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Amcor plc Ordinary Shares (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC) is a global leader in the development and production of responsible packaging solutions. With a history that dates back to the 1860s, Amcor has grown to become the world’s largest packaging company, serving diverse industries such as food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home, and personal-care products. Operating in over 40 countries, Amcor employs approximately 41,000 people and generated $14.7 billion in annual sales for the fiscal year 2023.
Amcor specializes in both flexible and rigid packaging, providing innovative solutions that ensure products are fresh, clean, safe, and secure. The company's portfolio includes life-saving pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, food staples, and beverages, with a significant focus on sustainability and developing packaging that is increasingly lighter weight, recyclable, and reusable. Their breakthrough products like AmSky™ and AmPrima™, recognized by Walmart’s 'Circular Connector' platform, showcase Amcor’s commitment to a circular economy and sustainability.
Recent achievements include a Memorandum of Understanding with SK Geo Centric to source advanced recycled material for the Asia Pacific region and the launch of an expanded thermoforming capacity in North America to support healthcare customer growth. Amcor also recently opened its European Innovation Center in Belgium, a hub dedicated to pioneering new material technologies for sustainable packaging.
Financially, Amcor has demonstrated robust performance with a consistent growth trajectory. As of the latest updates, the company reported net sales of $3.443 billion for the three months ended September 30, 2023, and reaffirmed its adjusted EPS guidance for fiscal 2024 at 67 to 71 cents per share. Amcor continues to deliver strong cash returns to shareholders, including increased dividends and share repurchases.
Amcor's latest initiatives include the Bottles of the Year program, highlighting innovative and responsible bottle designs that align with consumer trends and preferences. With a strong focus on research and development, strategic partnerships, and sustainability, Amcor is well-positioned to lead the packaging industry in the next wave of innovation and environmental responsibility.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR) has agreed to sell its 50% stake in Bericap North America (BCNA) for $122 million. BCNA, a joint venture established in 1997, manufactures closures for beverage, food, and industrial markets across three facilities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The joint venture reported FY2024 sales of $190 million and Adjusted EBIT of $19 million. The sale proceeds will be used to reduce debt and is expected to close by December 31, 2024. The transaction is not anticipated to impact Amcor's FY2025 financial outlook.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC) released its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant achievements and progress. Key highlights include:
- Safest year on record
- 94% of flexible packaging portfolio has recycle-ready solutions
- 95% of rigid packaging is recyclable in practice and at scale
- Surpassed 10% post-consumer recycled plastic goal one year early
- Purchased over 254,000 metric tons of recycled material
- 9% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions compared to FY23
- 14% of electricity used was renewable, a 64% increase from previous year
Amcor's short-term and net-zero targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. The company published a Decarbonization Roadmap outlining its approach to reach net-zero by 2050. Amcor emphasizes the need for consumer participation and infrastructure development to achieve true circularity in packaging.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR) has issued a correction to its 2024 Sustainability Report regarding post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic usage. The company clarified it is on track to reach its 10% PCR plastics goal by fiscal year 2025, rather than having already achieved it. The report highlights significant sustainability achievements, including:
- Over 94% of flexible packaging portfolio has recycle-ready solutions
- 95% of rigid packaging is recyclable in practice
- 9% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions vs FY23
- 14% renewable electricity usage (64% increase from previous year)
- Purchase of 224,000+ metric tons of recycled material
The company's net-zero targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative, and they published a Decarbonization Roadmap outlining their path to net-zero by 2050.
Amcor plc (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC) has announced it will release its First Quarter 2025 results for the three months ended 30 September 2024 after the US market closes on Thursday 31 October 2024. A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held at 5.30pm US Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday 31 October 2024 / 8.30am Australian Eastern Daylight Time on Friday 1 November 2024.
The company has provided toll-free and local dial-in numbers for participants from the USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Singapore. For all other countries, a non-toll-free number is available. The Conference ID for the call is 2990465.
