Louisiana-Pacific Corp. (LPX)
NYSE:LPX
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LPX Stock Chart & Stats
$76.97
-$2.13(-1.98%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$76.97
-$2.13(-1.98%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$66.12 - $102.86
Previous CloseN/A
Volume99.25K
Average Volume (3M)1.21M
Market Cap
$5.40B
Enterprise Value$5.47B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$164.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$378.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)64.3
Beta1.00
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
0.65Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.18
Shares Outstanding69,864,880
10 Day Avg. Volume1,058,286
30 Day Avg. Volume1,210,347
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.60
Price to Book (P/B)3.27
Price to Sales (P/S)2.09
P/FCF Ratio62.12
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.14
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.80
Enterprise Value/Ebitda20.27
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$88.67Price Target Upside15.20% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)2.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.56B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Balance SheetLPX's low leverage and large equity base provide durable financial flexibility through housing cycles. Conservative debt levels support continued strategic growth capex, dividend payments, and the ability to absorb OSB losses without forcing distressed asset sales or emergency financing, preserving execution optionality.
Siding Pricing Power & MarginsThe branded SmartSide franchise and pricing efficacy sustain higher margins than commodity panels. Durable pricing power on siding mitigates cyclical volume swings, enabling the company to protect profitability and fund higher-return initiatives even when OSB drags consolidated results.
ExpertFinish Capacity ExpansionInvesting to scale ExpertFinish — a higher-value, faster-growing mix — structurally raises average selling prices and margins over time. Increased capacity and planned mill investment support share gains with large builders, reducing reliance on cyclical OSB and improving long-term revenue quality.
Bears Say
OSB Profitability VolatilityOSB is a commoditized, cycle-exposed business that can swing from profit to loss quickly. Persistent weak panel prices materially reduce consolidated EBITDA and cash flow, making earnings sensitive to supply/demand imbalances and limiting predictability of free cash generation across 2–6 month horizons.
Channel Destocking & Volume DeclinesInventory-driven destocking compresses near-term shipments independent of end-market demand, prolonging low utilization and pressuring fixed-cost absorption. When distributor/retailer destocking persists, recovery can be delayed and margin leverage reduced even after end-demand stabilizes.
Weakened Free Cash FlowThe swing to negative FCF reduces the company's ability to self-fund growth and capital returns without tapping liquidity. If cash conversion remains impaired, LPX may need to defer discretionary capex, slow buybacks, or increase leverage, constraining strategic optionality over the medium term.
Louisiana-Pacific News
LPX FAQ
What was Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. lowest stock price was $66.12 and its highest was $102.86 in the past 12 months.
What is Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s market cap?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s market cap is $5.40B.
When is Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 55 days.
How were Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $0.38 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.143 by $0.237.
Is Louisiana-Pacific Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Louisiana-Pacific Corp. pay dividends?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.3 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.37%. See more information on Louisiana-Pacific Corp. dividends here
What is Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.65.
How many shares outstanding does Louisiana-Pacific Corp. have?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. has 69,864,880 shares outstanding.
What happened to Louisiana-Pacific Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. reported an EPS of $0.38 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.143. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.928%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Louisiana-Pacific Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LPX
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Louisiana-Pacific Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$88.67 (15.20% Upside)
$88.67 (15.20% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
LPX Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 1.9M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $89.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.5%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-11.37%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.43%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Louisiana-Pacific Corp.
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LPX), through its various subsidiaries, is a key manufacturer and distributor of building materials. These products primarily serve the needs of new residential construction, renovation and remodeling projects, and the creation of outdoor structures. The company's operations are divided into four principal segments: Siding, Oriented Strand Board (OSB), Engineered Wood Products (EWP), and South America. The Siding division offers a comprehensive range of exterior finishing products, including the LP SmartSide and LP SmartSide ExpertFinish trim and siding lines, LP BuilderSeries lap siding, and LP Outdoor Building Solutions. It also produces engineered wood products designed for siding, trim, soffits, and fascia. The OSB segment specializes in the production and supply of structural panel products made from oriented strand board. Its notable offerings include LP TechShield radiant barriers, LP WeatherLogic air and water barriers, high-performance LP Legacy and LP TopNotch sub-flooring solutions, and LP FlameBlock fire-rated sheathing. The Engineered Wood Products (EWP) segment provides laminated veneer lumber and related items. It also manufactures LP SolidStart I-joists, which are vital structural components frequently employed in flooring systems for both homes and commercial properties, as well as in roofing applications and other construction uses. The South America segment is responsible for manufacturing and distributing OSB structural panels and siding products within the region. This segment also supports the local construction industry's move towards wood frame building by distributing and selling complementary products. Additionally, it manages timber assets and offers other associated products and services. Louisiana-Pacific Corporation primarily markets its offerings to retailers, wholesalers, and businesses engaged in homebuilding and industrial sectors. Its geographical reach extends across North America, South America, Asia, Australia, and Europe. Incorporated in 1972, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
LPX Company Deck
LPX Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mix of positive operating and strategic developments (safety excellence, pricing power and margin resilience in Siding, ExpertFinish capacity expansion, new builder partnerships, maintained liquidity and dividend returns) alongside significant near-term headwinds driven by OSB price declines, volume destocking (notably in sheds), reduced EBITDA and cash flow, and macro uncertainty that prompted downward guidance adjustments. Management emphasized long-term confidence in SmartSide and capacity investments while being appropriately cautious on near-term demand and commodity volatility.View all LPX earnings summariesLPX Net sales Breakdown
51.45% Siding
39.75% Oriented Strand Board (OSB)
7.94% South America
0.85% Other
LPX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$88.67
▲(15.20% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
1.46% Insiders
27.19% Mutual Funds
39.93% Other Institutional Investors
6.47% Public Companies and
Individual Investors