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This will be well below the normalized cross-cycle average of 90% to 95% and would result in supply exceeding demand by more than 500,000 tons. These low utilization rates have led to margin pressure, resulting in returns that can support investments into our capital-intensive industry. This is simply not a sustainable position to be in for the industry, which is why we believe that the industry will rebalance supply with demand in the medium to long term. As we previously discussed, there are several poten ...

Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsSloan Bohlen - Investor RelationsArsen Kitch - President and CEOSherri Baker - SVP and CFOConference Call ParticipantsSean Steuart - AnalystMatthew McKellar - AnalystOperatorThank you for standing by. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to today's Clearwater Paper Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's rema ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $18 million, at the high end of the guidance range of $10 to $20 million, with year-to-date adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations at $87 million, up from $26 million in the same period last year [4][14] - Net sales reached $399 million, a 1% increase year-over-year, driven by a 3% increase in paperboard shipment volumes, partially offset by lower market pricing [13][14] - Net loss from continuing operations was $54 million, or $3.34 per diluted share, primarily due to a $48 million non-cash goodwill impairment [13][14] - The company generated $34 million in cash from operations and approximately $3.5 million in free cash flows during the quarter [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully completed all three planned major maintenance outages for 2025, with costs of $24 million for the Lewiston outage and $16 million for the Augusta outage [4][5] - Fixed cost reduction initiatives are tracking to around $50 million in savings for the year, exceeding the original estimate of $30 to $40 million [5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted that a competitor is ramping up new SBS capacity, potentially adding up to 10% additional supply to the industry, which could lead to utilization rates dropping to the low 80% range by year-end [6][7] - Current industry oversupply is primarily limited to SBS, but it is impacting other paperboard substrates, with pricing correlations historically observed between SBS, CUK, and CRB [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is exploring adding CUK swing capability to one of its SBS machines, with an estimated capital requirement of approximately $50 million and a projected return of over 20% [11][12] - The company remains focused on defending its SBS market share and maintaining a strong balance sheet, with a target leverage ratio in the 1 to 2 times range and cross-cycle EBITDA margins of 13 to 14% [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the paperboard market, emphasizing the demand for sustainable and renewable packaging solutions [19] - The company expects adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 to be between $13 to $23 million, anticipating slightly lower paperboard shipments due to seasonality [16][18] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $2 million of shares, bringing the total to $20 million against a $100 million authorization [15] - Initial assumptions for 2026 include revenue of around $1.45 to $1.55 billion and a capacity utilization rate in the mid-80% range [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Decision to hold the CUK swing capacity project - The decision to hold the project is due to prioritizing a strong balance sheet and focusing on running SBS mills, with a target leverage ratio in the 1 to 2 times range [23] Question: Market outlook for SBS and import relief - Management is hopeful for a net capacity reduction of 350,000 tons in the first half of 2026, with some signs of reduced European imports [25] Question: Maintenance schedule for 2026 - The cost for maintenance in 2026 is expected to be similar to 2025 levels, with specific schedules to be finalized and communicated in February [27] Question: Incremental strength in shipments and product categories - The company saw strength in food service sales, with optimism from customers and potential import relief contributing to stronger demand [33] Question: Working capital improvements for 2026 - The target for working capital improvements of $20 million will primarily focus on inventory reductions, expected to be achieved in the second half of the year [39]

Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker4Thank you for standing by. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to today's Clearwater Paper Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's remarks, there will be a question and answer session. If you'd like to ask a question during this time, simply press star followed by the number one on your telephone keypad. Once again, sta ...

Financial Performance & Outlook - Clearwater reported Net Sales from continuing operations of $399 million in Q3 2025, a 3% increase compared to Q3 2024 and a 6% increase compared to Q2 2025[10] - The company experienced a Net Loss from continuing operations of $54 million in Q3 2025, which includes a non-cash goodwill impairment of $45 million[10, 11] - Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations was $178 million with a margin of 4%, towards the higher end of the guidance range[10, 11] - Q4 2025 Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be between $13 million and $23 million, influenced by seasonality and a major maintenance outage at the Augusta, GA mill costing approximately $16 million[15] - For FY 2026, revenue is projected to be $145 billion to $155 billion, with a capacity utilization rate in the mid-80% range[15] Strategic Initiatives & Industry Trends - The company is targeting Adjusted EBITDA margins of 13% to 14% across the paperboard industry cycle, aiming for a 40-50% Adjusted EBITDA to free cash flow conversion rate, or over $100 million per year[5] - Clearwater is focused on reducing its fixed cost structure by $30 million to $40 million in 2025, with current tracking suggesting savings of approximately $50 million[5] - The company is exploring options to expand its product offering, including post-consumer recycled content, compostable plates, lightweight folding carton, poly-free coatings/barriers, unbleached paperboard grade (CUK), and recycled paperboard grade (CRB)[7] - Industry trends indicate a modest shipment growth expected in 2025 and a demand growth of approximately 3% projected for 2026[8] - Bleached paperboard net exports are expected to improve in 2025, with imports forecasted to decrease by approximately 4% and exports forecasted to decrease by approximately 2% compared to 2024[8]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ý Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2025 or ¨ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-34146 CLEARWATER PAPER CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-3594554 (State or oth ...

"We delivered a strong third quarter that was on the upper end of our expected adjusted EBITDA range, driven by higher shipments, improved production, and continued execution of our fixed cost reduction efforts,†said Arsen Kitch, president and chief executive officer. "Our Lewiston team also did an outstanding job completing the major maintenance outage as planned.†OVERALL RESULTS For the third quarter of 2025, Clearwater Paper reported net sales of $399 million compared to $393 million for the third quar ...

Group 1 - Clearwater Paper was initially rated neutral due to a lack of catalysts, limited growth, and high maintenance CAPEX, but was upgraded to Buy in early July 2025, which was considered an ill-timed call as Q2 results were not favorable [1] - The analysis is conducted by buy-side hedge professionals focusing on fundamental, income-oriented, long-term analysis across sectors globally in developed markets [1] Group 2 - There are no disclosed stock, option, or similar derivative positions in any of the companies mentioned, nor are there plans to initiate such positions within the next 72 hours [2] - The article expresses the author's own opinions and is not compensated for it, except from Seeking Alpha [2]