Core Viewpoint - Mondi reported resilient earnings and stronger operating cash flow for the full year 2025, despite facing a prolonged cyclical downturn in the packaging and paper markets [4] Financial Performance - Underlying EBITDA for 2025 was EUR 1.0 billion, slightly down from EUR 1.049 billion in the previous year, with cash generated from operations increasing to EUR 1.072 billion [2][4] - Overall input costs remained flat year-over-year, with labor inflation being the main cost driver [2][4] - Net debt at the end of the year was EUR 2.6 billion, representing a leverage ratio of 2.6x, with approximately EUR 1.3 billion in liquidity and no debt maturities until 2028 [7][8] Capital Allocation - Cash capital expenditure for 2026 was reduced to about EUR 550 million, focusing on maintenance and targeted cost optimization [5][13] - The board recommended an ordinary dividend of EUR 0.2825 per share, aligning with the company's stated dividend cover policy [5][14] Cost Management and Restructuring - The company implemented a broad cost and efficiency program, including a reduction of approximately 1,000 jobs over the last 12 months and three planned plant closures in Hungary, Germany, and Turkey [6][9] - A combined corrugated and uncoated paper business unit was established to enhance operational synergies and decision-making [10] Market Conditions - Corrugated packaging margins faced pressure due to supply-demand imbalances and intense competition, with European box demand increasing by about 2% in 2025 [15] - Uncoated fine paper prices were under significant pressure, while Mondi's South African business was affected by a strong rand [16] - Flexible packaging saw strong volume growth, particularly in the global paper bags business, driven by e-commerce demand [17] Future Outlook - Management expressed readiness to benefit from a market upswing, emphasizing that deleveraging will depend on net debt management and EBITDA improvements [19]

Performance in 2025 was defined by the successful integration of the Augusta Mill and the separation of the tissue business, both completed ahead of schedule. Management attributes current margin pressure to a significant supply-demand imbalance in Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS), exacerbated by a competitor adding 500,000 tons of new capacity. The company achieved $50,000,000 in fixed cost reductions during 2025 and separately reduced its corporate SG&A headcount by 40% as part of broader workforce redu ...

Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, Sylvamo reported adjusted EBITDA of $125 million with a 14% margin and $38 million of free cash flow, while adjusted operating earnings were $1.08 per share [1] - For the full year 2025, the company achieved $448 million in adjusted EBITDA, representing a 13% margin, and $44 million in free cash flow, with adjusted operating earnings of $3.54 per share [2] - Sylvamo ended 2025 with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.6 times, indicating a strong financial position [2] Market Conditions - The European market remains a significant near-term challenge, with cut-size paper prices finishing 2025 approximately €100 per ton below 2024 levels [4] - Management has communicated price increases to European customers, expected to be realized in Q2 2026, while also pursuing mix and cost improvements at Saillat and Nymölla [7] - The European industry supply-demand environment continues to be challenging, although there are signs of improvement as pulp prices began to rebound in Q4 2025 [6] Capital Expenditure and Investments - 2026 is characterized as a "transition year" due to upgrades at the Eastover mill, with planned capital expenditures of about $245 million, including approximately $145 million at Eastover [5][10] - The Eastover projects are expected to add 60,000 tons of uncoated freesheet, reduce costs, and improve mix and efficiency [11] - The company plans to source about 80,000 tons from Europe to bridge supply, which will negatively impact adjusted EBITDA in Europe by about $20 million [12] Strategic Focus - Management emphasized disciplined capital allocation and announced the discontinuation of quarterly adjusted EBITDA outlook to align external communications with business management [15] - The company paused share repurchases in Q4 2025 due to expected cash demands from capital intensity and inventory build, with dividends and share repurchases totaling $155 million in 2025 [16] - Looking ahead, Sylvamo anticipates low points in free cash flow generation for 2025 and 2026, with potential to generate over $300 million in annual free cash flow as industry conditions improve [17]

Group 1 - The company, International Paper, is splitting into two publicly traded companies [1] - One company will retain the International Paper brand for North American operations [1] - The other company will be created for operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa [1]

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Core Viewpoint - TotalEnergies has entered into a long-term agreement to supply renewable electricity to SWM, indicating a strategic move towards sustainable energy solutions in the manufacturing sector [1] Group 1: Company Details - TotalEnergies will supply 800 gigawatt-hours of renewable electricity to SWM over a period of 10 years [1] - The agreement covers three sites located in France, showcasing TotalEnergies' commitment to expanding its renewable energy footprint [1]

