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Amcor trims portfolio as Berry integration progresses
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-06 11:00
Core Insights - Amcor reported a net sales of $5.75 billion for Q1 FY2026, reflecting a 71.3% year-over-year increase, marking the first full quarter of integration with Berry Global [1] - The company achieved $38 million in deal synergies from the Berry Global acquisition, with net income attributable to Amcor rising to $262 million from $191 million a year prior [1] - Amcor's guidance for FY2026 includes projected pre-tax synergy benefits of at least $260 million from the Berry acquisition, with expectations of $650 million total by the end of FY2028 [1] Financial Performance - Global flexibles net sales reached $3.26 billion, up 27.6% year over year, while global rigid packaging net sales surged to $2.49 billion, a 210.6% increase year over year [1] - Volume performance in the flexibles unit declined by approximately 2.8% compared to the previous year, while rigid packaging volumes decreased about 1% year over year, excluding the North American beverage business [1] Market Trends - End market performance was described as a "mixed bag," with resilient demand in priority markets like pet care, but challenges in sectors influenced by "value-conscious" consumer behavior, such as meat and protein, food service, and beauty and wellness [1] - In North America, growth in healthcare and beauty and wellness offset weaknesses in nutrition categories, while the North American beverage business is under review for potential alternatives, including joint ventures or partnerships [1] Strategic Actions - Amcor has entered agreements to divest two businesses for approximately $100 million, with ongoing reviews of non-core assets expected to lead to additional actions this fiscal year [1] - The company anticipates free cash flow for FY26 to be between $1.8 billion and $1.9 billion, after accounting for integration and transaction costs related to the Berry acquisition [1]