Clearwater Paper Corp. Hits 52-Week Low at $20.67 Amid Ongoing Struggles

Clearwater Paper Corp., a microcap company in the Paper, Forest & Jute Products industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 20.67 as of September 25, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the company, which has experienced a staggering 59.1% drop in its stock price over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's positive performance of 15.79% during the same period.
The company's financial metrics reflect ongoing difficulties, with a negative return on equity of -0.60% and a price-to-book ratio of 0.43, indicating that the stock is trading below its book value. Clearwater Paper has reported negative results for five consecutive quarters, with net profit for the first nine months of the year plummeting by 92.58%. Additionally, the operating cash flow has reached a low of USD -45.6 million, further highlighting the company's financial struggles.

With a market capitalization of USD 357 million, Clearwater Paper's performance has consistently underperformed against industry benchmarks, raising concerns about its long-term growth prospects. The stock's 52-week high was recorded at USD 33.57, underscoring the extent of its recent decline.