2025 First Quarter Results May 1, 2025 Paper | Packaging | Solutions Smurfit Westrock Q1 | 2025 Results | 2 Forward Looking Statements The presentation includes certain "forward-looking statements" (including within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) regarding, among other things, the plans, strategies, outcomes, outlooks, and prospects, both business and financial, of Smurfit Westrock, the expected benefi ...

May 1, 2025 © 2025 Graphic Packaging Holding Company Forward-Looking Statements CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Any statements of the Company's expectations in these slides, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the timing of the completion and startup of the Waco, Texas facility, the timing of the closure of the Middletown, Ohio recycled paperboard manufacturing facility, Innovation Sales Growth in 2025, inflation, decreases in consumer spending and growth in mass re ...

通富微电（ [Table_StockNameRptType] 002156） 公司点评 产能多地布局，与大客户共成长 | | | | [Table_BaseData] 收盘价（元） | 25.62 | | --- | --- | | 近 12 个月最高/最低（元） | 37.80/17.88 | | 总股本（百万股） | 1,518 | | 流通股本（百万股） | 1,517 | | 流通股比例（%） | 99.99 | | 总市值（亿元） | 389 | | 流通市值（亿元） | 389 | [公司价格与沪深 Table_Chart] 300 走势比较 -23% 4% 32% 59% 86% 4/24 7/24 10/24 1/25 通富微电 沪深300 主要观点： ⚫[Table_Summary] 事件 2025 年 4 月 30 日，通富微电公告 2025 年一季度报告，公司 1Q25 实 现营业收入 60.9 亿元，同比增长 15.3%，归母净利润 1.0 亿元，同比 增长 2.9%，扣非归母净利润 1.0 亿元，同比增长 10.2%。 ⚫ 产能多地布局，与大客户共成长 公司 1Q25 实现营业收入 ...

Core Viewpoint - Graphic Packaging Holding Company has announced a new $1.5 billion share repurchase authorization, increasing the total available authorization to $1.865 billion as of April 30, 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Share Repurchase Authorization - The new authorization allows for share repurchases through open market transactions, privately negotiated deals, and Rule 10b5-1 plans, depending on market conditions and the company's financial status [2]. - The previous share repurchase authorization from July 27, 2023, had $365 million remaining, which is now combined with the new authorization [1]. Group 2: Financial Strategy and Dividend - The company's President and CEO, Michael Doss, indicated that capital spending needs will decline significantly as the Vision 2025 investment nears completion, allowing for excess cash generation [3]. - The Board of Directors has approved a 10% increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.11 per share, which was paid on April 5, 2025, to stockholders of record as of March 15, 2025 [3]. Group 3: Commitment to Shareholder Returns - The company plans to measure potential investments against the alternative of repurchasing stock and aims to return a substantial amount of cash to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases in the future [4].

Core Insights - Amcor reported $3.33 billion in revenue for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 2.3% [1] - The EPS for the same period was $0.18, unchanged from a year ago, with no EPS surprise against the consensus estimate [1] - The reported revenue was a surprise of -4.37% compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.49 billion [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Rigid Packaging net sales were $728 million, falling short of the $795.13 million average estimate, representing a year-over-year decline of 10.5% [4] - Flexible net sales reached $2.61 billion, slightly below the $2.67 billion estimate, with a year-over-year increase of 0.3% [4] - Adjusted EBIT for Flexibles was $357 million, compared to the average estimate of $372.48 million [4] - Adjusted EBIT for Corporate expenses was -$28 million, better than the average estimate of -$31.37 million [4] - Adjusted EBIT for Rigid Packaging was $55 million, below the average estimate of $69.01 million [4] Stock Performance - Amcor shares have returned -4.9% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.2% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), indicating potential underperformance relative to the broader market in the near term [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Amcor reported net sales of CHF 3.3 billion and EBIT of CHF 384 million, both marginally higher than the previous year [13] - Adjusted EPS grew by 5% on a comparable basis, benefiting from cost management and improved healthcare volumes [14] - The company expects adjusted EPS for fiscal 2025 to be in the range of $0.72 to $0.74 per share [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Flexibles segment, volumes increased by 1%, with modest share gains in healthcare and protein, but offset by weaker consumer demand in North America [15] - The Rigid Packaging segment faced challenges, with net sales approximately 3% lower than last year due to a 2% decline in volumes and unfavorable price mix [19] - Adjusted EBIT for the Rigid Packaging segment was £55 million, impacted by lower volumes and price mix headwinds [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American volumes declined by low single digits, particularly in the Beverage sector, while Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America saw low to mid single-digit growth [16] - Healthcare volumes improved, with medical volumes up in the high single digits, indicating a recovery in pharmaceutical packaging demand [17] - The overall demand environment in North America became more variable and uncertain, affecting consumer demand [23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The merger with Berry Global is expected to deliver significant synergies, with an identified total of €650 million over three years, leading to an estimated EPS accretion of over 35% [11] - The company aims to refine its portfolio mix to focus on higher value, faster-growing end markets, enhancing growth rates and margins [10] - Amcor is committed to maintaining a strong investment-grade balance sheet while increasing long-term EPS growth and shareholder value [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving synergies despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, with a clear visibility to significant EPS growth driven by synergies alone [25] - The company anticipates muted overall demand in Q4, aligning with the current macroeconomic conditions and uncertainty around tariff impacts [23] - Management highlighted the importance of understanding consumer behavior changes, particularly in response to inflation and economic uncertainty [70] Other Important Information - The company has returned £550 million in cash to shareholders through a growing dividend, with a declared dividend of $12.75 per share, a 2% increase from the previous year [22] - Amcor's R&D investment is approximately €180 million annually, with over 1,500 R&D professionals dedicated to addressing complex challenges in functionality and sustainability [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on North American volume decline - Management noted that North American Beverage business saw high single-digit volume declines, primarily due to weak consumer demand and inflationary pressures [31][32] Question: Synergy-driven EPS growth assumptions - Management confirmed that the €260 million in synergies expected for fiscal 2026 is achievable even in a challenging macro environment, with confidence in delivering these synergies [41][42] Question: Breakdown of procurement synergies - Management indicated that procurement synergies will be a major contributor, with initial focus on SG&A, followed by procurement and operations [47][50] Question: Impact of consumer behavior on growth outlook - Management acknowledged that consumer demand has weakened, leading to changes in purchasing behavior, which affects customer forecasts [70][72] Question: Structural issues in North American Beverage business - Management clarified that the current volume decline is not deemed structural, and improvements are expected as volumes recover [80][82]

