Clearwater Paper Corporation CLW

Company Overview

Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE: CLW) is a U.S.-based manufacturing company focused on the production of private‑label tissue and paperboard products. The company operates primarily in the consumer staples and packaging materials industries, serving retailers, converters, and brand owners rather than end consumers directly. Clearwater Paper’s business is centered on supplying essential, recurring‑use paper products with stable demand characteristics.

The company’s primary revenue drivers are its Consumer Products and Pulp and Paperboard businesses, with a strategic emphasis on private‑label tissue for large retail customers. Clearwater Paper positions itself as a cost‑efficient, scaled manufacturer with long‑term customer relationships, particularly in private‑label channels where retailers seek supply reliability and margin efficiency. The company was founded in 2008 following a spin‑off from Potlatch Corporation, creating a standalone paper and tissue manufacturer focused on operational discipline and asset optimization.