Rayonier Advanced Materials consolidates leadership after SVP departure

An announcement from Rayonier Advanced Materials ( (RYAM) ) is now available.

On January 11, 2026, Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. announced the separation of Joshua Hicks, its Senior Vice President of High Purity Cellulose, effective the same day, marking a leadership change within its key high-purity cellulose segment. Following his departure, the High Purity Cellulose organization will report directly to President and Chief Executive Officer Scott Sutton, signaling a consolidation of oversight at the top executive level that may streamline decision-making and operational alignment within this strategic business unit.

The most recent analyst rating on (RYAM) stock is a Hold with a $7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Rayonier Advanced Materials stock, see the RYAM Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on RYAM Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, RYAM is a Neutral.

The score is primarily held back by weak financial performance (declining revenue, very negative net margins, and negative free cash flow). Technicals are supportive with the stock above major moving averages, but overbought RSI and a slightly negative MACD temper the signal. Valuation is difficult to justify on earnings due to a negative P/E, while the latest earnings call was mixed—guidance was cut, but cost actions and strategic projects provide some offsetting upside potential.

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More about Rayonier Advanced Materials

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. is a specialty cellulose and wood products manufacturer, focused on high-purity cellulose and related engineered materials used in applications such as pharmaceuticals, food, electronics, and industrial products.

Average Trading Volume: 618,274

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: $502.5M

Learn more about RYAM stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.