BCC (Boise Cascade Co) Financial Strength: 7 (As of Jun. 2026) — 13% Below Median

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BCC Boise Cascade Co BCC
76 GF Score
Price $79.21
GF Value $104.19
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Boise Cascade Co Financial Strength?

Boise Cascade Co BCC +2.71% 76 Financial Strength is 7 as of Jun. 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates BCC with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $104.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Boise Cascade Co has the Financial Strength Rank of 7.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Boise Cascade Co's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 11.82. Boise Cascade Co's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.07. As of today, Boise Cascade Co's Altman Z-Score is 4.29.


Boise Cascade Co  (NYSE:BCC) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Boise Cascade Co has the Financial Strength Rank of 7.


Boise Cascade Co Financial Strength Related Terms


BCC vs UFPI, JCTC, SSD: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Boise Cascade Co Financial Strength vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength falls into.


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Boise Cascade Co Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Boise Cascade Co's Interest Expense for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was $-7 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was $84 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was $537 Mil.

Boise Cascade Co's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Interest Coverage=-1*Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=-1*83.976/-7.106
=11.82

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Boise Cascade Co's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(0 + 536.639) / 7325.34
=0.07

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Boise Cascade Co has a Z-score of 4.29, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 4.29 is strong.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 7 mean?
Boise Cascade Co (BCC) has a Financial Strength of 7 as of Jun. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Boise Cascade Co and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength has ranged from 3.00 to 9.00.
Is Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength too high?
Boise Cascade Co's current Financial Strength of 7 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Boise Cascade Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength compare to UFPI and JCTC?
Boise Cascade Co's Financial Strength of 7 can be compared against companies in the Forest Products industry. Historically, Boise Cascade Co's own Financial Strength has ranged from 3.00 to 9.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Forest Products company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Forest Products industry context. However, Financial Strength should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Boise Cascade Co and its competitors. Boise Cascade Co's current Financial Strength is 7, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 8.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Boise Cascade Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boise Cascade Co (BCC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $104.19, compared to a current price of $79.21 — trading 24% below its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 7, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Boise Cascade Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Boise Cascade Co (BCC), the current Financial Strength is 7 as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Boise Cascade Co (BCC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Boise Cascade Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $79.21 is trading 24% below its estimated GF Value™ of $104.19. GuruFocus considers Boise Cascade Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BCC:

  • Financial Strength: 7 (13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: $104.19 vs. price of $79.21 (24% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BCC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Boise Cascade Co Business Description

Other Exchanges BC0:Germany
Address 1111 West Jefferson Street, Suite 300, Boise, ID, USA, 83702-5389
Boise Cascade Co is a producer of engineered wood products (EWP) and plywood. The firm operates in two reportable segments, namely Wood Products and Building Materials Distribution. The Wood Products segment manufactures laminated veneer lumber (LVL), I-joists, and laminated beams. In addition, it manufactures structural, appearance, and industrial-grade plywood panels, and ponderosa pine lumber. The Building Materials Distribution segment is engaged in the distribution of various building materials, including oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, and lumber; general line items such as siding, composite decking, doors and millwork, metal products, roofing, and insulation; and EWP, among others. The company generates a majority of its revenue from the Building Material Distribution segment.
76GF Score

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