Is GEF a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, GREIF, INC (GEF) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 38.7/100. It is ranked #2,157 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 10/100, Value 62/100, Momentum 54/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for GEF?

GREIF, INC (GEF) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 38.7 ranks it #2,157 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is GEF in?

GREIF, INC operates in the Industrials sector (Shipping Containers industry) with a market cap of $3.84 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does GEF pay a dividend?

Yes, GEF pays a dividend with a current yield of 3.25%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $32.50 in annual dividend income.

What is GEF's P/E ratio?

GEF has a trailing P/E ratio of 12.05x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is GEF?

GEF's quality factor score is 10/100. Gross margin: 21.4%. ROE: 10.7% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is GEF valued compared to peers?

GEF's value factor score is 62/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 12.1x, EV/EBITDA 8.9x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is GEF's debt level?

GEF's debt-to-equity ratio is 22%. Sector average: 70%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

GEF has a beta of 0.85, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 79/100.

Does GEF have high short interest?

GEF's short interest factor score is 12/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

GEF Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Reduce (Score 38.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
GEF	-0.19%	+4.64%	+3.88%	+3.50%	+37.66%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-0.12%	+1.04%	+3.55%	+3.86%	+8.14%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.75%	+1.57%	-0.29%	-11.07%	+71.20%	-	-	-

Metric	GEF	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	12.1x	-57%
EV/EBITDA	8.9x	+56%
Price / Book	1.3x

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TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.3x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.8x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	21.9x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
GEF GREIF, INC	39	10	62	54	12.1x	10.7%	21.4%	7.3%	-31.6%	22.0x	$3.8B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.3%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.3%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	22.3%	-	-	3.1%	-	-	-	7.2%	5.1%	2.9%	5.7%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%
ROIC %	0.1%	5.6%	1.3%	7.9%	11.4%	13.2%	12.3%	6.8%	8.3%	15.2%	12.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.3%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.3%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

22.3%

3.1%

7.2%

5.1%

2.9%

5.7%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

0.1%

5.6%

1.3%

7.9%

11.4%

13.2%

12.3%

6.8%

8.3%

15.2%

12.9%

Line Item	TTM	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$4.8B	$5.4B	$5.2B	$6.3B	$5.6B	$4.5B	$4.6B	$3.9B	$3.6B	$3.3B	$3.6B
	—	—	$4.1B	$5.1B	$4.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.0B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.3B	$1.1B	$915M	$960M	$789M	$715M	$685M	$670M
Gross Margin	21.4%	19.7%	22.0%	20.2%	19.7%	20.3%	20.9%	20.4%	19.6%	20.6%	18.5%
	—	—	$549M	$581M	$566M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$261M	—	—	—	$243M	$206M	$127M	$121M	$128M	$135M
Total Operating Expenses	—	—	$541M	$664M	$508M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$508M	$465M	$606M	$621M	$585M	$305M	$399M	$371M	$300M	$226M	$193M
EBIT	$508M	$465M	$606M	$621M	$585M	$305M	$399M	$371M	$300M	$226M	$193M
EBITDA	$508M	$716M	$606M	$621M	$585M	$544M	$603M	$478M	$381M	$344M	$324M
Operating Margin	11.4%	8.5%	11.6%	9.8%	10.5%	6.8%	8.7%	9.6%	8.2%	6.8%	5.3%
EBITDA Margin	10.6%	13.1%	11.6%	9.8%	10.5%	12.1%	13.1%	12.3%	10.5%	10.4%	9.0%
	—	$0	—	—	—	$0	$22M	—	—	—	—
	—	—	$495M	$526M	$479M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$27M	$118M	$137M	$70M	$63M	$71M	$73M	$67M	$67M	$48M
	$319M	$296M	$379M	$394M	$413M	$124M	$194M	$230M	$135M	$76M	$67M
Net Margin	7.3%	5.4%	7.3%	6.2%	7.4%	2.8%	4.2%	5.9%	3.7%	2.3%	1.9%
	-	$11.64	-	-	-	$4.57	$7.22	-	-	-	-
Diluted EPS	-	$11.64	-	-	-	$4.57	$7.22	-	-	-	-

