Clearwater Paper: Boring Papermill/Cardboard Maker, Potential 25% FCF Yield Over Time

  • Clearwater Paper's 2024 asset shuffle and debt reduction effort position the company for strong future performance, with management targeting $100+ million in annual free cash flow soon. Clearwater's valuation is attractive, with price to sales and book value ratios telegraphing the potential for investment outperformance versus the S&P 500 in coming years. U.S.-focused operations and low-interest expense provide a competitive edge, especially amid a trade war with rising raw material costs.