West Fraser Timber Past Earnings Performance
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West Fraser Timber's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -69.8%, while the Forestry industry saw earnings declining at 14.7% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 12.5% per year.
Key information
-69.77%
Earnings growth rate
-70.96%
EPS growth rate
| Forestry Industry Growth | 30.54% |
| Revenue growth rate | -12.47% |
| Return on equity | -20.70% |
| Net Margin | -21.87% |
| Last Earnings Update | 03 Apr 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • Jun 18
West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG) Stock Could Be 5.5% Undervalued After Dividend And Breakout
Dividend affirmation and technical breakout draw fresh attention West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG) has caught investor attention after a declared quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share and a recent technical breakout above resistance, together pointing to shifting sentiment toward the stock. The dividend, payable on July 13, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 25, 2026, offers investors a defined cash return schedule. The chart move has highlighted West Fraser Timber shares for traders...
Narrative Update • Jun 06
WFG: Sustainability Progress And Fibre Security Will Support Future Share Price Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on West Fraser Timber by about CA$1 to CA$105. This reflects slightly different assumptions on fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples following recent research updates from several firms.Narrative Update • Apr 23
WFG: New Buyback Authorization Will Support Future Share Price Upside
Analysts have reduced their average price target on West Fraser Timber by about CA$2.48, citing recent downgrades and target cuts that reflect slightly higher discount rates and marginally lower assumed future P/E multiples in their models. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on West Fraser Timber has focused on recalibrating expectations, with commentators updating models to reflect higher discount rates and slightly lower assumed future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Apr 09
WFG: Rating Upgrade And New Buyback Plan Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on West Fraser Timber, supported by a higher CA$ fair value estimate based on slightly adjusted assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on West Fraser Timber, reflected in an upgraded rating and a higher fair value estimate that feeds directly into the revised price target.Narrative Update • Mar 26
WFG: Upgrade And Buyback Plan Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their assumptions on the discount rate, long term revenue growth, margin profile and future P/E for West Fraser Timber, leading to a refreshed price target of about CA$108.74, which you can use as a reference point for your own valuation work. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the recent upgrade as a signal that execution expectations have improved, which supports the refreshed price target of about CA$108.74 as a reasonable reference point for your own models.Narrative Update • Mar 09
WFG: Upgraded Outlook And Impairment Test Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on West Fraser Timber to about CA$109 from roughly CA$110. This reflects slightly more cautious assumptions on fair value, revenue growth and profit margins, partly offset by a modestly higher expected future P/E multiple following the recent upgrade in Street research coverage.Narrative Update • Feb 23
WFG: Impairment Charge And Upgraded Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target on West Fraser Timber from about CA$107.92 to roughly CA$110.49, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, a slightly lower discount rate, and recent positive research attention on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research attention on West Fraser Timber has focused on how updated assumptions feed into the company’s valuation, with some analysts taking a more constructive view on the risk and reward profile.Narrative Update • Feb 09
WFG: Impairment And Upgraded Expectations Will Shape Future Earnings Resilience
Analysts have raised their price target on West Fraser Timber to US$107.92 from US$103.73, citing updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts link the higher US$107.92 price target to updated assumptions around revenue growth and profit margins, which they view as better aligned with the company’s current execution.Narrative Update • Jan 26
WFG: Mill Closures And Impairment Will Shape Future Earnings Resilience
Narrative Update: West Fraser Timber Analysts have nudged their price target for West Fraser Timber higher to reflect modest tweaks to the discount rate and long term assumptions, while keeping fair value broadly aligned with updated expectations for a slightly richer future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around West Fraser Timber has been relatively limited in detail, but the latest upgrade suggests shifting sentiment among some coverage.Narrative Update • Jan 12
WFG: Mill Closures And Buybacks Will Support Future Margin Resilience
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for West Fraser Timber at approximately $104. The updated price target reflects a slightly higher discount rate and marginally lower assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E.Narrative Update • Dec 23
WFG: Mill Closures And Buybacks Will Drive Stronger Margins Ahead
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on West Fraser Timber, trimming fair value expectations by about $9 per share as slightly softer revenue growth and valuation assumptions more than offset a small improvement in projected profit margins. Analyst Commentary Analyst sentiment on West Fraser Timber remains mixed, with recent target cuts driven more by valuation discipline than a sharp change in the fundamental outlook.Narrative Update • Dec 09
WFG: Mill Closures And Buybacks Will Support Stronger Margins Ahead
