Company Overview - Amcor plc (AMCR) is a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, serving various markets including consumer goods, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, medical, and personal care [1] - The company is headquartered in Switzerland and operates through two primary segments: Flexibles and Rigid Packaging, offering a broad portfolio that includes films, pouches, cartons, closures, and specialty containers [1] - Amcor has a market capitalization of $19.4 billion [1] Earnings Expectations - Analysts expect Amcor to report a profit of $0.17 per share on a diluted basis for fiscal 2026 second-quarter earnings, which represents a 6.3% increase from $0.16 per share in the same quarter last year [2] - For the current fiscal year, analysts project an EPS of $0.80, up 12.7% from $0.71 in fiscal 2025, and an EPS of $0.89 in fiscal 2027, reflecting an 11.3% year-over-year increase [3] Stock Performance - Amcor's stock has decreased by 9.1% over the past year, underperforming the S&P 500 Index's 16.2% gains and the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund's 6.8% gains during the same period [4] Corporate Actions - On December 11, Amcor shares rose by 1.6% following the announcement of a 1-for-5 reverse stock split, which was approved by shareholders on November 6, 2025 [5] - The reverse stock split is set to take effect after the close of trading on January 14, 2026, with shares beginning to trade on a split-adjusted basis on January 15, 2026 [5] Analyst Ratings - The consensus opinion on AMCR stock is reasonably bullish, with a "Moderate Buy" rating overall; out of 16 analysts, 10 recommend a "Strong Buy," one suggests a "Moderate Buy," and five give a "Hold" [6] - The average analyst price target for AMCR is $10.40, indicating a potential upside of 21.4% from current levels [6]

Investment Announcements - Packaging companies are making significant investments in expansions and job creation, particularly in plastics production [1] - American Packaging Corp. plans to invest nearly $8 million for a 20,000-square-foot facility expansion in Iowa, expecting to create 25 jobs [1] - Charter Next Generation is expanding manufacturing capabilities with new extrusion lines, enhancing barrier performance in recyclable films, though investment details are not disclosed [1] - GZ PrintPak is investing $7.1 million to expand its facility in Wisconsin, aiming to create 40 new jobs [1] - Packaging Specialties is investing $24 million to enhance flexographic printing capabilities in Arkansas, expecting to create 101 jobs over five years [1] - Plastipak Packaging intends to invest $53.8 million to expand its Louisiana facility by 200,000 square feet, creating 15 new jobs [1] - PolyFlex has completed a 137,000-square-foot expansion in Tennessee, aiming for cost savings on sheet production [1] - Polyzent Trading is investing $1.1 million to develop its first manufacturing site in Virginia, expected to create 20 jobs [1] - Pratt Industries opened a new 496,000-square-foot factory in Georgia, with a total investment of $120 million and an increase in new jobs from 125 to 180 [1] Facility Relocations and Upgrades - TemperPack relocated its Green Cell Foam manufacturing facility to a larger site in Lansing, increasing production space by 60% [2] - Questar Solutions moved its Seattle-area operations to a more advanced facility, aiming to improve operational efficiency, though investment details are not disclosed [2]