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Western Forest Prod (WEF) Price & Analysis

WEF Stock Chart & Stats

CA$15.44-CA$0.20(-1.28%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
CAD 14CAD 16CAD 184 Aug17 Aug31 Aug14 Sep28 Sep13 Oct26 Oct
Day’s Range
CAD 15.16 - CAD 15.44
52-Week Range
CAD 10.16 - CAD 19.95
Previous Close
CAD 15.64
Volume
20.91K
Average Volume (3M)
28.12K
Market Cap
CAD 163.02M
Enterprise Value
CAD 245.77M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
CAD 4.30M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
CAD 59.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)
―
Beta
0.84
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026
EPS Estimate
-1.32
Next Dividend Ex-Date
N/A
Dividend Yield
N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Kiln Capacity Expansion

Expanded kiln capacity supports a more valuable product mix by increasing the company’s ability to produce kiln-dried lumber across its dryable fiber base. Management expects project returns well above internal hurdles, which could improve cost efficiency and earnings quality over time.

Higher-Value Product Mix

The rising specialty-product share indicates progress toward a less commodity-oriented sales mix. Greater exposure to higher-value lumber can support better realized pricing and margin resilience, while reducing dependence on undifferentiated products when broader lumber markets weaken.

Conservative Balance Sheet

Modest leverage and a sizable equity base provide financial flexibility relative to a more highly indebted forestry business. This supports continued investment and gives management greater capacity to manage cyclical demand, although profitability still needs to improve for the capital base to generate returns.

Bears Say

Persistent Losses And Revenue Decline

Ongoing losses and declining revenue show that operational improvements have not yet translated into durable earnings power. Negative operating profitability limits internal funding capacity and leaves the company more dependent on cost reductions, stronger product mix, or improved market conditions.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Negative free cash flow means the business is not yet self-funding after investment spending, despite a return to positive operating cash flow. Continued cash deficits could constrain discretionary investment and make sustainable balance-sheet improvement dependent on asset proceeds or operating recovery.

Tariff And Shipment Pressure

Higher duties materially weaken export competitiveness and have already coincided with lower shipments and mill curtailments. If these conditions persist, reduced volumes and underutilized facilities could pressure revenue absorption, margins, and the company’s ability to convert capacity investments into profits.

Western Forest Prod News

WEF FAQ

What was Western Forest Prod’s price range in the past 12 months?
Western Forest Prod lowest stock price was C$10.16 and its highest was C$19.95 in the past 12 months.
What is Western Forest Prod’s market cap?
Western Forest Prod’s market cap is C$163.02M.
When is Western Forest Prod’s upcoming earnings report date?
Western Forest Prod’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were Western Forest Prod’s earnings last quarter?
Western Forest Prod released its earnings results on Aug 12, 2026. The company reported C$1.1 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -C$1.047 by C$2.147.
Is Western Forest Prod overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Western Forest Prod’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Western Forest Prod pay dividends?
Western Forest Prod pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.39 which represents an annual dividend yield of ―. See more information on Western Forest Prod dividends here
What is Western Forest Prod’s EPS estimate?
Western Forest Prod’s EPS estimate is -1.32.
How many shares outstanding does Western Forest Prod have?
Western Forest Prod has 10,558,183 shares outstanding.
What happened to Western Forest Prod’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Western Forest Prod reported an EPS of C$1.1 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -C$1.047. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.986%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Western Forest Prod?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:WEF
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