Tredegar Corporation

NYSE:TG Stock Report

Market Cap: US$332.9m

Tredegar Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 5/6

Tredegar's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -32%, while the Metals and Mining industry saw earnings declining at 3.2% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 7.3% per year. Tredegar's return on equity is 11.1%, and it has net margins of 3.3%.

Key information

-31.98%

Earnings growth rate

-32.15%

EPS growth rate

Metals and Mining Industry Growth26.40%
Revenue growth rate-7.26%
Return on equity11.12%
Net Margin3.33%
Last Earnings Update31 Dec 2025

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha May 01

Tredegar: The Tariff Isn't Helping

Summary Tredegar faces persistent structural challenges and has failed to adapt to tariff-induced industry changes. I rate TG a sell, citing management’s lack of proactive restructuring and reliance on external factors for justification. The 23.2% EBITDA increase is largely temporary, driven by FIFO and LIFO commodity timing effects. At $9.42, TG appears unattractive with limited short- or mid-term upside and questionable long-term prospects. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Feb 07

Tredegar Corporation's (NYSE:TG) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 26%

Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month alone...
Analysis Article May 09

Tredegar Corporation's (NYSE:TG) Share Price Boosted 25% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too

Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
Analysis Article Nov 07

There's No Escaping Tredegar Corporation's (NYSE:TG) Muted Revenues Despite A 28% Share Price Rise

Despite an already strong run, Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 28% in the...
Analysis Article Sep 20

Investors Aren't Buying Tredegar Corporation's (NYSE:TG) Revenues

You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.3x Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) is a stock worth...
Analysis Article Jul 13

Is Tredegar (NYSE:TG) A Risky Investment?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article May 03

We Think Tredegar Corporation's (NYSE:TG) CEO Compensation Package Needs To Be Put Under A Microscope

Key Insights Tredegar to hold its Annual General Meeting on 9th of May CEO John Steitz's total compensation includes...
Analysis Article Mar 22

Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) Stock Catapults 36% Though Its Price And Business Still Lag The Industry

Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 36% after a shaky period...
Analysis Article Mar 16

Is Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Weighed On By Its Debt Load?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha Jan 19

Tredegar: A Corporate Restructuring And Downcycle Mask A Great Opportunity

Summary Tredegar is an undervalued stock with low investor interest due to poor performance and lackluster results. The company has implemented corporate initiatives to improve its financials in the near term. The sale of a business division and the potential for a return to normal results make this an attractive investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Oct 25

Tredegar: A Brighter Future But Not A Value Buy Yet

Summary Tredegar has undergone a business transition, shifting from mainly a plastic company to mainly an aluminum extrusion company. The company has shown improving operating efficiencies and financial soundness, with a low reinvestment rate and good capital allocation. However, the company operates in a cyclical sector and current valuations do not offer enough margin of safety. But the declining market price may present an opportunity at USD 4 per share. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 10

These 4 Measures Indicate That Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Is Using Debt In A Risky Way

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha Jul 28

Tredegar: Dividend Will Likely Be Canceled, But Risk-Tolerant Investors Should Eventually Be Rewarded For Patience

Summary Sales are declining as customers are emptying their inventories. Decreased volumes and inflationary pressures are causing a squeeze in profit margins, but recent price raises are having a positive impact. Interest expenses are skyrocketing due to increasing long-term debt and higher interest rates. The dividend will likely be canceled very soon. This represents a good opportunity for long-term, risk-tolerant investors with enough patience to wait for significant improvements in the company's prospects. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article May 09

We Think Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...
Seeking Alpha Jan 09

Tredegar former CEO John Gottwald steps down as chairman

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) on Monday said former CEO John Gottwald had retired as chairman of the board. Gregory Pratt will succeed Gottwald as chairman, TG said in a statement. Gottwald served as a TG director since 1989 and as chairman of the board since May 2019. Gottwald also had three stints as TG's top boss - from July 1989 to Sept. 2001, March 2006 to Jan. 2010 and June 2015 to March 2019. Tredegar (TG) stock earlier closed +2.3% at $11.06.
Seeking Alpha Dec 26

New ERP Software And The Internet Of Things May Push Tredegar's Price Up

Summary Tredegar is a manufacturer and distributor of polyethylene, polyester, and aluminum. If LCD, LED, and OLED manufacturers show more demand for Tredegar’s products, revenue growth will likely trend north. Management also expects to invest in new ERPs, which may bring further efficiency in some of the company’s aluminum plants.
Seeking Alpha Nov 15

Tredegar declares $0.13 dividend

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) declares $0.13/share quarterly dividend, in line with previous. Forward yield 5.16% Payable Jan. 1; for shareholders of record Dec. 16; ex-div Dec. 15. See TG Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart, & Dividend Growth.
Seeking Alpha Nov 09

