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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#1808
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Business Supplies
$613M
Julie A. Schertell
Mativ Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides engineered solutions and advanced materials for various industries worldwide. The company was formerly known as Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. and changed its name to Mativ Holdings, Inc. in July 2022. Mativ Holdings, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia.
Headcount
7.5K
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = MATV ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MATV Mativ Holdings, Inc. | 51 | 56 | 76 | 53 | - | 26.1x | -115.5% | -22.9% | 18.2% | -20.1% | -23.6% | -1.9% | 3.6% | 263.0x | $613M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
Mativ Holdings, Inc. (MATV) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 51.3/100. It ranks #1808 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 3-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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HQ Base
Alpharetta, Georgia
In-line with peers — no strong momentum signal
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
Average quality profile
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
No analyst ratings for MATV.
View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 56 | 53 | +3NEUTRAL |
| MOMENTUM | 53 | 50 | +3NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 76 | 79 | -3NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 30 | 38 | -8DRAG |
| STABILITY | 37 | 25 | +12ALPHA |
| SHORT INT | 48 | 46 | +2NEUTRAL |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROIC 1.3% vs WACC 4.5% (spread -3.1%)
GM 18% vs sector 44%, OM -20% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover 0.54x, R&D intensity 1.2%
Rev growth -2%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 0.9x, Net debt/EBITDA 59.3x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Mativ Holdings, Inc. (MATV) as a Hold with a composite score of 51.3/100 at a current price of $10.84. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
Mativ Holdings, Inc. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 51.3/100 places it at rank #1808 in our full universe.
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Value factor score of 76 suggests attractive pricing.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Leverage of 263% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Mativ Holdings, Inc. represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns Mativ Holdings, Inc. a Hold rating, with a composite score of 51.3/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #1808 of 7,333 stocks, MATV presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to initiate new positions nor weak enough to warrant selling. Investors already holding may consider maintaining their position while monitoring for changes in the factor profile.
With a quality score of 56/100, MATV shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of -115.5% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 18.2% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -23.6% (sector avg: 1.0%). This suggests the company generates acceptable returns but may lack the competitive positioning or operational efficiency to stand out from peers.
MATV carries a solid value score of 76/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include an EV/EBITDA of 26.10x, a P/B ratio of 1.57x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
Mativ Holdings, Inc.'s investment score of 30/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -1.9% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of -22.9% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
MATV demonstrates moderate momentum with a score of 53/100, suggesting a neutral price trend without strong directional conviction. Revenue growth stands at -1.9% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.61 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Moderate momentum may indicate the stock is consolidating or transitioning between trends, warranting close monitoring of upcoming catalysts.
MATV's stability score of 37/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.61 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 263.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
The short interest score of 48/100 for MATV suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 1.61), elevated leverage (D/E: 263.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. With a $613M market cap (small-cap), Mativ Holdings, Inc. may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
MATV pays a solid dividend yield of 3.6%, contributing an income component to total returns. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a small-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #1808 of 7,333 overall (75th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -115.5% trailing the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of -20.1% below the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While MATV currently exhibits a HOLD profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Key factor gap
Value (76) vs Investment (30) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 128% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 5979% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 59% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Mativ's Q4 results show strong profit growth and record cash flow, despite a slight revenue miss amid soft market demand.
Mativ reported Q2 2025 earnings beating analyst expectations with $0.33 non-GAAP EPS and $525.4 million revenue, representing a 0.3% year-over-year increase. Despite positive cash flow, the company continues to face profitability challenges with a net loss of $9.5 million.
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Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081