Rayonier Past Earnings Performance
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Rayonier has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 28.5%, while the Specialized REITs industry saw earnings growing at 7.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 0.8% per year. Rayonier's return on equity is 3.3%, and it has net margins of 14%.
Key information
28.50%
Earnings growth rate
26.61%
EPS growth rate
| Specialized REITs Industry Growth | 18.00% |
| Revenue growth rate | 0.81% |
| Return on equity | 3.29% |
| Net Margin | 14.04% |
| Next Earnings Update | 06 May 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
RYN: Synergy Execution And Capital Returns Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Rayonier's updated analyst price target has shifted from $27.00 to $24.00, as analysts weigh higher assumed discount rates against expectations for stronger revenue growth, moderating profit margins, a lower future P/E, and recent Street research that highlights the company's balance sheet, potential synergies, and flexible capital allocation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Rayonier reflects a mix of viewpoints, and the latest price target revision to $24.00 signals a more cautious stance from some on the Street.
RYN: Merger Synergies And Buybacks Will Support Timber Focused Earnings Shift
Analysts have nudged Rayonier's fair value estimate higher by about $0.47 to $32.99, tying the shift to updated views on post merger revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E, along with comfort around the company's balance sheet, potential cost synergies, and flexible capital allocation that could include share repurchases. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Rayonier has centered on how the pending merger and capital allocation choices could influence the stock's risk and reward profile.
RYN: Merger Synergies And Share Repurchases Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised Rayonier's price target to $26, up from the prior $25 level, citing confidence in the company's solid balance sheet, expected cost synergies from the pending merger, and a flexible capital allocation approach that could support meaningful share repurchases over time. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage around Rayonier and its pending merger points to a mixed but constructive setup, with analysts weighing balance sheet strength and potential cost savings against pockets of end market softness.RYN: Post Merger Synergies And Capital Returns Will Drive Future Upside
Narrative Update on Rayonier The updated analyst price target for Rayonier moves slightly higher to $26 from a prior blend around $25 to $27. Analysts point to the company’s solid balance sheet, expected merger synergies, flexible capital allocation and the potential for share repurchases as key supports for this change.RYN: Post Merger Synergies And Capital Returns Will Support Future Upside
The updated analyst price target for Rayonier edges down by about $0.67 per share, as analysts weigh a stronger profit margin outlook and more moderate revenue expectations against recent target tweaks related to the pending PotlatchDeltic merger, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation flexibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Rayonier reflects a mixed read, with some analysts focusing on balance sheet strength and merger synergies, while others highlight product mix shifts and softer end markets as key watch items for execution and valuation.Rayonier - I Want A Better Price In 2026E
Feb 17RYN: Merger Will Shift Earnings Toward Timber Resilience Despite Pulpwood Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Rayonier to $26 from $28, reflecting slightly softer margin and growth expectations, along with commentary about modestly challenged near term packaging volumes and ongoing pressure in U.S. South pulpwood markets. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Rayonier has centered on the pending merger with PotlatchDeltic and how that combined company might be positioned across timber, lumber and pulpwood markets.RYN: Merger Will Rebalance Cash Flows Toward Packaging Fiber Resilience
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Rayonier to $26 from $28, citing slightly higher assumed discount rates, modestly weaker revenue and margin inputs, and ongoing pressure in U.S. South pulpwood and related packaging markets. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Rayonier and its pending merger partner points to a mixed backdrop, but there are some clear positives emerging in the story that matter if you are focused on long term value and execution.RYN: Merger Will Shift Earnings Toward Resilient Packaging Fiber Demand
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their Rayonier fair value estimate from about US$37.67 to roughly US$32.52, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, profitability and future P/E multiples, along with more cautious views on lumber exposure and near term pulpwood and packaging demand. Analyst Commentary Street research around Rayonier right now is mixed, with some caution on near term pulpwood and packaging demand but also a clear focus on how the business mix could look after the PotlatchDeltic merger and how packaging trends might support earnings power over time.RYN: Special Dividend And Buybacks Will Drive Attractive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on Rayonier to approximately 27.83 dollars from about 28.17 dollars, citing marginally lower long term growth expectations, partly offset by modest improvements in projected profitability and valuation multiples. What's in the News Rayonier declared a one time special dividend of 1.40 dollars per share, payable on December 12, 2025 to shareholders of record on October 24, 2025, in connection with a merger agreement with PotlatchDeltic Corporation (Key Developments).RYN: Share Buybacks And Special Dividend Will Drive Stronger Upside Ahead
