Interfor

Interfor ROCE

The Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of Interfor (IFP.TO) as of Sep 27, 2026 is -4.50 %. In the previous year, Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) was -18.36 % — a change of -75.51% (higher).

ROCE

-4.50 %

YoY

-75.51%

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In 2026, Interfor's return on capital employed (ROCE) was -4.50 %, a -75.51% increase from the -18.36 % ROCE in the previous year.

The Interfor ROCE history

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ROCE
Date
ROCE
Jan 1, 2018
16.08 CAD
Jan 1, 2019
-7.41 CAD
Jan 1, 2020
37.26 CAD
Jan 1, 2021
67.70 CAD
Jan 1, 2022
42.41 CAD
Jan 1, 2023
-17.39 CAD
Jan 1, 2024
-18.36 CAD
Jan 1, 2025
-4.50 CAD
The Interfor ROCE history
YEARROCEYoY
-4.50 %-75.51%
-18.36 %+5.52%
-17.39 %-141.02%
42.41 %-37.36%
67.70 %+81.72%
37.26 %-602.52%
-7.41 %-146.11%
16.08 %-8.03%
17.48 %+81.23%
9.65 %-294.67%
-4.96 %-187.46%
5.67 %—
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Interfor Stock analysis

What does Interfor do? Interfor Corp is a Canadian forest company that was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The company has an impressive success story over the years and has achieved its growth not only organically but also through strategic acquisitions. Today, the company is one of the largest timber companies in North America. Interfor operates forestry and wood processing activities in Canada and the United States. The company's core business includes forest management, preservation, and harvesting, as well as processing wood to produce products such as boards, plywood, lumber, and roof shingles. In total, the company produces over 3 trillion board feet of wood annually and employs more than 3,500 employees. Interfor's divisions are organized into companies that have different geographical and product-related focuses. The company's business areas include North America, British Columbia, and the Pacific Northwest. Under the brand "Interfor," the company operates in North America. Interfor produces and distributes its high-quality construction lumber (building spruce, fir, pine, hemlock, white pine, and Douglas fir), plywood, traditional construction siding, and formwork. The focus here is on the production of premium products. The recovery of markets has enabled this core business segment to achieve sustained strong growth, especially benefiting from the growth of the US construction industry. The North American division of the company also includes two companies that expand the company's production profile. Pacific Inland Resources Ltd operates three sawmills in British Columbia and produces Douglas fir boards, structural lumber, lumber, and bark products. B.C. Door is known as the leading manufacturer of interior and exterior doors in Canada and operates production facilities in British Columbia and Alberta. Under the brand "Coastal," Interfor operates in British Columbia. Here, the company operates eight production facilities specializing in the production of coastal pine and coastal hemlock products. Most facilities are located directly on the water, providing convenient transportation routes to major export markets such as Asia and North America. Interfor's investment in Coastal has particularly promoted access to the Asian market. Their demand for high-quality construction lumber is almost unlimited, and Coastal has served the market excellently. The Pacific Northwest, Interfor's third division, includes three sawmills in Oregon and Washington. These mills specialize in the production of Douglas fir and hemlock products. Here, too, Interfor has positioned itself excellently in the market and sets quality standards in the North American market. Continuous improvement of production processes and customer satisfaction is a high priority for Interfor. Overall, Interfor is a leading producer of wood products in North America, focusing on sustainable growth through diversification and geographical expansion. The company sets high standards in terms of environmental and sustainability management and is committed to responsible forest management. Interfor also has a long-standing tradition of investing in the communities in which it operates to ensure that the social, economic, and environmental needs of the communities are met. Interfor is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

ROCE Details

Unraveling Interfor's Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)

Interfor's Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) is a financial metric that measures the company's profitability and efficiency with respect to the capital employed. It is calculated by dividing earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) by the employed capital. A higher ROCE indicates that the company is effectively utilizing its capital to generate profits.

Year-to-Year Comparison

Analyzing Interfor's ROCE annually provides valuable insights into its efficiency in using its capital to generate profits. An increasing ROCE indicates improved profitability and operational efficiency, whereas a decrease might signal potential issues in capital utilization or business operations.

Impact on Investments

Interfor's ROCE is a critical factor for investors and analysts for evaluating the company’s efficiency and profitability. A higher ROCE can make the company an attractive investment, as it often signifies that the firm is generating adequate profits from its employed capital.

Interpreting ROCE Fluctuations

Changes in Interfor’s ROCE are attributed to variations in EBIT or the capital employed. These fluctuations offer insights into the company’s operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic financial management, assisting investors in making informed investment decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions about Interfor stock

Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of Interfor is -4.50 % in 2026.

Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of Interfor changed from -18.36 % to -4.50 %, representing a -75.51% change. The value is higher than the previous year.

On Eulerpool you can find the complete historical development of Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) Interfor since 2006 – with annual values, charts, and detailed analysis.

ROCE is a profitability measure and stands for Return on Capital Employed or the return on invested capital. The measure shows the ratio of operating profit to the interest-bearing capital employed. The higher the return on capital employed, the more profitable a company operates and the higher the important free cash flow. The free cash flow refers to the portion of profits that is not needed for expanding the company at the end of a period, but is available to shareholders.

A 'good' varies by industry and company stage. On Eulerpool, you can compare Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)'s Interfor with sector peers and the industry average to assess whether it is attractive.

To evaluate Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)'s, it is essential to compare it with peers in the same industry and sector. On Eulerpool, you can find direct industry comparisons for Return on Capital Employed (ROCE).

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