Analysts have reduced their price target on West Fraser Timber by C$3 to C$119, citing a modestly higher discount rate and slightly richer forward valuation assumptions, while maintaining a positive long term outlook on earnings growth and margins. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary on West Fraser Timber reflects a generally constructive stance on the company, even as some expectations are tempered to reflect a more balanced risk reward profile.Narrative Update • Nov 25
WFG: Operational Shifts And Buybacks Will Drive Medium-Term Performance
Analysts have trimmed their price target for West Fraser Timber to C$119 from C$122, citing reassessments of future earnings expectations and valuation considerations. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates highlight both optimism and caution surrounding West Fraser Timber's outlook, particularly as it relates to the company’s valuation, expected earnings performance, and market positioning.Narrative Update • Nov 06
WFG: Operational Strength And Buybacks Will Support Resilient Margin Performance
West Fraser Timber's analyst price target was lowered from C$122 to C$119. This reflects a modest shift as analysts cite updated margin expectations and slight adjustments to valuation assumptions.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Adjust West Fraser Timber Price Targets Amid Earnings Concerns and Updated Valuation Metrics
Analysts have lowered their price target for West Fraser Timber, citing a reduction from C$122 to C$119 and from $98 to $96. This adjustment comes as a response to recent earnings quality concerns, despite the company’s resilient sector position.Analysis Article • Sep 27
Is West Fraser Timber (TSE:WFG) Using Too Much Debt?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Aug 31
Estimating The Fair Value Of West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSE:WFG)
Key Insights West Fraser Timber's estimated fair value is CA$113 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...New Narrative • May 09
Improved SPF Demand And Operating Efficiencies Will Drive Future Progress
Improved SPF demand and pricing boost lumber segment performance, enhancing revenues and net margins.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How West Fraser Timber makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Apr 26 | 5,337 | -1,167 | 1,038 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 5,462 | -937 | 1,036 | 0 |
| 26 Sep 25 | 5,702 | -248 | 1,039 | 0 |
| 27 Jun 25 | 5,832 | -126 | 1,065 | 0 |
| 28 Mar 25 | 6,006 | 2 | 1,072 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 6,174 | -5 | 1,114 | 0 |
| 27 Sep 24 | 6,283 | -96 | 1,171 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 24 | 6,551 | 145 | 1,178 | 0 |
| 29 Mar 24 | 6,454 | -90 | 1,213 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 6,454 | -167 | 1,225 | 0 |
| 29 Sep 23 | 6,556 | -107 | 1,235 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 6,939 | -50 | 1,293 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 8,218 | 843 | 1,341 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 9,701 | 1,975 | 1,339 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 10,123 | 2,402 | 1,331 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 10,393 | 2,646 | 1,285 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 11,285 | 3,372 | 1,250 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 10,518 | 2,947 | 1,206 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 9,774 | 2,895 | 1,102 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 8,684 | 2,697 | 985 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 5,826 | 1,244 | 825 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 4,373 | 588 | 732 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,926 | 274 | 700 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,516 | -20 | 678 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,455 | -93 | 672 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,756 | -116 | 722 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 3,791 | -60 | 720 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 4,183 | 156 | 749 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 4,486 | 455 | 747 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,482 | 593 | 717 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 4,815 | 765 | 752 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 4,428 | 662 | 705 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 4,116 | 519 | 687 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 4,084 | 474 | 707 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 3,899 | 375 | 706 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 3,681 | 351 | 677 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 3,430 | 306 | 618 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 3,314 | 243 | 601 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 3,321 | 177 | 621 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 3,270 | 139 | 571 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 3,210 | 75 | 600 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 2,955 | 75 | 550 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 3,024 | 121 | 549 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 3,236 | 141 | 634 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: WFG is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: WFG is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: WFG is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 69.8% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare WFG's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: WFG is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Forestry industry (-4.6%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: WFG has a negative Return on Equity (-20.7%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/19 11:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/19 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/03 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. is covered by 13 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Ketan Mamtora | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Hamir Patel | CIBC Capital Markets |
| Pierre Lacroix | Desjardins Securities Inc. |