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Jul 23, 2024

Pulp & Paper Industry Stocks($MERC, $CLW, $GLT, $ITP, $SUZ...) Surge: A Weekly Gain

The Pulp & Paper industry, encompassing companies involved in the production of pulp, paper, and specialty paper products, has witnessed an impressive average stock gain of 11.68% over the last week. This sector, crucial for producing materials for a wide array of markets such as books, magazines, containerboard, and food and beverage packaging, has shown resilience and growth potential amidst varying market conditions. Major players like Domtar Corporation, Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc., and Neenah Inc. have led the charge, showcasing the industry's robustness and appeal to investors.

🌐Tickers in Industry   -  $MERC$CLW$GLT$ITP$SUZ$SLVM

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Market Capitalization Insights

The industry boasts an average market capitalization of $2.9 billion, demonstrating its significant footprint in the market. Market capitalizations within the sector vary widely, ranging from as low as $3 million to as high as $14.1 billion, with SUZ at the pinnacle, valued at $14.1 billion. This variance highlights the diverse size and scale of companies within the industry, from emerging players to established giants.

Price Performance Highlights

In the past week, the industry has seen an average weekly price growth of 15.17%, outpacing both monthly and quarterly growth rates. This surge is noteworthy, especially when considering the broader market conditions. GLT, with a staggering 73.44% price growth, stood out as the top performer, whereas ITP lagged, marking a slight decline of -2.02%. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of stock performances within the industry.

Trading Volume Trends

Trading activity has also seen remarkable trends, with an average weekly volume growth of 135.62%. This uptick in trading volume indicates a growing investor interest and confidence in the industry's prospects. Record-breaking daily growths in trading volumes for stocks like Glatfelter and Clearwater Paper further highlight the heightened activity and investor engagement in the sector.

A Thriving Sector

The Pulp & Paper industry's recent performance underscores its vitality and potential for growth. With a broad range of applications and a solid market presence, the industry continues to attract investment and attention. The remarkable average gain of 11.68% over the last week is a testament to the sector's strength and the promising opportunities it holds for investors looking to capitalize on its upward trajectory.

MERC : On February 9, 2024, MERC's stock exhibited a potentially bullish trend as its Stochastic Oscillator ascended from the oversold domain, suggesting an opportune moment for investors. Historical analysis by Tickeron's A.I.dvisor, scrutinizing 59 similar occurrences, reveals that in 49 instances, MERC's stock price experienced an upward movement shortly after. This pattern indicates a more than 83% probability of the stock's continued ascent in the days to follow, making it an attractive prospect for traders considering stock purchases or call option investments.

CLW : On February 6, 2024, Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW) showcased a positive momentum shift as its RSI Oscillator emerged from the oversold territory, hinting at a potential reversal from a bearish to a bullish trajectory. This development suggests an attractive entry point for investors considering acquiring shares or exploring call options. An analysis conducted by the A.I.dvisor on 30 analogous events revealed that in 23 instances, CLW's stock price experienced an upward trajectory following such signals, establishing a 77% likelihood of continued price appreciation in the near term.

GLT : On February 7, 2024, Glatfelter (GLT) exhibited a significant bullish signal as its 10-day moving average ascended above its 50-day moving average, suggesting a shift towards an upward trend. This crossover is often seen as a strong buy indicator by market analysts. Historical data analysis reveals that in 11 out of 14 occurrences of such a crossover, GLT's stock price experienced further gains in the subsequent month. This pattern indicates a 79% probability of the stock's continued upward movement, highlighting a promising opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on GLT's momentum.

Related Ticker: MERC, CLW, GLT, ITP

MERC in -1.43% downward trend, sliding for three consecutive days on August 16, 2024

Moving lower for three straight days is viewed as a bearish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future declines. Considering data from situations where MERC declined for three days, in of 299 cases, the price declined further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

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Industry description

The pulp and paper industry includes companies that make pulp and process pulp into paper and specialty paper products. Companies in this industry also operate paper mills. The industry’s products have wide array of markets including books, magazines, envelopes, containerboard, and food and beverage packaging. Domtar Corporation, Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. and Neenah Inc. are some of the major pulp & paper companies.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Pulp & Paper Industry is 4.8B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 2.67M to 17.7B. UPMMY holds the highest valuation in this group at 17.7B. The lowest valued company is ITP at 2.67M.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Pulp & Paper Industry was 4%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was 3%, and the average quarterly price growth was -3%. NDGPY experienced the highest price growth at 11%, while LMPMY experienced the biggest fall at -5%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Pulp & Paper Industry was -26%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was 46% and the average quarterly volume growth was -52%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 35
P/E Growth Rating: 46
Price Growth Rating: 61
SMR Rating: 72
Profit Risk Rating: 89
Seasonality Score: -6 (-100 ... +100)
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