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Tredegar Corporation (TG)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: TG (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
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -28.4% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 312.18M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.77 | 52 Weeks Range 4.58 - 9.22 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.58 - 9.22 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.03 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.35% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.51% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.51% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 380144524 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51 |
Enterprise Value 380144524 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.51 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.63 | Shares Outstanding 34803200 | Shares Floating 30683422 |
Shares Outstanding 34803200 | Shares Floating 30683422 | ||
Percent Insiders 23.47 | Percent Institutions 65.23 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Tredegar Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Tredegar Corporation was founded in 1989 as a spin-off from Ethyl Corporation. It has evolved from aluminum extrusions to focus on plastic films and aluminum solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Aluminum Extrusions: Produces soft alloy and medium strength aluminum extrusions serving the transportation, industrial, and building & construction markets. The extrusions are used in a variety of applications from auto parts to commercial windows.
- PE Films: Tredegar Film Products manufactures polyethylene films, polyester films and elastics. These films are typically used in personal care markets.
Leadership and Structure
John Steitz serves as the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing operations and various business unit leaders managing specific segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Aluminum Extrusions for Transportation: Provides aluminum extrusions for automotive and truck components. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but Tredegar is a major player in North America. Competitors include Kaiser Aluminum and Hydro.
- PE Films for Hygiene Products: Supplies polyethylene films for diapers, feminine hygiene products, and adult incontinence products. Specific market share data varies geographically and by application, but Tredegar is a leading global supplier. Competitors include Berry Global and RKW Group.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The plastic films industry is driven by consumer demand for hygiene products, packaging, and industrial applications. The aluminum extrusion market is tied to automotive production, construction activity, and industrial manufacturing. Both markets are subject to cyclicality and raw material price fluctuations.
Positioning
Tredegar is a mid-sized player in both the plastic films and aluminum extrusion markets. Its competitive advantages lie in its technical expertise, focus on specialized applications, and established relationships with key customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM for aluminum extrusions is estimated at $30 billion globally and for plastic films over $150 billion. Tredegar's positioning allows it to capture shares withing its specific niches.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong customer relationships
- Technical expertise in specialized applications
- Diverse product portfolio
- Global presence
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Dependence on raw material prices
- Smaller size compared to major competitors
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Development of sustainable and eco-friendly products
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Increased demand for specialized films and extrusions
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in raw material prices (aluminum, polyethylene)
- Increased competition from low-cost producers
- Changing regulations related to plastics and aluminum
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BLL
- MLI
- AA
Competitive Landscape
Tredegar faces intense competition in both its aluminum extrusion and plastic films businesses. It differentiates itself through specialized products and customer service, but struggles with scale compared to larger players.
Major Acquisitions
Bright View Technologies
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 30
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Bright View Technologies expands Tredegaru2019s optical film capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Cannot provide without current financial data.
Future Projections: Cannot provide without current financial data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on higher-margin products, cost reduction efforts, and investments in new technologies.
Summary
Tredegar Corporation is a mid-sized company operating in cyclical industries. Its strengths lie in specialized products and customer relationships. However, it faces challenges related to raw material prices and competition. Recent acquisitions aim to strengthen its competitive position and increase revenue.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor presentations
- Industry reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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 Tredegar Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Richmond, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1989-06-30 | President, CEO & Director Mr. John M. Steitz | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Metal Fabrication | Full time employees 1500 | Website https://www.tredegar.com |
Full time employees 1500 | Website https://www.tredegar.com | ||
Tredegar Corporation, through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells aluminum extrusions, and polyethylene and polypropylene plastic films in the United States and internationally. It operates through Aluminum Extrusions and PE Films segments. The Aluminum Extrusions segment produces soft and medium strength alloyed, custom fabricated, and finished aluminum extrusions for the building and construction, automotive and transportation, consumer durable goods, machinery and equipment, electrical and renewable energy, and distribution markets; and manufactures mill, machined, anodized and painted and thermally improved aluminum extrusions to fabricators and distributors. This segment also manufactures and sells products, such as flooring trims under the Futura Transitions brand name; and structural aluminum framing systems under the TSLOTS brand name. The PE Films segment produces surface protection films used for protecting components of flat panel and flexible displays that are used in televisions, monitors, notebooks, smart phones, tablets, e-readers, electronic shelf labels, and automobiles under the UltraMask, ForceField, ForceField PEARL, Pearl A, and Obsidian brands. This segment provides polyethylene overwrap for bathroom tissue and paper towels and films for other markets. Tredegar Corporation was incorporated in 1988 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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