Western Forest Products Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
Western Forest Products' CEO is J. Hofer, appointed in Sep 2022, has a tenure of 3.67 years. total yearly compensation is CA$2.74M, comprised of 29.1% salary and 70.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 6.2% of the company’s shares, worth CA$10.29M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 7.3 years and 4.2 years respectively.
Key information
J. Hofer
Chief executive officer
CA$2.7m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 29.06% |
| CEO tenure | 3.7yrs |
| CEO ownership | 6.2% |
| Management average tenure | 7.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
WEF: Updated Margin Views And Discount Rate Will Shape Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have lifted their average price target on Western Forest Products by CA$7.50, citing recent Street research that reflects updated views on the company, supported by revised assumptions for the discount rate, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Western Forest Products points to updated views on valuation that are being shaped by refreshed assumptions for discount rates, profit margins and future P/E levels.WEF: Lower Discount Rate And New Price Views Will Support Firmer Earnings Multiple
Analysts have raised their average price target for Western Forest Products by CA$7.50, citing recent target increases from TD Securities and Scotiabank as support for this revision. Analyst Commentary Recent target changes suggest analysts are reassessing Western Forest Products' risk and reward profile, with the latest CA$2 and CA$5.50 target moves contributing to a higher average price target.WEF: Lower Discount Rate And Firmer Margins Will Support Higher Future Earnings Multiple
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their price target on Western Forest Products by CA$2 to CA$15.13, citing modest shifts in discount rate assumptions, slightly higher projected profit margin, and a small adjustment to the future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent price target revisions on Western Forest Products provide a snapshot of how research desks are thinking about valuation, execution risk, and potential growth.
Kiln Capacity Expansion And Specialty Products Will Transform Long Term Earnings Power
Catalysts About Western Forest Products Western Forest Products is a North American wood products company focused on coastal timberlands, lumber manufacturing and value added wood products. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?WEF: Refined Assumptions Will Balance Lower Production And Reduced Perceived Risk
Analysts have increased their CA$14.75 fair value estimate for Western Forest Products to CA$15.13, citing updated price targets from TD Securities and Scotiabank, along with modest adjustments to discount rate, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a tighter range of fair value estimates for Western Forest Products, with fresh price targets feeding directly into the revised CA$15.13 valuation.
Higher Lumber Duties And Weak Demand Will Pressure Margins And Limit Earnings Recovery
Catalysts About Western Forest Products Western Forest Products is an integrated forest products company focused on harvesting, processing and selling lumber and related wood products, including specialty and engineered products. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?WEF: Updated Fair Value Assumptions Will Balance Lower Output And Reduced Risk
Analysts have raised their CA$ price target on Western Forest Products by CA$14.15, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E following recent research from major Canadian banks. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting their CA$ price targets, which signals greater confidence in their updated fair value assumptions for Western Forest Products.Optimistic Investors Push Western Forest Products Inc. (TSE:WEF) Shares Up 25% But Growth Is Lacking
Western Forest Products Inc. ( TSE:WEF ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 25% after a shaky period...Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Western Forest Products Inc. (TSE:WEF)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Western Forest Products is CA$15.69 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...We Think Shareholders May Want To Consider A Review Of Western Forest Products Inc.'s (TSE:WEF) CEO Compensation Package
Key Insights Western Forest Products to hold its Annual General Meeting on 7th of May Total pay for CEO J. Hofer...
New Dry Kiln And AI Will Optimize Timber Operations
Operational enhancements and strategic investments in new technologies are set to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and increase earnings.Is Western Forest Products (TSE:WEF) Using Too Much Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Revenues Tell The Story For Western Forest Products Inc. (TSE:WEF)
There wouldn't be many who think Western Forest Products Inc.'s ( TSE:WEF ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.2x is...Western Forest Products' (TSE:WEF) Dividend Will Be CA$0.0125
The board of Western Forest Products Inc. ( TSE:WEF ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.0125 per share...Western Forest Products (TSE:WEF) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.0125
The board of Western Forest Products Inc. ( TSE:WEF ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.0125 per share...Western Forest Products (TSE:WEF) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$0.0125
Western Forest Products Inc. ( TSE:WEF ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.0125 per share on the 16th...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | -CA$113m |
| Dec 31 2025 | CA$3m | CA$797k | -CA$80m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -CA$64m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -CA$22m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -CA$9m |
| Dec 31 2024 | CA$2m | CA$772k | -CA$30m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -CA$44m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -CA$42m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -CA$59m |
| Dec 31 2023 | CA$2m | CA$750k | -CA$68m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -CA$76m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -CA$52m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | CA$7m |
| Dec 31 2022 | CA$3m | CA$239k | CA$62m |
Compensation vs Market: J.'s total compensation ($USD1.99M) is above average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD152.18K).
Compensation vs Earnings: J.'s compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.
CEO
J. Hofer (55 yo)
Mr. J. Steven Hofer serves as President, Chief Executive Officer at Western Forest Products Inc. since September 07, 2022 and serves as its Non-Independent Director. He served as Senior Vice President of U...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President & Chief Executive Officer | 3.7yrs | CA$2.74m | 6.2% CA$ 10.3m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 1.8yrs | CA$1.13m | 0.064% CA$ 106.6k | |
| Senior VP | 10yrs | CA$903.10k | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Sales | 7.3yrs | CA$933.08k | 0.00050% CA$ 829.9 | |
| Senior Vice President of Human Resources & Corporate Affairs | 10.4yrs | CA$928.94k | 0.0098% CA$ 16.3k | |
| Senior Director of Communications | no data | no data | no data | |
| Advisor | 1.8yrs | CA$2.60m | 0.12% CA$ 193.9k | |
| Treasurer | 21.8yrs | no data | no data |
Experienced Management: WEF's management team is seasoned and experienced (7.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President & Chief Executive Officer | 3.7yrs | CA$2.74m | 6.2% CA$ 10.3m | |
| Independent Director | 3.3yrs | CA$195.00k | 0.038% CA$ 62.9k | |
| Independent Director | 3.3yrs | CA$180.00k | 0.027% CA$ 44.7k | |
| Independent Director | 7.2yrs | CA$200.00k | 0.16% CA$ 262.0k | |
| Independent Director | 5.2yrs | CA$195.00k | 0.036% CA$ 59.5k | |
| Independent Chairman of the Board | 12yrs | CA$270.00k | 0.090% CA$ 149.9k | |
| Independent Director | 4.2yrs | CA$195.00k | 0.0063% CA$ 10.5k |
Experienced Board: WEF's board of directors are considered experienced (4.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/29 12:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Western Forest Products Inc. is covered by 5 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mark Kennedy | CIBC Capital Markets |
| Daryl Swetlishoff | Raymond James Ltd. |
| Matthew McKellar | RBC Capital Markets |