UPDATED - Graphic Packaging to Present at Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference on March 4 [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) ("Graphic Packaging"), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Robbert Rietbroek, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Charles ("Chuck") Lischer, Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer, will present at ...

Packaging, envelopes and labelling solutions provider Supremex has posted a 77.6% decrease in net earnings for the fourth quarter of 2025. The company reported net earnings of $1.3m for the three months to December 2025, down from $5.8m during the same period in 2024. Quarterly revenue reached $72.9m, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.6%. The envelope segment generated $48.9m in revenue for the quarter, a slight increase from $48.8m a year earlier. This segment comprised 67.1% of total revenue, dow ...

Market Overview - U.S. equity markets are experiencing volatility due to disappointing corporate guidance, geopolitical tensions, and mixed economic data affecting interest rate outlooks [1][3] - Major indexes have softened after a strong performance led by technology gains, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 121 points (0.24%) to 49,542, S&P 500 down 13 points (0.19%) to 6,868, and Nasdaq Composite down 43 points (0.18%) to 22,712 [2] Economic Data - The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index rose to 16.3 in February, significantly above the consensus estimate of 7.7, indicating continued expansion in regional manufacturing [4] - Initial jobless claims fell more than expected, highlighting the strength of the U.S. labor market [4] - Federal Reserve officials remain cautious about cutting interest rates too soon, with some suggesting potential rate hikes if inflation persists [5] Corporate News - Walmart reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings but issued a cautious profit forecast for 2026, leading to a more than 3% drop in shares [6] - Nvidia is in focus due to a partnership with Meta Platforms for AI chips, although its stock has moderated ahead of its earnings report [7] - Robinhood Markets shares fell 11% after revenue missed forecasts and high expense outlooks were provided [8] - Moderna's stock rose 6% following FDA review news for its flu vaccine candidate [8] - Exxon Mobil shares increased by 2.9% as crude oil prices rose amid geopolitical tensions [8] - Carvana's stock plummeted over 20% after reporting significant profitability loss in Q4 [8] - Smurfit Westrock shares surged 12% after an encouraging five-year financial forecast despite an earnings miss [8] Upcoming Events - Investors are monitoring "Fedspeak" from officials for monetary policy clues, with a primary focus on the upcoming PCE inflation data [9] - Geopolitical developments in the Middle East are influencing oil prices and the global inflation outlook [9]

Valley Wealth Managers, Inc. disclosed a sale of 479,832 shares of Sonoco Products Company (NYSE:SON) in its February 4, 2026, SEC filing, with the estimated trade valued at $19.9 million based on quarterly average pricing. What happened According to a February 4, 2026, SEC filing, Valley Wealth Managers, Inc. sold 479,832 shares of Sonoco Products Company, with the transaction’s estimated value at $19.9 million based on the mean closing price for the quarter. The value of the fund’s position declined by ...

Powell added that in the first quarter of 2026 , overall input costs were tracking flat versus 2025, though Mondi is facing headwinds from lower energy-related income and emissions credits. He also cited a forestry fair value gain that was EUR 32 million higher than the prior year.Powell said underlying EBITDA of EUR 1,001 million compared with EUR 1,049 million in the prior year. Volumes increased year-over-year, helped by ramp-up of new capacity. On pricing, he highlighted higher containerboard prices, wh ...

PERRYSBURG, Ohio, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- O-I Glass, Inc. (“O-I Glass” or “O-I”) today announced the Company will participate in BofA Securities 2026 Global Agriculture and Materials Conference on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. O-I Glass Chief Financial Officer John Haudrich will present at 10:30 a.m. ET. A live webcast of the presentation will be available at https://bofa.veracast.com/webcasts/bofa/globalagriculture2026/RnXq1t.cfm or can be accessed on the Company’s Investor Relations website, www ...

Sonoco has posted an attributable net income of $332.2m in the fourth quarter of 2025, rebounding from a $43m loss in the same period last year. The packaging business’s operating profit increased to $520.2m for the three months to December 2025, from $56.1m a year earlier. Diluted earnings per share stood at $3.33, from a loss of $0.44 per share, largely reflecting gains from the sale of a business. Quarterly net sales totalled $1.8bn, representing a 29.7% rise, with acquisition activity as the main d ...

Company Expects to Benefit from Recently Announced Tariff Reduction in TaiwanCHINO, Calif., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (the “Karat” or “Company”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, today announced it has finalized new sourcing arrangements and begun importing certain products from South America, further diversifying its global supply network and reinforcing its long-term cost structure. The Company also we ...

Core Viewpoint - Sonoco Products (SON) shares surged 30% year-to-date, reaching a 52-week high of $57.83 after beating Q4 earnings and providing strong guidance for 2026, raising questions about the sustainability of this momentum [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Sonoco's adjusted operating profit increased by 47.1% year-over-year, driven by the acquisition of Eviosys, which boosted Consumer Packaging revenue by 62.1% to $1.14 billion [1] - The company reported adjusted earnings of $1.05 per share, exceeding the consensus estimate of $1.01 [1] - Operating cash flow declined by 17.28% to $689.8 million in 2025, influenced by one-time divestiture taxes and working capital needs from the Eviosys integration [1] Group 2: Strategic Initiatives - Sonoco reduced its net debt by $2.7 billion in 2025, lowering the leverage ratio to approximately 3.0x [1] - The company completed a portfolio transformation, simplifying its Consumer Packaging segment by consolidating its global Metal Packaging and Rigid Paper Containers businesses [1] - The 2026 guidance projects adjusted earnings of $5.80 to $6.20 per share, indicating a 20% improvement excluding divested businesses [1] Group 3: Market Position and Valuation - Sonoco trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 9x, which is below historical averages for the packaging sector, suggesting potential for multiple expansion [1] - The company offers a 4.1% dividend yield, supported by 42 consecutive years of increases, appealing to income-focused investors [1] Group 4: Technical Indicators and Market Sentiment - The stock's 14-day relative strength index reached 82.11, indicating it is in overbought territory [1] - Sonoco's stock is trading near the analyst consensus price target of $57.88, with mixed ratings of five Buy and five Hold [1] - Management acknowledged headwinds in the market, including uncertain conditions and softer volumes in rigid paper packaging [1]

PresentationRoger SchrumHead of Investor Relations & Global Marketing Communications Let me make sure we're there. Again, good morning, everyone, and thanks for joining us at today's Sonoco's 2026 Investor Day. I'm Roger Schrum. I'm Head of Investor Relations for the company. And it's been my honor to work for Sonoco for 20 years, although I did have a couple of years off for good behavior. This morning, Howard Coker, our President and CEO; and Paul Joachimczyk, our Chief Financial Officer, will start with ...