Tredegar Non-GAAP EPS of C$0.14, revenue of C$238.61M

Tredegar press release (NYSE:TG): Q3 Non-GAAP EPS of C$0.14. Revenue of C$238.61M (+13.7% Y/Y).
Analysis Article Aug 08

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.13

Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) will increase its dividend on the 1st of October to $0.13, which is 8.3% higher than...
Analysis Article Jun 08

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of US$0.12

The board of Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of US$0.12 per share on the 1st...
Analysis Article May 25

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of US$0.12

The board of Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 1st of July, with...
Analysis Article May 11

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Will Pay A Dividend Of US$0.12

Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) will pay a dividend of US$0.12 on the 1st of July. This means the annual payment is...
Seeking Alpha Apr 28

Tredegar Stock Is Trading At Bargain Prices

Tredegar's sales are stagnant due to the special dividend announced in 2020. Gross profit margins have been negatively affected in 2021 by the increase in the price of commodities, especially aluminum. Tredegar is still generating enough cash from operations to widely cover dividend and interest expenses. Investors should expect a major movement in Tredegar as soon as net debt reaches zero again. This represents a good opportunity to acquire TG stock at a very reasonable discount.
Analysis Article Sep 06

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Will Pay A Dividend Of US$0.12

Tredegar Corporation's ( NYSE:TG ) investors are due to receive a payment of US$0.12 per share on 1st of October. This...
Analysis Article Aug 23

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Will Pay A Dividend Of US$0.12

Tredegar Corporation's ( NYSE:TG ) investors are due to receive a payment of US$0.12 per share on 1st of October. This...
Analysis Article Aug 09

Tredegar's (NYSE:TG) Dividend Will Be US$0.12

Tredegar Corporation's ( NYSE:TG ) investors are due to receive a payment of US$0.12 per share on 1st of October. The...
Analysis Article May 07

Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article Apr 19

Should You Or Shouldn't You: A Dividend Analysis on Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG)

Is Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) a good dividend stock? How can we tell? Dividend paying companies with growing...
Analysis Article Mar 06

Is It Worth Considering Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) For Its Upcoming Dividend?

Readers hoping to buy Tredegar Corporation ( NYSE:TG ) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the...
Analysis Article Feb 23

Here’s What’s Happening With Returns At Tredegar (NYSE:TG)

If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Ideally, a...
Analysis Article Jan 26

How Much Have Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Shareholders Earned On Their Investment Over The Last Year?

Investors can approximate the average market return by buying an index fund. While individual stocks can be big...
Analysis Article Dec 31

Does Tredegar (NYSE:TG) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article Dec 05

Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) Will Pay A US$0.12 Dividend In Four Days

Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be...
Analysis Article Nov 25

Is Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) A Great Dividend Stock?

Is Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) a good dividend stock? How can we tell? Dividend paying companies with growing...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Tredegar makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:TG Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Dec 2572324711
30 Sep 256912731
30 Jun 25642-8721
31 Mar 25618-1701
31 Dec 245981731
30 Sep 24482-20600
30 Jun 24502-67640
31 Mar 24526-96652
31 Dec 23571-99763
30 Sep 23725-74885
30 Jun 23797-23866
31 Mar 2389311926
31 Dec 2276313845
30 Sep 2297054936
30 Jun 2294159906
31 Mar 2287865916
31 Dec 2182658896
30 Sep 2179843937
30 Jun 21773201017
31 Mar 2174813968
31 Dec 20755-17998
30 Sep 20761-22888
30 Jun 2078310848
31 Mar 2077018816
31 Dec 1982658868
30 Sep 19904848311
30 Jun 19965348614
31 Mar 191,055269319
31 Dec 1885262767
30 Sep 181,036-199318
30 Jun 181,015239318
31 Mar 18999539318
31 Dec 17961388818
30 Sep 17920588519
30 Jun 17881627919
31 Mar 17842217519
31 Dec 16828248319
30 Sep 16841177319
30 Jun 16857-327018
31 Mar 16869-356917
31 Dec 15896-326716
30 Sep 15918-136815
30 Jun 15935347014

Quality Earnings: TG has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: TG's current net profit margins (3.3%) are higher than last year (0.2%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: TG has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by -32% per year.

Accelerating Growth: TG's earnings growth over the past year (2204.8%) exceeds its 5-year average (-32% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: TG earnings growth over the past year (2204.8%) exceeded the Metals and Mining industry 84.8%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: TG's Return on Equity (11.1%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/06 18:07
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/06 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Tredegar Corporation is covered by 1 analysts. 0 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

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Anthony YoungMacquarie Research