Institutional Shifts and Earnings Insights Paint Evolving Picture for Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW)

April 14, 2025 12:27 AM PDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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Highlights

Vanguard cuts stake in Clearwater Paper (CLW) by 8.5%

Clearwater reports strong net margin despite earnings miss

Insider stock moves reflect internal sentiment shifts

Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) is currently navigating an eventful period shaped by shifts in institutional ownership, insider transactions, and a mixed earnings report. These developments together are contributing to a nuanced outlook for the manufacturer of paperboard and consumer tissue products.

One of the most notable changes came from Vanguard Group Inc., which trimmed its stake in Clearwater Paper by 8.5% during the fourth quarter, reducing its holdings by 103,624 shares. The firm now holds 1,121,456 shares, representing approximately 6.77% of the company, with a market value of around $33.4 million. This reduction signals a recalibration in positioning by one of the most prominent institutional investors in the company.

Other firms, however, demonstrated increased interest. D.A. Davidson & CO. expanded its holdings by 10.1%, while UBS Asset Management Americas LLC increased its position by 2.6%. Additionally, Exchange Traded Concepts LLC and Empowered Funds LLC raised their stakes by 4.3% and 5.1%, respectively. These moves show varied institutional perspectives and strategies surrounding Clearwater Paper's current valuation and growth potential.

Financially, the company reported a quarterly loss per share of $1.17, missing analyst expectations. Despite the earnings miss, Clearwater Paper maintained a solid net margin of 10.54%, reflecting resilience in its operations. The company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.33, underscoring its stable capital structure. Its liquidity ratios also reflect a steady financial position amidst operational challenges.

Adding another layer to the story are recent insider transactions. SVP Kari G. Moyes sold 2,778 shares, reducing their ownership by 3.21%. Insider activities often provide signals regarding internal perspectives on company performance and potential.

The company’s stock has seen some volatility, recently opening at $24.50. Over the past year, it has traded between a low of $22.58 and a high of $57.13, illustrating a broad range of market sentiment. Analyst outlooks remain mixed, with a recent price target set at $37.00, reflecting a degree of optimism about future performance.

Clearwater Paper operates under two primary segments: Pulp and Paperboard, and Consumer Products. It supplies essential materials for packaging and consumer goods, with a footprint that spans both domestic and international markets.

As institutional strategies evolve and earnings reflect a mixed yet resilient profile, Clearwater Paper (CLW) remains a stock under close watch in the basic materials sector.

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