Company Description
Magnera Corporation (NYSE: MAGN) is a global specialty materials company serving more than 1,000 customers worldwide. According to the company’s public disclosures, Magnera offers material solutions that include components for absorbent hygiene products, protective apparel, wipes, specialty building and construction products, and products serving the food and beverage industry. The company is classified in the Basic Materials sector, within the paper and paper products and specialty materials space.
Magnera states that it operates a global manufacturing footprint, with disclosures referencing approximately 45 to 46 production facilities worldwide and thousands of employees supporting its operations. The company’s materials are used in consumer-oriented and infrastructure-related end markets, with applications in disposable and durable products. Its activities are organized into at least two operating and reportable segments described as Americas and Rest of World, reflecting its geographic reach.
In its proxy materials, Magnera describes its purpose as "to better the world with possibilities made real" and its promise as the co-creation of material solutions that help customers achieve their goals and address end‑user needs. Public statements emphasize long-standing relationships with customers and a broad portfolio of products that provide multiple material choices. The company highlights that it has delivered material solutions for more than 160 years, indicating a long corporate history in materials-related businesses.
Magnera’s filings and press releases describe it as a specialty materials supplier to consumer products and personal care markets, among others. The company reports that it serves absorbent hygiene markets, protective apparel, wipes, and building and construction applications, as well as food and beverage uses. These disclosures indicate that Magnera’s business is closely tied to consumer and industrial demand for specialized material components.
Magnera’s operations are supported by a significant physical asset base. Public financial statements reference substantial property, plant and equipment, as well as goodwill and other intangible assets, reflecting both manufacturing infrastructure and acquired businesses. The company has also reported a merger with Glatfelter in its earnings materials, and its segment reporting and comparable metrics reference this transaction as an important factor in recent financial results.
From a corporate governance perspective, Magnera’s definitive proxy statement outlines a board of directors that includes an independent chair and a majority of independent directors. The board maintains committees such as Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, and the company highlights practices including majority voting standards for directors, proxy access, stock ownership requirements for directors and officers, and regular board and committee self‑assessments. The proxy materials also describe compensation programs that place a strong emphasis on performance‑based pay and alignment with shareholder interests.
Magnera’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MAGN, as confirmed in its Form 8‑K filings. The company is incorporated in Pennsylvania and reports its financial and operating results through periodic SEC filings, including annual reports, quarterly reports, current reports on Form 8‑K, and proxy statements. These documents provide details on its segment performance, cash flows, capital structure, and non‑GAAP financial measures such as adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow.
In its public communications, Magnera has described initiatives such as Project CORE (Capacity Optimization and Resource Efficiency), which is characterized as a transformation program aimed at optimizing its global footprint and improving operational efficiency. As part of this program, the company announced the wind‑down of operations at a site in Pilar, Argentina, while indicating that it would continue to meet existing customer commitments and leverage its broader global network to support demand.
Magnera also participates in investor conferences and hosts regular earnings calls, as reflected in announcements about appearances at leveraged finance, materials, and industrials and chemicals conferences, as well as scheduled quarterly and annual results webcasts. Through these events and its SEC filings, the company provides updates on its financial condition, operational performance, and strategic priorities.
For investors and analysts, Magnera’s disclosures highlight several recurring themes: a broad customer base across consumer and industrial applications, a global manufacturing footprint structured into Americas and Rest of World segments, the integration of acquired operations such as Glatfelter, and an emphasis on governance practices and performance‑linked executive compensation.
Stock Performance
Magnera (MAGN) stock last traded at $9.37, down 3.15% from the previous close. Over the past 12 months, the stock has lost 52.5%, ranking #1,920 in 52-week price change. At a market capitalization of $364.9M, MAGN is classified as a small-cap stock with approximately 35.9M shares outstanding.
Latest News
Magnera has 10 recent news articles. Of the recent coverage, 5 articles coincided with positive price movement and 5 with negative movement. Key topics include earnings, earnings date, conferences. View all MAGN news →
SEC Filings
Magnera has filed 5 recent SEC filings, including 4 Form 4, 1 Form 8-K. The most recent filing was submitted on March 12, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all MAGN SEC filings →
Financial Highlights
Magnera generated $3.2B in revenue over the trailing twelve months, retaining a 10.5% gross margin, operating income reached $5.0M (0.2% operating margin), and net income was -$159.0M, reflecting a -5.0% net profit margin. Diluted earnings per share stood at $-4.47. The company generated $103.0M in operating cash flow. With a current ratio of 2.37, the balance sheet reflects a strong liquidity position.
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Short Interest History
Short interest in Magnera (MAGN) currently stands at 3.7 million shares, up 1.1% from the previous reporting period, representing 11.4% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has increased by 59.1%. This moderate level of short interest indicates notable bearish positioning. The 8.0 days to cover indicates moderate liquidity for short covering.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Magnera (MAGN) currently stands at 8.0 days, up 8.4% from the previous period. This moderate days-to-cover ratio suggests reasonable liquidity for short covering, requiring about a week of average trading volume. The ratio has shown significant volatility over the period, ranging from 1.3 to 10.4 days.
MAGN Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Magnera (MAGN) operates in the Household & Personal Products industry within the broader Paper Mills sector and is listed on the NYSE. In monthly performance, the stock ranks #2,009 among all tracked companies.
Investors comparing MAGN often look at related companies in the same sector, including Clearwater Paper (CLW), Sylvamo Corp (SLVM), Verso Corp (VRS), Mercer Intl (MERC), and Suzano S.A. (SUZ). Comparing financial metrics, valuation ratios, and stock performance across these peers can help investors evaluate MAGN's relative position within its industry.