Louisiana-pacific (LPX) Stock
North American manufacturer of engineered wood products. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Louisiana-pacific in October 2026.
Louisiana‑Pacific Corporation (LPX) is a North American manufacturer of engineered wood products and building materials, including oriented strand board (OSB), siding and structural panels used in residential and light commercial construction. The business is cyclical: revenue and profitability tend to follow housing starts, renovation activity and commodity wood prices. LPX emphasises operational efficiency, product innovation (weather-resistant siding and engineered panels) and distribution scale to compete on cost and performance. Its market-cap (~$6.45bn) places it in the mid-cap building‑materials space, where capital spending, inventory and input costs matter. Investors should weigh the company’s exposure to the housing cycle, interest rates, and raw-material volatility. This is general educational information only, not personal financial advice; suitability depends on your circumstances and you should consult an authorised adviser before making decisions.
Louisiana-pacific (LPX) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$93.38
+26.6% vs today's $73.76
Price range over the last 12 months
In the middle of its 12-month range
Analysts covering Louisiana-pacific have a consensus 12-month target of $93.38, above the current price of $73.76.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 25 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Louisiana-Pacific's stock with a target price of $93.38, indicating strong growth potential.
Financial Health
Louisiana-Pacific Corp has strong revenue and cash flow, but its profit margins could improve.
Dividend
Louisiana-Pacific Corp's dividend yield of 1.57% indicates a modest return for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $15.70 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Growth Tied to Housing
Sales and profits often move with housing starts and renovations, so macro housing trends can boost or dent performance; cyclical swings are common.
Product Innovation Focus
Engineered wood and weather‑resistant products can command premiums and support differentiation, though input‑cost pressures and execution risk remain.
Sustainable Building Trend
Rising interest in low‑carbon building materials could support engineered wood demand, but adoption rates and regulatory support vary by region.
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