MERC trades 597.2% below Wall Street's consensus target of $2.25.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes MERC achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of historical averagesx. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 9 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, Mercer International Inc. (MERC) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $2.25, based on estimates from 9 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $0.32, this represents a potential upside of +597.2%. The company has a market capitalization of $22M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $2.25 to a high of $2.25, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $2.25 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 1 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,6 rating it Hold, and 2 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment suggests caution about the stock at current levels.
From a valuation perspective, MERC trades at a trailing P/E of -0.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +75.8% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 CLWClearwater Paper Corporation | $345M | $21.38 | $19.33 | -9.6% | Buy | — | 11 |
 SLVMSylvamo Corp | $1.5B | $36.64 | $48.67 | +32.8% | Buy | 23.9x | 2 |
 GEFGreif, Inc. | $3.9B | $84.31 | $85.50 | +1.4% | Hold | 19.6x | 13 |
 SONSonoco Products Company | $5.0B | $50.63 | $62.00 | +22.5% | Hold | 8.7x | 21 |
 IPInternational Paper Company | $18.9B | $35.70 | $50.14 | +40.4% | Buy | 26.2x | 29 |
 PKGPackaging Corporation of America | $21.5B | $240.98 | $272.86 | +13.2% | Hold | 22.9x | 26 |
 WYWeyerhaeuser Company | $15.3B | $21.17 | $29.00 | +37.0% | Buy | 64.4x | 25 |
 PCHPotlatchDeltic Corporation | $3.2B | $41.73 | $50.67 | +21.4% | Hold | 53.8x | 13 |
 RYNRayonier Inc. | $3.1B | $19.86 | $24.33 | +22.5% | Hold | 47.6x | 27 |
 LPXLouisiana-Pacific Corporation | $4.8B | $68.02 | $95.71 | +40.7% | Buy | 63.5x | 24 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MERC stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for MERC is $2.25, representing 597.2% upside from the current price of $0.3227. With 9 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
MERC has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 9 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is leaning bearish, with 2 Sell/Strong Sell ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $2.25 implies 597.2% upside from current levels.
MERC's current price is $0.3227 with a consensus target of $2.25 (597.2% implied move). Analyst estimates suggest the stock is undervalued at current levels.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $2.25 for MERC, while the most conservative target is $2.25. The consensus of $2.25 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
MERC is moderately covered, with 9 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 1 have Buy ratings, 6 recommend Hold, and 2 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month MERC stock forecast based on 9 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $2.25, with estimates ranging from $2.25 (bear case) to $2.25 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold".
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on MERC, with a "Hold" consensus rating and $2.25 price target (597.2% upside). 1 of 9 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
MERC analyst price targets range from $2.25 to $2.25, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $2.25 consensus represents the middle ground.
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