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Interfor Corp (IFP.TO)

13.39

+0.02 (0.15%)

as of Sep 3, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Sep 3, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.

Interfor Corp (IFP-T) finds itself at a crossroads, as experts express mixed feelings about the lumber sector's prospects. Some analysts suggest that there is potential value emerging after a prolonged downturn, indicating a cautious accumulation strategy on weakness. Conversely, others criticize the sector for being composed of low-quality businesses heavily impacted by external factors such as tariffs and market volatility. The challenging current business outlook has drawn interest from certain investors who see opportunities during tough times. However, the connection to the housing markets in Canada and the US adds a layer of uncertainty, where demand is influenced by mortgage rates and affordability. The consensus leans towards caution, with the lumber sector being compared to a trade rather than a long-term hold, as the experts grapple with the cyclical nature of the industry.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

Sells below book value. Clean balance sheet. Valuable real estate assets.

PAST TOP PICK

(Past top pick November 11 ,up 17%) Continuing to hold. Good pricing in the underlying wood products. Cheap stock.

DON'T BUY

Forest companies, over a full cycle, will not make you much money. Many do well in the short term, especially if they lumber issue is settled.

TOP PICK

Japanese market might be picking up a little bit. Will value is well over $7. Selling at just over 2X cash flow. Expects some mergers in the lumber industry on the West Coast, which will bring some discipline back to this market.

TOP PICK

Probably going to lose a little bit of money this year, but the book value is in excess of $7.80 and has seen net asset values as high as $15. Forecasts of higher lumber prices are currently being made. Good balance sheet.

BUY

Low P/E and debt. Should do well.

BUY

Have to have a long term view. Very cheap.

DON'T BUY

Commodity prices are terrible now. Prefers Abitibi or Domtar.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Aug 4/00 up 20%) Still likes.

BUY

Housing is still strong, so should do well. Possible takeover target. Well run. Hold for mid/long term.

BUY

Probably at its bottom now. Good mngmnt.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Dec 9 up 18%) Still inexpensive.

TOP PICK

A bargain right now. $8 book value and selling around $4. Cash flow of $1 a share and no debt

BUY

Lumber industry at its low

TOP PICK

Expects this to rebound very soon

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