Analysts have nudged their price target on Rayonier slightly lower, trimming fair value by about $0.67 per share to roughly $28.17. They cited modestly softer profit margin expectations and a marginally higher discount rate, which only partially offset slightly improved revenue growth projections.RYN: Share Repurchase And Special Dividend Will Drive Bullish Momentum Into 2025
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Rayonier from $29.33 to $28.83 per share. This adjustment reflects improved profit margin forecasts, while accounting for lower projected revenue and substantial changes in future valuation multiples.RYN: Higher Log Prices Will Drive Upbeat Outlook Into 2025
Analysts have revised Rayonier’s price target upward from $26 to $27, citing higher log price estimates and an improved outlook for 2025. However, they emphasize that the current valuation appears fair.Rayonier Vs. Barrick: Paper Covers Pet Rock
Mar 03Rayonier: Earnings Fall Short, But Divestments Impress
Nov 11
Soaring Costs And Soft Markets Threaten Timber Giant's Margins And Profitability
Deferred harvest activities and softer market conditions in the Timber segments could negatively impact near-term revenue and adjusted EBITDA.Rayonier: Look Past Q2 Results Miss
Aug 13Rayonier: Staying Bullish On Asset Monetization Plan And Financial Outlook
May 22Rayonier: Favorable Takeaways From Latest Investor Events
Mar 08Rayonier: Positive On Recent Corporate Actions (Rating Upgrade)
Dec 13Rayonier: Expect Financial Performance To Start Improving
Sep 13Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Rayonier 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 484 | 68 | 67 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 1,293 | 391 | 73 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 1,240 | 369 | 74 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,233 | 359 | 78 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 988 | 331 | 80 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 805 | 137 | 80 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 882 | 136 | 81 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 992 | 160 | 79 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 788 | 154 | 77 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 835 | 80 | 70 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 829 | 81 | 68 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 866 | 86 | 66 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 925 | 107 | 64 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 926 | 83 | 65 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,095 | 138 | 61 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,140 | 171 | 58 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,110 | 153 | 57 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,053 | 154 | 55 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 887 | 78 | 57 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 791 | 22 | 55 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 859 | 37 | 51 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 832 | 43 | 48 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 790 | 43 | 44 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 779 | 60 | 42 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 712 | 59 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 699 | 51 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 743 | 75 | 42 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 804 | 92 | 43 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 816 | 102 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 890 | 164 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 873 | 166 | 41 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 828 | 156 | 40 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 820 | 152 | 40 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 828 | 133 | 41 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 815 | 148 | 42 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 876 | 231 | 43 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 816 | 212 | 45 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 705 | 174 | 43 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 685 | 154 | 43 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 539 | 43 | 45 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 569 | 46 | 46 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 555 | 44 | 46 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 553 | 57 | 44 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: RYN has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: RYN's current net profit margins (14%) are lower than last year (33.5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: RYN's earnings have grown significantly by 28.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: RYN's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: RYN had negative earnings growth (-79.4%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Specialized REITs industry average (5.8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: RYN's Return on Equity (3.3%) is considered low.
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 | 2026/05/03 01:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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
Rayonier Inc. is covered by 14 analysts. 5 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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| Peter Ruschmeier | Barclays |
| Ketan Mamtora | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| John Babcock | BofA Global Research |