PotlatchDeltic Corporation

NasdaqGS:PCH Stock Report

Market Cap: US$3.2b

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PotlatchDeltic Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 4/6

PotlatchDeltic's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -38.9%, while the Specialized REITs industry saw earnings growing at 8.9% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 3.6% per year. PotlatchDeltic's return on equity is 3.4%, and it has net margins of 5.8%.

Key information

-38.94%

Earnings growth rate

-41.06%

EPS growth rate

Specialized REITs Industry Growth18.00%
Revenue growth rate-3.59%
Return on equity3.37%
Net Margin5.76%
Last Earnings Update30 Sep 2025

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update • Feb 02

PCH: Completed Rayonier Merger And Stable Margins Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for PotlatchDeltic at $46.63, indicating only minor adjustments in discount rate, revenue growth assumptions, and future P/E that reflect fine-tuning rather than a shift in their core view. What's in the News Rayonier Inc.
Narrative Update • Jan 19

PCH: Future Margins And Governance Decisions Will Support Balanced Shareholder Value

Analysts have trimmed their price target on PotlatchDeltic to $46.63 from $47.50, citing updated assumptions for slower revenue growth, a slightly different discount rate, a higher expected profit margin, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News PotlatchDeltic has scheduled a special or extraordinary shareholders meeting for January 27, 2026, giving investors a key date to watch for potential governance or capital structure decisions (Key Developments).
Narrative Update • Jan 04

PCH: Future Merger Synergies Will Drive Stronger Margins And Shareholder Value

Analysts have trimmed their price target on PotlatchDeltic slightly to approximately 47.50 dollars from about 47.75 dollars, reflecting modestly softer long term revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, partially offset by a higher expected future P E multiple. What's in the News Rayonier Inc.
Narrative Update • Dec 14

PCH: Future Merger Synergies Will Drive Stronger Margins And Shareholder Value

Analysts have nudged their price target on PotlatchDeltic slightly higher, from 47.50 dollars to 47.75 dollars. They cited modestly improved profit margin expectations that more than offset a small reduction in projected revenue growth and a marginally lower assumed discount rate.
Narrative Update • Nov 28

PCH: Merger Will Deliver Value as Cost Synergies Are Realized

Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for PotlatchDeltic from $47.88 to $47.50, citing subtle improvements in revenue growth and profit margin forecasts, along with a modest adjustment to valuation multiples and discount rates. What's in the News Rayonier Inc.
Narrative Update • Nov 14

PCH: Merger Will Unlock Shareholder Value as Combined Entity Forms

Analysts have revised their price target for PotlatchDeltic downward from $50.63 to $47.88, citing a higher discount rate and slower projected revenue growth as key factors behind this adjustment. What's in the News Rayonier Inc.
Seeking Alpha • Nov 04

PotlatchDeltic: The Idaho Portfolio Is Catching My Eyes

Summary PotlatchDeltic owns 2.1 million acres of timberland in Idaho and in the southern United States. With seven lumber and plywood manufacturing facilities, PCH is also a top 10 lumber producer in the United States, with 1.2 billion board feet of capacity. Approximately 35% of the wood fibre costs within the manufacturing segment were purchases from internally owned timberlands, representing a healthy level of vertical integration. PotlatchDeltic's timberland portfolio is currently valued at ~$1,700 per acre, assuming an implied value of about $400 million for the manufacturing business. There seems to be a growing disconnect between the valuation of publicly-listed versus private timberlands, hence the opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Mar 09

PotlatchDeltic: Higher Lumber Prices Seems Inevitable At This Point

Summary I rate PotlatchDeltic Corporation a buy due to a positive outlook for timber prices, driving asset appreciation and operating income growth. PCH's healthy balance sheet and history of rewarding shareholders with special dividends make it an attractive investment, especially with expected dividends in 2025. The Canada-US tariff war is likely to increase local timber prices, benefiting PCH's southern operations and supporting higher profitability. PCH's vertical integration and stable margins enable consistent dividends and share repurchases, aligning with a bullish market outlook and intrinsic value estimates. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Dec 01

