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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#1049
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Business Supplies
$460M
DeLyle W. Bloomquist
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. manufactures and sells cellulose specialty products. The company operates through High Purity Cellulose, Paperboard, and High-Yield Pulp segments. Its products include cellulose specialties, which are natural polymers that are used as raw materials to manufacture a range of consumer-oriented products.
Headcount
2.5K
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = RYAM 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 | |
$RYAM RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. | 57 | 49 | 75 | 65 | - | 13.3x | -127.8% | -24.1% | 8.6% | -1.5% | -31.3% | -15.8% | 0.0% | 431.0x | $460M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. (RYAM) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 56.8/100. It ranks #1049 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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Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
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.
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View All RatingsROIC 1.1% vs WACC 5.3% (spread -4.3%)
GM 9% vs sector 44%, OM -2% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover 0.49x
Rev growth -16%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 0.4x, Net debt/EBITDA 73.6x
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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 RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. (RYAM) as a Hold with a composite score of 56.8/100 at a current price of $7.17. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS 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 56.8/100 places it at rank #1049 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at -16% and momentum in the 65th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Value factor score of 75 suggests attractive pricing.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Leverage of 431% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. a Hold rating, with a composite score of 56.8/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #1049 of 7,333 stocks, RYAM 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 49/100, RYAM shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of -127.8% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 8.6% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -31.3% (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.
RYAM carries a solid value score of 75/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include an EV/EBITDA of 13.35x, a P/B ratio of 1.54x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC.'s investment score of 34/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -15.8% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of -24.1% (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.
RYAM demonstrates moderate momentum with a score of 65/100, suggesting a neutral price trend without strong directional conviction. Revenue growth stands at -15.8% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.31 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.
With a stability score of 54/100, RYAM exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.31 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 431.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
RYAM carries a short interest score of 73/100, indicating moderate short selling activity. This is a neutral reading — not enough to signal systemic bearishness, but worth monitoring. Specific risk factors include above-average market sensitivity (beta: 1.31), elevated leverage (D/E: 431.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. At $460M market cap (small-cap), RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. offers reasonable institutional liquidity.
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC. is a small-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #1049 of 7,333 overall (86th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -127.8% trailing the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of -1.5% below the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While RYAM 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 (75) vs Investment (34) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 16% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 6625% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 81% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
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