Clearwater Paper Corporation

NYSE:CLW Stock Report

Market Cap: US$282.4m

Clearwater Paper Future Growth

Future criteria checks 0/6

Clearwater Paper is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 105.7% and 1.5% per annum respectively while EPS is expected to grow by 105.8% per annum.

Key information

105.7%

Earnings growth rate

105.83%

EPS growth rate

Forestry earnings growth52.6%
Revenue growth rate1.5%
Future return on equityn/a
Analyst coverage

Low

Last updated29 Jul 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Jul 04

Clearwater Paper: Asset Value Provides Downside Protection Despite Near-Term Earnings Headwinds

Summary Applying conservative recovery assumptions to the Q1 2026 balance sheet results in an adjusted equity liquidation value of $376 million, implying meaningful downside protection. Q1 EBITDA came in slightly above expectations despite weather disruptions. Lower industry supply, declining FBB imports, announced price increases, and improving utilization rates should gradually support margins. Augusta integration, uncertain insurance claims related to the acquisition, commodity cost inflation, and the absence of full-year EBITDA guidance continue to limit visibility. Nevertheless, we believe the current valuation more than compensates investors for these risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative Jul 03

Tight Industry Supply And Cost Pressures Will Shape A Cautious Long-Term Outlook

Catalysts About Clearwater Paper Clearwater Paper produces bleached paperboard products used in folding cartons, foodservice packaging and related applications across North America. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Analysis Article Jan 09

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Clearwater Paper Corporation's (NYSE:CLW) P/S

It's not a stretch to say that Clearwater Paper Corporation's ( NYSE:CLW ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.2x...
Analysis Article Nov 21

Is Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Using Debt Sensibly?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article Aug 16

With A 26% Price Drop For Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) You'll Still Get What You Pay For

NYSE:CLW 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Clearwater Paper's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...
Analysis Article May 01

Clearwater Paper Corporation's (NYSE:CLW) Popularity With Investors Is Clear

It's not a stretch to say that Clearwater Paper Corporation's ( NYSE:CLW ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.3x...
Analysis Article Feb 15

Does Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha Feb 14

A Strong Quarter For Clearwater Paper, But I'm Not Convinced

Summary Clearwater Paper Corporation has shown strong Q4 performance, beating Wall Street forecasts with significant EPS and revenue growth amidst a strategic overhaul. Despite high debt and declining EBITDA, Clearwater's cost-cutting measures and focus on paperboard manufacturing position it for potential long-term growth. Market conditions are stabilizing, with projected demand increases and a strategic divestment of the tissue business improving Clearwater's financial flexibility. However, risks include high debt, earnings misses, and macroeconomic uncertainties, leading to a cautious “Hold” rating for CLW stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 21

Positive Sentiment Still Eludes Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) Following 35% Share Price Slump

Clearwater Paper Corporation ( NYSE:CLW ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...
Seeking Alpha Aug 11

Clearwater Paper: Not All Is Clear

Summary Clearwater Paper underwent a major transformation with a substantial acquisition and divestment. The company experienced a dramatic shortfall in second-quarter results, leading to a significant drop in share value. Uncertainty and debt overhang remain until the pending sale of the tissue business closes, impacting the company's financial performance and future prospects. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jul 23

Clearwater Paper: An Impressive Transformation At A Solid Price

Summary Clearwater Paper Corporation has focused on its paperboard business earlier this year after it doubled down on these activities earlier this year. The company announced a >$1 billion deal to sell its tissue business to Sofidel, reducing net debt to around $300 million. Pro forma P&L suggests potential for upside in shares, with earnings power looking solid and leverage being modest. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha May 24

Clearwater Paper: Margin Improvement And Growing Preference For Sustainable Packaging

Summary CLW is a major manufacturer of bleached paperboard and at-home tissue products. The firm has experienced volatile revenue growth over the past few years, but has consistently expanded its profitability margins. It is well-positioned for long-term growth due to the growing preference for recycled-based packaging. The acquisition of Augusta will add significant scale and growth capacity to CLW. Additionally, it is expected to bring in adjusted EBITDA of $140-$150 million by 2026. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article May 22

Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 29%

The Clearwater Paper Corporation ( NYSE:CLW ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent...
Analysis Article May 01

These 4 Measures Indicate That Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Seeking Alpha Mar 08

Clearwater Paper: Bolt Moves

Summary Clearwater Paper Corporation is doubling its focus on paperboard and looking to exit the tissue business. The company is a top 5 manufacturer of paperboard and serves a range of end markets. Clearwater Paper recently announced a $700 million deal to acquire a bleached paperboard manufacturing facility, to double down on its activities in this market. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Dec 30