Core Insights - Amcor has successfully completed its all-stock combination with Berry Global, enhancing its position as a global leader in consumer and healthcare packaging solutions [2][3][4] - The merger is expected to deliver significant synergies, with an estimated $650 million in total synergies by the end of fiscal year 2028, leading to an adjusted EPS accretion of approximately 12% in fiscal year 2026 [1][4] - The company anticipates annual cash flow exceeding $3 billion by fiscal year 2028, providing substantial capacity for organic reinvestment, value-accretive M&A, and shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases [1][4] Financial Projections - Amcor expects to achieve $260 million in pre-tax synergies in fiscal 2026, contributing to the overall EPS growth [4] - By the end of fiscal 2028, total pre-tax synergy benefits are projected to reach approximately $650 million, along with an additional $280 million in one-time cash benefits from working capital improvements [4] - The expected annual cash flow of over $3 billion by fiscal 2028 will enhance the company's ability to invest in growth and return value to shareholders [1][4] Strategic Positioning - The merger allows Amcor to refine its portfolio, enhance average growth rates, margins, and cash generation, positioning the company to meet evolving customer and consumer needs [2][3][5] - Amcor's CEO emphasized the importance of leveraging the combined company's global footprint and enhanced innovation capabilities to drive consistent growth and improve margins [4][5] - The integration of Amcor and Berry Global is expected to create a stronger company with a broader offering for customers, ultimately driving long-term value creation for shareholders [4][5]

Crown Holdings, Inc. (CCK) reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.67, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.22 by a solid margin of 37%. The bottom line marked a 64% improvement year over year. The earnings growth was driven by higher beverage can shipments across the Americas and Europe, enhanced manufacturing efficiencies and cost savings from the company’s restructuring initiatives.Including one-time items, the company reported earnings from continuing operations of $1.6 ...

Core Viewpoint - Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. (AMBP) is experiencing solid improvements in earnings estimates, which may lead to continued positive stock momentum [1][2]. Earnings Estimates - Analysts show growing optimism regarding Ardagh's earnings prospects, reflected in upward revisions of earnings estimates [2]. - The consensus earnings estimate for the current quarter is $0.07 per share, indicating a year-over-year increase of +16.67% [5]. - Over the past 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current quarter has risen by 40%, with two estimates moving higher and no negative revisions [5]. - For the full year, the expected earnings are $0.20 per share, representing a year-over-year change of +11.11% [6]. - The consensus estimate for the full year has increased by 13.21% due to three estimates moving higher and no negative revisions [6][7]. Zacks Rank - Ardagh Metal Packaging currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), indicating promising estimate revisions and potential for outperformance [8]. - Stocks with Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) and 2 (Buy) have historically outperformed the S&P 500 [8]. Stock Performance - The shares of Ardagh Metal Packaging have increased by 23.9% over the past four weeks, suggesting strong investor confidence in its earnings growth prospects [9].

Core Insights - Berry Global reported revenue of $2.52 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting an 18.1% decrease year-over-year, but exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.69% [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $1.55, down from $1.95 in the same quarter last year, and surpassed the consensus EPS estimate of $1.52 by 1.97% [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Net Sales in Consumer Packaging - International reached $970 million, exceeding the average estimate of $929.31 million, with a year-over-year change of +0.2% [4] - Net Sales in Flexibles amounted to $761 million, surpassing the average estimate of $749.68 million, showing a year-over-year increase of +7% [4] - Net Sales in Consumer Packaging - North America was $789 million, above the average estimate of $775.18 million, reflecting a +5.1% year-over-year change [4] - Operating EBITDA for Consumer Packaging - International was $168 million, compared to the average estimate of $160.91 million [4] - Operating EBITDA for Flexibles reached $126 million, slightly above the average estimate of $124.93 million [4] - Operating EBITDA for Consumer Packaging - North America was $142 million, below the average estimate of $150.66 million [4] Stock Performance - Berry Global's shares have returned -4.2% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite experienced a -0.2% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating potential performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]