372555 | Shares Floating 33642854 |
Shares Outstanding 40372555 | Shares Floating 33642854 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.06 | Percent Institutions 94.01 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sylvamo Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
Sylvamo Corp. was established as an independent, publicly-traded company on October 1, 2021, following its spin-off from International Paper. It focuses exclusively on paper production.
Core Business Areas
- North America: Produces uncoated freesheet (UFS) papers, primarily used for printing and writing, in North America.
- Latin America: Produces coated and uncoated papers in Latin America.
- Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA): Produces UFS papers in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
Leadership and Structure
Jean-Michel Ribiu00e9ras serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company is structured around regional business units (North America, Latin America, EMEA) and functional departments (Finance, Operations, Sales).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Uncoated Freesheet (UFS) Paper: Primarily used for printing, writing, and converting applications. Market share varies by region but Sylvamo is among the top producers globally. Competitors include Domtar and Resolute Forest Products. Revenue is not broken down by product.
- Coated Paper: Used in commercial printing, including brochures and catalogs, primarily in Latin America. Market share information varies. Competitors include Sappi and Smurfit Kappa. Revenue is not broken down by product.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The paper industry faces challenges from digital substitution, fluctuating raw material costs, and environmental regulations. Demand varies by region, with growth in developing markets offset by declines in developed markets.
Positioning
Sylvamo focuses on being a low-cost producer and leveraging its global scale. Competitive advantages include its integrated supply chain and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global paper and pulp market size was valued at $352.34 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $384.17 billion by 2030. Sylvamo is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its specialized focus and global presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global scale and geographic diversification
- Low-cost production capabilities
- Strong customer relationships
- Focus on operational efficiency
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical paper demand
- Sensitivity to raw material price fluctuations
- Limited product diversification
- High debt due to spin-off
Opportunities
- Growth in emerging markets
- Expanding into specialty paper products
- Acquisitions to consolidate market position
- Focus on sustainable production practices
Threats
- Digital substitution of paper
- Increased competition from low-cost producers
- Rising raw material costs
- Stringent environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IP
- GPM
- PKX
Competitive Landscape
Sylvamo competes on cost, scale, and customer relationships. Its advantages lie in its focused paper business and global reach, while its disadvantages stem from its high debt and exposure to cyclical demand.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is tied to the overall paper market trends and Sylvamo's ability to optimize operations and market share.
Future Projections: Future growth projections rely on analyst estimates and depend on factors like macroeconomic conditions and paper demand trends.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost reduction programs, expansion in emerging markets, and investment in sustainable production technologies.
Summary
Sylvamo Corp. is a significant player in the global paper industry with a focus on operational efficiency and cost management. While it faces challenges from digital substitution and fluctuating raw material prices, its global scale and established customer relationships provide a competitive advantage. Future success depends on capitalizing on growth opportunities in emerging markets and managing its debt burden effectively. Ongoing focus on sustainable practices are also key.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Sylvamo Corp. Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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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