Clearwater Paper: Moving To The Sidelines

Summary Clearwater Paper's target price and rating have been lowered due to a lack of catalyst. We see the company between a rock and a hard place with limited growth optionality vs. CAPEX maintenance. Lower multiple due to smaller size and historical operational issues. We reset Clearwater's expectations with a neutral rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Nov 11

Clearwater Paper: Improved Balance Sheet But Headwinds In Paperboard

Summary Clearwater Paper reported higher year over year adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net income per diluted share for Q3 2023. The company's Pulp and Paperboard business will face headwinds, given RISI reported an $80 per ton decrease in folding carton prices in the third quarter. Given its debt repayment efforts in the past few years, Clearwater Paper has reached a leverage ratio where debt repayment is less urgent. Management has not indicated they plan on increasing capital returns substantially with the more flexible free cash flow, however. Although the company's free cash flow yield in terms of EV is relatively attractive in a low interest rate world, the yield isn't super attractive given the current higher interest rate environment. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Oct 07

Clearwater Paper: Set To Benefit From Industry Tailwinds

Summary Clearwater Paper Corporation has historically been an average to below average business with low and volatile returns on invested capital. The company's low returns on invested capital are due to the capital intensive and competitive nature of the packaging product and tissue product industries. However the current supply/demand dynamics in these industries are favorable for Clearwater and may lead to solid earnings growth over the next 12-18 months. I am initiating coverage with a $50 price target and a buy rating based on my estimate of 2024 EBITDA, and my estimate of Clearwater's future cash flows. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 03

Why Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) Could Be Worth Watching

Clearwater Paper Corporation ( NYSE:CLW ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...
Seeking Alpha Jul 14

Clearwater Paper: Buy The Shares For Capital Gains, Bonds For 7% Yield

Summary Clearwater Paper will do very well this year as there is virtually no maintenance downtime planned. I expect a free cash flow of $6.50 per share based on a $250M EBITDA. Even if the EBITDA drops to $200M in 2024, the FCF/share should exceed $4. Clearwater doesn't pay a dividend. But its 2028 bonds are yielding 7% so an investor could consider a combination of both securities. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jun 09

Is Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Using Too Much Debt?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article Feb 10

Why Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) Could Be Worth Watching

While Clearwater Paper Corporation ( NYSE:CLW ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it received a...

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NYSE:CLW - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/20281,557N/A26922
12/31/20271,553-811814
12/31/20261,495-48-15634
6/30/20261,521-8557109N/A
3/31/20261,538-60-5411N/A
12/31/20251,555-53-7612N/A
9/30/20251,556-76-135-28N/A
6/30/20251,550-33-181-46N/A
3/31/20251,503-78-1274N/A
12/31/20241,384-74-5561N/A
9/30/20241,265-5753162N/A
6/30/20241,151-31158234N/A
3/31/202486923188259N/A
12/31/20231,13649117191N/A
9/30/20231,3944580142N/A
6/30/20231,654511368N/A
3/31/20232,1175353100N/A
12/31/20221,19553117150N/A
9/30/20222,04361136165N/A
6/30/20221,95543137168N/A
3/31/20221,835-2469104N/A
12/31/20211,773-285896N/A
9/30/20211,736-1593135N/A
6/30/20211,7424132175N/A
3/31/20211,81779229269N/A
12/31/20201,86977207247N/A
9/30/20201,85157206248N/A
6/30/20201,83924112161N/A
3/31/20201,8111N/A97N/A
12/31/20191,762-6N/A56N/A
9/30/20191,755-195N/A32N/A
6/30/20191,736-150N/A73N/A
3/31/20191,716-143N/A109N/A
12/31/20181,724-144N/A169N/A
9/30/20181,732125N/A148N/A
6/30/20181,73291N/A186N/A
3/31/20181,73092N/A164N/A
12/31/20171,73097N/A179N/A
9/30/20171,71926N/A186N/A
6/30/20171,72826N/A180N/A
3/31/20171,73539N/A169N/A
12/31/20161,73550N/A173N/A
9/30/20161,74152N/A191N/A
6/30/20161,74874N/A168N/A
3/31/20161,75669N/A181N/A
12/31/20151,75256N/A160N/A
9/30/20151,79317N/A145N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: CLW is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.

Earnings vs Market: CLW is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.

High Growth Earnings: CLW is forecast to remain unprofitable over the next 3 years.

Revenue vs Market: CLW's revenue (1.5% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (12.5% per year).

High Growth Revenue: CLW's revenue (1.5% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.


Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts


Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: Insufficient data to determine if CLW's Return on Equity is forecast to be high in 3 years time


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/29 17:13
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/29 00:00
Earnings2026/06/30
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
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  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Clearwater Paper Corporation is covered by 9 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Mark WildeBMO Capital Markets Equity Research
George StaphosBofA Global Research
Steven ChercoverD.A. Davidson & Co.