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Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/04/2025: RYAM (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.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Below Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -66.25% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 332.42M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 578409 | Beta 2.86 | 52 Weeks Range 3.71 - 10.28 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.71 - 10.28 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.64 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -2.38% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.9% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.41% | Return on Equity (TTM) -5.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 45.25 | Enterprise Value 937024889 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 |
Enterprise Value 937024889 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.57 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.39 | Shares Outstanding 66751800 | Shares Floating 56651698 |
Shares Outstanding 66751800 | Shares Floating 56651698 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.49 | Percent Institutions 78.88 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 12.5 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Rayonier Advanced Materials
Company Overview
History and Background
Rayonier Advanced Materials was founded in 1926 as Rainier Pulp and Paper Company. It evolved into a leading producer of high-purity cellulose specialties, offering a range of products for various industrial applications. In 2014, it was spun off from Rayonier Inc.
Core Business Areas
- High Purity Cellulose Specialties: Produces cellulose specialties used in various applications, including filters, pharmaceuticals, food, and electronics. These cellulose-based products are tailored to meet the specific requirements of customers in regulated industries and consumer markets.
- Paperboard and High-Yield Pulp: Manufactures paperboard and high-yield pulp. This segment serves the packaging, publishing, and printing markets.
- High-Value Forestry Assets: Owns and manages timberlands, selling timber and fiber to mills, offering sustainable forestry practices and products.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other executive positions overseeing various departments such as operations, sales, and marketing. The organizational structure is hierarchical with functional departments reporting to senior management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cellulose Specialties: High-purity cellulose used in applications such as filters, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. RAM's market share varies by specific application. Competitors include Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) and Sappi.
- Paperboard: Paperboard for packaging, publishing, and printing. Market share fluctuates. Competitors are WestRock (WRK) and International Paper (IP).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The cellulose specialties market is driven by demand for high-purity materials in pharmaceuticals, electronics, and other specialized applications. The paperboard market is influenced by packaging and printing trends.
Positioning
Rayonier Advanced Materials is a key player in the cellulose specialties market, focusing on high-purity products for demanding applications. They are a smaller player in the paperboard market
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total market value for cellulose specialties and paperboard is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Rayonier Advanced Materials holds a portion of this TAM, competing with larger companies in both segments.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized product offerings
- Established customer relationships
- Technical expertise in cellulose chemistry
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Sensitivity to raw material prices
- Fluctuating demand in specific markets
Opportunities
- Expansion into new applications for cellulose specialties
- Strategic partnerships for technology development
- Growth in emerging markets
Threats
- Increased competition from lower-cost producers
- Economic downturn impacting demand
- Changes in regulations affecting product standards
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)
- International Paper (IP)
- WestRock (WRK)
- Sappi (SAP)
Competitive Landscape
Rayonier Advanced Materials competes with larger, more diversified companies. Their focus on high-purity cellulose specialties differentiates them, but they face challenges related to scale and financial resources.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been slow and marked by cyclical patterns.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary, but generally project modest revenue growth in the coming years, driven by demand in specialized applications.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost reduction programs, expansion into new markets, and strategic investments in research and development.
Summary
Rayonier Advanced Materials is a specialized producer of cellulose products, mainly in the cellulose and paperboard markets. High debt and sensitivity to cyclical markets pose risks. Growth will depend on expanding into new markets and managing raw material prices, making the company's success contingent on its ability to navigate financial and market challenges.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC)
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Data is based on available information as of the current date and is 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 Rayonier Advanced Materials
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Jacksonville, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-06-16 | CEO - | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Chemicals | Full time employees 2350 | Website https://ryam.com |
Full time employees 2350 | Website https://ryam.com | ||
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. manufactures and sells cellulose specialty products in the United States, China, Europe, Japan, rest of Asia, Canada, Latin America, and internationally. It operates through High Purity Cellulose, Paperboard, and High-Yield Pulp segments. The company's products include cellulose specialties, which are natural polymers that are used as raw materials to manufacture a range of consumer-oriented products, such as liquid crystal displays, impact-resistant plastics, thickeners for food products, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, cigarette filters, high-tenacity rayon tire cords and industrial hoses, food casings, paints, and lacquers. It also offers commodity products, such as commodity viscose used in woven applications, including rayon textiles for clothing and other fabrics, as well as in non-woven applications comprising baby wipes, cosmetic and personal wipes, industrial wipes, and mattress ticking; and absorbent materials consisting of fluff that are used as an absorbent medium in disposable baby diapers, feminine hygiene products, incontinence pads, convalescent bed pads, industrial towels and wipes, and non-woven fabrics. In addition, the company provides paperboards for packaging, printing documents, brochures, promotional materials, paperback books and catalog covers, file folders, tags, and lottery tickets; and high-yield pulps to produces hardwood aspen, maple, and birch species for paperboard, packaging, printing and writing papers, and various other paper products. Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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