Access to the webcast and supporting materials will be available via the Investors section of Amcor's website. A webcast replay will be available at the conclusion of the call.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has announced that its long-term carbon reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This goal includes significant absolute reductions in scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, using fiscal year 2022 as a base year.
The approval complements Amcor's near-term emission reduction targets, confirmed in early 2024, which align with a 1.5-degree Celsius trajectory. These near-term targets aim for a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 32.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by fiscal year 2033.
Amcor's Chief Sustainability Officer, David Clark, emphasized that these targets are integral to the company's sustainability strategy and reflect their commitment to delivering packaging that minimizes environmental impact while supporting customers' decarbonization ambitions.
Amcor plc (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC) has announced changes to its Board of Directors. Graham Chipchase has been nominated as a non-executive director for election at the Company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders on November 6, 2024. Mr. Chipchase is currently the CEO of Brambles and previously served as CEO of Rexam plc, a major consumer packaging company. He brings extensive experience in finance leadership roles and has served on the board of AstraZeneca plc.
The Board believes Mr. Chipchase's leadership experience in global packaging and his strategic development background will complement the existing skill set. Additionally, Karen Guerra will retire from the Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting after years of dedicated service. The Board has expressed gratitude for her expertise and significant contributions during her tenure.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC), a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has announced key executive appointments to accelerate organic growth. Fred Stephan, previously President of Amcor Flexibles North America, has been named Chief Operating Officer, a newly created role. He will focus on leveraging growth opportunities across global flexible packaging businesses.
David Clark, formerly Vice President of Sustainability, has been appointed Chief Sustainability Officer. This new role, reporting directly to the CEO, will oversee the implementation of Amcor's sustainability strategies and policies company-wide.
These appointments aim to enhance collaboration, drive faster growth in the flexibles business, and increase focus on sustainability initiatives. CEO Peter Konieczny emphasized the company's strong position and significant growth potential, highlighting the opportunity to leverage Amcor's global footprint and scale more effectively.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC), a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has appointed Peter Konieczny as Chief Executive Officer. Konieczny, who has served as Interim CEO since April 2024, will also be nominated as a director for election at the Company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders in November 2024. Amcor Chairman Graeme Liebelt expressed confidence in Konieczny's leadership, citing his exceptional performance in various roles at Amcor, including as Interim CEO.
Konieczny stated his gratitude for the opportunity and highlighted Amcor's strong fiscal 2024 performance, expressing confidence in continued momentum for fiscal 2025 and beyond. He emphasized Amcor's commitment to safety, customer success, and disciplined capital allocation, positioning the company for industry-leading value creation.
Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX:AMC), a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has published its Decarbonization Roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The roadmap, aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), focuses on five key areas: product redesign, increased use of recycled content, transition to renewable electricity, supply chain collaboration, and operational efficiency enhancements.
In fiscal year 2023, Amcor achieved significant progress, with 22 sites reaching 100% renewable electricity use and a 10.2% reduction in absolute GHG emissions compared to FY22. The company also increased its renewable electricity use by 244% year-over-year. This roadmap demonstrates Amcor's ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate mitigation efforts.
Amcor reported strong Q4 FY2024 results, with volumes returning to growth and earnings exceeding expectations. Key highlights include:
- Q4 net sales of $3,535 million, with volumes up 1%
- Q4 adjusted EBIT of $454 million, up 4% on comparable constant currency basis
- Q4 adjusted EPS of 21.1 cents, up 9% on comparable constant currency basis
- Full year FY2024 net sales of $13,640 million
- Full year adjusted EPS of 70.2 cents
- Full year adjusted free cash flow of $952 million, up 12% year-over-year
For FY2025, Amcor expects adjusted EPS of 72-76 cents and adjusted free cash flow of $900-1,000 million. The company increased its annual dividend to 50.0 cents per share and repurchased $30 million in shares during FY2024.
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