PotlatchDeltic: Great Point To Exit This REIT

Summary PCH's cash flow remains weak despite high timber prices, with adjusted EBITDA annualized at just $180 million against a $4.5 billion enterprise value. Dividends and buybacks are not financed by cash flows, with only $6.3 million available for distribution against $142 million in dividends. We tell you the most important reason why we are downgrading this to a hold and where and when we would short the stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Sep 06

PotlatchDeltic's Strong Roots Amidst Headwinds

Summary PotlatchDeltic, a lumber REIT, is trading at a discount due to oversupply and low construction demand. Short-term challenges are mitigated by cost reductions, modernization efforts, and strong liquidity, positioning PotlatchDeltic well for the anticipated 2025 upcycle. Real estate development and climate initiatives, including solar leasing options, provide revenue stability and offset weak lumber prices, supporting a 4.2% dividend yield. Despite high debt, PotlatchDeltic's strong liquidity and strategic share repurchases enhance shareholder value, with capex expected to normalize in 2025, freeing up capital. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
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New Narrative • Sep 04

Modernization And Critical Ventures To Propel Growth Amid Market Uncertainties

Strategic modernization and expansion at the Waldo sawmill, alongside lucrative real estate transactions, significantly bolster operational efficiency and EBITDA margins.
Seeking Alpha • Jul 07

PotlatchDeltic: Inflation Hedge Being Given Away For Cheap (Rating Upgrade)

Summary On our previous article on PotlatchDeltic we had upgraded the stock to a hold from a sell. Fundamentally, things have gotten worse and leverage ratios are beginning to look bad. We tell you why we are upgrading this to a Buy. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Apr 19

PotlatchDeltic: Asset Rich, Cash Flow Poor

Summary We had a Sell rating on PotlatchDeltic Corporation in our last coverage. It has underperformed comparable REITs and the Vanguard REIT Index ETF since then. Dividends for PotlatchDeltic are not covered by cash flows and won't be covered in the next few years as per current estimates. We go over why we are still upgrading this to a hold from a sell. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

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

Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:PCH Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
30 Sep 251,11664840
30 Jun 251,05742840
31 Mar 251,10248820
31 Dec 241,06222820
30 Sep 241,05817820
30 Jun 241,06937810
31 Mar 2499446790
31 Dec 231,02462770
30 Sep 231,02366790
30 Jun 231,06488800
31 Mar 231,177186850
31 Dec 221,331334850
30 Sep 221,326369830
30 Jun 221,307389840
31 Mar 221,395457850
31 Dec 211,337424870
30 Sep 211,426485890
30 Jun 211,452500920
31 Mar 211,186315890
31 Dec 201,041167870
30 Sep 2090778780
30 Jun 2082018660
31 Mar 2085432620
31 Dec 1982756620
30 Sep 1984146630
30 Jun 1990486670
31 Mar 19956115700
31 Dec 18975123680
30 Sep 18933133650
30 Jun 18834106630
31 Mar 1872984590
31 Dec 1767986560
30 Sep 1765989550
30 Jun 1764383530
31 Mar 1762128520
31 Dec 1659911530
30 Sep 165810500
30 Jun 16582-6490
31 Mar 1656926470
31 Dec 1557532460
30 Sep 1558448470
30 Jun 1558660470
31 Mar 1560175470

Quality Earnings: PCH has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: PCH's current net profit margins (5.8%) are higher than last year (1.6%).

Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis

Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: PCH's earnings have declined by 38.9% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: PCH's earnings growth over the past year (288.4%) exceeds its 5-year average (-38.9% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: PCH earnings growth over the past year (288.4%) exceeded the Specialized REITs industry -0.3%.

Return on Equity

High ROE: PCH's Return on Equity (3.4%) 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 Analysis2026/02/03 21:19
End of Day Share Price 2026/01/30 00:00
Earnings2025/09/30
Annual Earnings2024/12/31

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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

PotlatchDeltic Corporation is covered by 9 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Anthony PettinariCitigroup Inc
Kurt YingerD.A. Davidson & Co.
Po WeiJefferies LLC