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CLW Stock Chart & Stats
$21.77
$0.19(1.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$21.77
$0.19(1.13%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$11.73 - $23.59
Previous CloseN/A
Volume29.02K
Average Volume (3M)127.32K
Market Cap
$302.23M
Enterprise Value$530.56M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$95.40M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$361.10M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.88
Next Earnings
Oct 26, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.16Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-3.04
Shares Outstanding16,127,764
10 Day Avg. Volume117,235
30 Day Avg. Volume127,321
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.18
Price to Book (P/B)0.34
Price to Sales (P/S)0.18
P/FCF Ratio-3.68K
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.76
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.35
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit21.48
Enterprise Value/Ebitda50.05
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$22.00Price Target Upside1.06% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)-3.34
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.49B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Shipment GrowthImproving shipment volumes indicate strengthening demand across Clearwater Paper’s markets and provide operating leverage if production capacity is utilized more fully. Sustained volume growth can support revenue stability, improve fixed-cost absorption, and reinforce customer relationships over the next several quarters.
Structural Cost ReductionThe removal of fixed costs and Cypress Bend restructuring should permanently lower the company’s operating base rather than relying only on favorable pricing. These actions can improve breakeven economics, strengthen margins through the cycle, and support more resilient cash generation when demand or prices soften.
Debt Maturity ExtensionExtending major debt maturities to 2031 reduces near-term refinancing pressure and gives management more time to execute its margin-recovery plan. Consolidating borrowings also improves financial flexibility, helping preserve liquidity for operations, capital spending, and working-capital needs.
Bears Say
Persistent Profitability WeaknessVery thin gross margins and recurring operating and net losses show that current pricing and cost absorption remain inadequate. If profitability does not recover, Clearwater Paper will have less capacity to fund investment internally, rebuild returns on capital, and convert revenue growth into durable earnings.
Pricing Recovery LagThe RISI-linked volume and delayed price pass-through leave results exposed to a prolonged mismatch between market pricing and realized revenue. Even announced increases may not offset earlier declines quickly, limiting near-term margin recovery and making earnings improvement dependent on execution and timing.
Input Cost InflationHigher chemical and transportation costs directly pressure margins in a business already operating with limited profitability. The projected annual impact can absorb a meaningful portion of planned pricing and efficiency gains, increasing the risk that EBITDA recovery remains slower or less durable than management targets.
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CLW FAQ
What was Clearwater Paper Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Clearwater Paper Corp. lowest stock price was $11.73 and its highest was $23.59 in the past 12 months.
What is Clearwater Paper Corp.’s market cap?
Clearwater Paper Corp.’s market cap is $302.23M.
When is Clearwater Paper Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Clearwater Paper Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 26, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were Clearwater Paper Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Clearwater Paper Corp. released its earnings results on Jul 28, 2026. The company reported -$1.75 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$1.49 by -$0.26.
Is Clearwater Paper Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Clearwater Paper Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Clearwater Paper Corp. pay dividends?
Clearwater Paper Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Clearwater Paper Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Clearwater Paper Corp.’s EPS estimate is -0.16.
How many shares outstanding does Clearwater Paper Corp. have?
Clearwater Paper Corp. has 16,127,764 shares outstanding.
What happened to Clearwater Paper Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Clearwater Paper Corp. reported an EPS of -$1.75 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$1.49. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 23.415%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Clearwater Paper Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CLW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Clearwater Paper Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$22.00 (1.06% Upside)
$22.00 (1.06% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CLW Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 11.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-5.20%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-6.13%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-4.22%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Clearwater Paper Corp.
Clearwater Paper Corporation is an enterprise engaged in the manufacturing and supply of bleached paperboards, alongside various tissue products for consumers and parent roll applications, serving both the United States and international markets. Its operations are structured into two distinct divisions: Pulp and Paperboard, and Consumer Products. The Pulp and Paperboard segment delivers a diverse portfolio of items, including folding cartons, liquid packaging, cups, plates, materials for blister and carded packaging, top sheet and commercial printing papers, and softwood pulp. This division also provides tailored processing services such as custom sheeting, slitting, and cutting of paperboard. Its primary customers are packaging and folding carton converters, general merchants, and commercial printing firms. The Consumer Products division offers an extensive selection of household paper goods, encompassing bath tissues, paper towels, facial tissues, and napkins. Furthermore, it provides economical recycled fiber products and tissue solutions designed for commercial or institutional (away-from-home) use. This segment distributes its merchandise to a broad network of retailers and wholesale channels, including major grocery chains, club stores, mass market retailers, and discount outlets. Clearwater Paper Corporation was founded in 2005 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Spokane, Washington.
CLW Company Deck
CLW Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a balanced picture: operational and strategic progress (shipment growth, cost reductions, product launches, reduced net debt, and Q3 positive EBITDA guidance) are positive signs, while near-term profitability was weak (Q2 adjusted EBITDA -$8M and net loss $21M), market pricing carryover and conflict-driven cost inflation remain material headwinds. Management has clear actions and guidance to restore margins, but execution and timing risks (pricing flow-through, refinancing, trade uncertainty) keep the outlook cautious.View all CLW earnings summariesCLW Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Ownership Overview
3.91% Insiders
31.42% Mutual Funds
0.73% Other Institutional Investors
45.80% Public Companies and
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