West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
WFG
Rank in Stocks
#3258
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., a diversified leader in the wood products sector,... West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., a diversified leader in the wood products sector, is actively involved in the creation, commercialization, and distribution of an extensive range of goods. Its comprehensive portfolio encompasses lumber, advanced engineered wood products, various pulps, newsprint, and byproducts such as wood chips and other residuals, alongside generating renewable energy. Among its specific lumber offerings are spruce-pine-fir and southern yellow pine, as well as treated timber products. The company's engineered wood solutions feature medium-density fiberboard (MDF) panels, plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), and laminated veneer lumber (LVL). Furthermore, West Fraser Timber manufactures northern bleached softwood Kraft (NBSK) pulp and bleached chemical thermo-mechanical pulp (BCTMP), crucial for producing diverse paper items like printing, writing, specialty, and tissue products. These offerings are supplied to a broad customer base, including major retail chains, contractor supply depots, and wholesale distributors. Industrial clients also procure West Fraser's materials for further processing or as integral components within their own manufactured goods. The company's substantial market footprint spans Canada, the United States, China, Europe, Asia, and other international territories. Founded in 1955, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. maintains its principal office in Vancouver, Canada.
Share Price
$68.08
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$5.18B
Change (1 day)
0.32%
Change (1 year)
13.85%
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Operating Margin for West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (WFG)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: -29.11%
According to West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is -29.11%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of -21.73%.
Operating Margin history for West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | -29.11% | 33.96% |
| 2025 | -21.73% | -19,854.55% |
| 2024 | 0.11% | -102.50% |
| 2023 | -4.40% | -116.68% |
| 2022 | 26.38% | -29.67% |
| 2021 | 37.51% | 97.42% |
| 2020 | 19.00% | -682.82% |
| 2019 | -3.26% | -118.61% |
| 2018 | 17.52% | 3.36% |
| 2017 | 16.95% | 56.51% |
| 2016 | 10.83% | 78.42% |
| 2015 | 6.07% | -42.36% |
| 2014 | 10.53% | 6.04% |
| 2013 | 9.93% | 161.32% |
| 2012 | 3.80% | 81.82% |
| 2011 | 2.09% | -76.49% |
| 2010 | 8.89% | -159.19% |
| 2009 | -15.02% | 212.92% |
| 2008 | -4.80% | -2.04% |
| 2007 | -4.90% | -141.53% |
| 2006 | 11.80% | 120.56% |
| 2005 | 5.35% | -55.34% |
| 2004 | 11.98% | 1,896.67% |
| 2003 | 0.60% | -95.31% |
| 2002 | 12.80% | 6.84% |
| 2001 | 11.98% | -0.75% |
| 2000 | 12.07% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| -14.31% | -99.51% |
US
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| 6.26% | -100.22% |
FI
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| 18.40% | -100.63% |
BR
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| 3.74% | -100.13% |
SE
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| 10.50% | -100.36% |
CN
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin
What is West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin?
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin is -29.11%, as of Nov 2026.
What was West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin was -21.73%, compared with 0.11% in 2024.
How has West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin was highest in 2021 (37.51%) and lowest in 2025 (-21.73%).
How does West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s operating margin (-29.11%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Suzano S.A., with 18.40%.