Core Insights - The U.S. logistics, manufacturing, and supply-chain sectors are experiencing significant layoffs, facility closures, and bankruptcy filings, affecting over 2,200 workers nationwide as companies face challenges such as lost contracts, high costs, excess capacity, and tighter credit conditions [6]. Company-Specific Summaries - Kroehler Furniture Co. has permanently closed its manufacturing facility in Conover, North Carolina, resulting in the layoff of more than 275 employees as part of a restructuring to improve long-term viability amid high wood fiber and energy costs [1]. - Packaging Corporation of America plans to lay off about 200 employees at its containerboard mill in Wallula, Washington, following the permanent shutdown of a paper machine and kraft pulping operations [2]. - AVI Food Systems is set to lay off 297 employees in Philadelphia due to a facility closure, impacting large institutional foodservice operations [4]. - RailCrew Xpress is laying off over 400 employees across multiple states after losing a major contract with CSX [5]. - I Squared Logistics has laid off 160 workers in North Carolina after abruptly shutting down operations as an Amazon delivery service partner [8]. - The Giant Co. plans to close five e-commerce fulfillment centers in Pennsylvania, resulting in the layoff of 128 workers [9]. - United Parcel Service is closing a distribution facility in Montgomery, Alabama, leading to the layoff of 128 employees as part of a broader restructuring [11]. - Comprehensive Logistics laid off 105 workers in Georgia after losing a major contract [12]. - Archer Daniels Midland will close its Memphis facility, resulting in the layoff of 95 employees as part of a new joint venture [13]. - FedEx is laying off 89 employees at a facility in Fort Worth, Texas, as part of its multiyear Network 2.0 reorganization [14]. - Microplastics Inc. has laid off 86 employees and shut down its Illinois plant amid asset sale negotiations [15]. - Post Consumer Brands is cutting 71 jobs at its Michigan cereal plant after halting production of several product lines [16]. - U.S. Endodontics is laying off 70 workers from its Tennessee facility, with no reason provided for the reduction [17]. - GNC is laying off 66 workers from its Phoenix distribution center, with no disclosed reason [18]. - United Piston Ring is closing its Wisconsin plant, resulting in the layoff of about 60 employees as part of a restructuring [19]. - Ryder Integrated Logistics is laying off 59 employees following the closure of a facility in Illinois [20]. - Ample Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid severe cash shortages, reducing its workforce from approximately 120-160 to just a few employees [21][22]. - FlexShopper Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reporting less than $1 million in assets and liabilities ranging from $100 million to $500 million [23][24]. - Food52 Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing sustained cash burn and declining demand, with revenue dropping from approximately $160 million in 2021 to about $74.7 million in 2024 [26][28].

Core Viewpoint - UPM and Sappi have signed a nonbinding letter of intent to create a joint venture focused on the graphic paper market, with both companies owning equal shares in the venture [1][2]. Group 1: Joint Venture Details - The joint venture will encompass UPM's Communication Paper business and Sappi's Graphics Paper business in Europe [2]. - This collaboration reflects both companies' long-term commitment to the graphic paper market, aiming to solidify their dedication through actionable steps [2]. Group 2: Shared Values and Culture - UPM and Sappi share common values and similar corporate cultures, emphasizing quality, reliability, and sustainability, which are expected to contribute to the joint venture's success [3].

Financial Performance - Sylvamo's Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $151 million, compared to $82 million in Q2 2025 and $193 million in Q3 2024[13] - The Adjusted EBITDA margin for Q3 2025 was 18%, up from 10% in Q2 2025 but down from 20% in Q3 2024[13] - Adjusted Operating Earnings per Share for Q3 2025 was $1.44, compared to $0.37 in Q2 2025 and $2.44 in Q3 2024[13] - Free Cash Flow for Q3 2025 was $33 million, a significant increase from -$2 million in Q2 2025 but lower than $119 million in Q3 2024[13] Market Conditions and Outlook - Uncoated freesheet sales volume increased 7% quarter-over-quarter[12] - Demand in Europe (excluding CIS) was down 5% year-over-year, while supply was down 7% year-over-year[16] - Brazil demand was up 3% year-over-year, while Other Latin America (OLA) demand was down 5%[16] - North America demand was stable year-over-year, with supply recently reduced by approximately 6%[16] Strategic Initiatives - Sylvamo expects to receive approximately 260,000 tons of uncoated freesheet from Riverdale in 2025 and approximately 100,000 tons in 2026[19] - Sylvamo's forestlands in Brazil were appraised at approximately BRL 5 billion in October 2025[20] - The company returned $60 million to shareowners in the quarter[12]

Financial Performance - The company's Q3 2025 sales were $6222 million, compared to $6142 million in Q2 2025 and $3979 million in Q3 2024[23] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $859 million, up from $670 million in Q2 2025 and $366 million in Q3 2024[24] - The Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 138% in Q3 2025, compared to 109% in Q2 2025 and 92% in Q3 2024[25] - The company reported an Adjusted EBIT loss of $240 million in Q3 2025, compared to an Adjusted EBIT of $239 million in Q2 2025 and $158 million in Q3 2024[26] - Adjusted Operating EPS was $(043) in Q3 2025, compared to $018 in Q2 2025 and $033 in Q3 2024[27] - Free cash flow was $150 million in Q3 2025, compared to $54 million in Q2 2025 and $309 million in Q3 2024[28] Packaging Solutions North America (PS NA) - PS NA YTD Adjusted EBITDA increased from $123 billion in 2024 to $172 billion in 2025, a 40% increase[16] - PS NA YTD Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 370 bps, from 120% in 2024 to 157% in 2025[16] - PS NA Adjusted EBITDA increased from $515 million in Q2 2025 to $655 million in Q3 2025[30] - The company expects PS NA Adjusted EBITDA to be $600 million in Q4 2025[37] Packaging Solutions EMEA (PS EMEA) - PS EMEA Adjusted EBITDA increased from $194 million in Q2 2025 to $209 million in Q3 2025[30] - The company expects PS EMEA Adjusted EBITDA to be $230 million in Q4 2025[44] Strategic Initiatives and Targets - The company is targeting approximately $06 billion in incremental Adjusted EBITDA for 2026 from cost out and commercial actions[49] - The company updated its 2025 net sales target to approximately $240 billion and Adjusted EBITDA target to approximately $30 billion[51] - The company updated its 2027 net sales target to approximately $255 billion and Adjusted EBITDA target to approximately $50 billion[51]