Line Item

TTM

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$4.8B

$5.4B

$5.2B

$6.3B

$5.6B

$4.5B

$4.6B

$3.9B

$3.6B

$3.3B

$3.6B

—

$4.1B

$5.1B

$4.5B

—

$1.0B

$1.1B

$1.3B

$1.1B

$915M

$960M

$789M

$715M

$685M

$670M

Gross Margin

21.4%

19.7%

22.0%

20.2%

19.7%

20.3%

20.9%

20.4%

19.6%

20.6%

18.5%

—

$549M

$581M

$566M

—

Depreciation

—

$261M

—

$243M

$206M

$127M

$121M

$128M

$135M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$541M

$664M

$508M

—

$508M

$465M

$606M

$621M

$585M

$305M

$399M

$371M

$300M

$226M

$193M

EBIT

$508M

$465M

$606M

$621M

$585M

$305M

$399M

$371M

$300M

$226M

$193M

EBITDA

$508M

$716M

$606M

$621M

$585M

$544M

$603M

$478M

$381M

$344M

$324M

Operating Margin

11.4%

8.5%

11.6%

9.8%

10.5%

6.8%

8.7%

9.6%

8.2%

6.8%

5.3%

EBITDA Margin

10.6%

13.1%

11.6%

9.8%

10.5%

12.1%

13.1%

12.3%

10.5%

10.4%

9.0%

—

$22M

—

$495M

$526M

$479M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$27M

$118M

$137M

$70M

$63M

$71M

$73M

$67M

$48M

$319M

$296M

$379M

$394M

$413M

$124M

$194M

$230M

$135M

$76M

$67M

Net Margin

7.3%

5.4%

7.3%

6.2%

7.4%

2.8%

4.2%

5.9%

3.7%

2.3%

1.9%

$11.64

$4.57

$7.22

Diluted EPS

$11.64

$4.57

$7.22

GREIF, INC (GEF) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does GREIF, INC Do?

Greif, Inc. engages in the production and sale of industrial packaging products and services worldwide. It operates in three segments: Global Industrial Packaging; Paper Packaging & Services; and Land Management. The Global Industrial Packaging segment produces and sells industrial packaging products, including steel, fiber, and plastic drums; rigid and flexible intermediate bulk containers; closure systems for industrial packaging products; transit protection products; water bottles, and remanufactured and reconditioned industrial containers; and various services, such as container life cycle management, filling, logistics, warehousing, and other packaging services to chemicals, paints and pigments, food and beverage, petroleum, industrial coatings, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, mineral product, and other industries. This segment also offers flexible intermediate bulk containers and related services to the agriculture, construction, and food industries. The Paper Packaging & Services segment produces and sells containerboards, corrugated sheets and containers, and other corrugated and specialty products to customers in the packaging, automotive, food, and building products markets; and produces and sells coated and uncoated recycled paperboard, and recycled fiber. This segment's corrugated container products are used to ship various products, such as home appliances, small machinery, grocery products, automotive components, books, and furniture, as well as various other applications. The Land Management segment engages in harvesting and regeneration of timber properties; and sale of timberland and special use properties. As of October 31, 2021, this segment owned approximately 175,000 acres of timber properties in the southeastern United States. The company was formerly known as Greif Bros. Corporation and changed its name to Greif, Inc. in 2001. Greif, Inc. was founded in 1877 and is headquartered in Delaware, Ohio. GREIF, INC (GEF) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Shipping Containers industry. The company is led by CEO Ole G. Rosgaard and employs approximately 12,000 people, headquartered in Delaware, Ohio. With a market capitalization of $3.8B, GEF is one of the notable companies in the Industrials sector.

GREIF, INC (GEF) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, GREIF, INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 38.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.GEF ranks #2,157 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, GREIF, INC ranks #341 of 752 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

GEF Stock Price and 52-Week Range

GREIF, INC (GEF) currently trades at $70.12. The stock lost $0.08 (0.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for GEF is $77.14, which means the stock is currently trading -9.1% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $48.23, putting the stock 45.4% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 94K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is GEF Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

GREIF, INC (GEF) carries a value factor score of 62/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 12.05x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a discount of 57%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.29x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.80x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, GEF trades at 8.86x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Overall, GEF's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

GREIF, INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

GREIF, INC (GEF) earns a quality factor score of 10/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 10.7%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 5.8% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, GREIF, INC reports gross margins of 21.4%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 11.4% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 7.3%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at -31.6% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

GEF Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

GREIF, INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 22.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 1.23x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $655M.

GEF has a beta of 0.85, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for GREIF, INC is 79/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

GREIF, INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, GREIF, INC reported revenue of $4.78B. Net income for the quarter was $319M. Gross margin was 21.4%. Operating income came in at $508M.

In Q1 2026, GREIF, INC reported revenue of $995M. Net income for the quarter was $181M. Gross margin was 20.4%. Revenue grew -21.4% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $257M.

In Q3 2025, GREIF, INC reported revenue of $1.13B. Net income for the quarter was $69M. Gross margin was 22.7%. Revenue grew -22.0% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $73M.

In Q2 2025, GREIF, INC reported revenue of $1.39B. Net income for the quarter was $55M. Gross margin was 23.1%. Revenue grew 1.1% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $119M.

Over the past 8 quarters, GREIF, INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $1.37B to $4.78B. Investors analyzing GEF stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

GEF Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

GREIF, INC (GEF) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in GEF stock would generate approximately $$325.00 in annual dividend income. The net margin of 7.3% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

GEF Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

GREIF, INC (GEF) has a momentum factor score of 54/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 38/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 12/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

GEF vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, GREIF, INC (GEF) ranks #341 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places GEF in the upper half of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing GEF against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full GEF vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how GREIF, INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

GEF Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for GREIF, INC (GEF) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy GEF? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for GREIF, INC suggests caution. The quality score of 10/100 flags below-average profitability. The value score of 62/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Low volatility (stability score 79/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, GREIF, INC (GEF) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 38.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on GEF stock.

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