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Smurfit Westrock plc (NYSE: SW, LSE: SWR) is an Ireland-incorporated paper-based packaging company whose news flow is closely tied to its global operations and financial performance. Company announcements describe Smurfit Westrock as one of the world’s leading providers of paper-based packaging solutions, with approximately 100,000 employees across 40 countries and substantial activities in North America, EMEA & APAC and Latin America.
The SW news feed on Stock Titan brings together the company’s earnings releases, dividend declarations, restructuring updates and financing announcements. Regular quarterly reports detail net sales, net income or net loss, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin and Adjusted Free Cash Flow, along with commentary on segment performance in North America, EMEA & APAC and Latin America. These releases often discuss operational and commercial improvements, synergy progress following the combination of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, and the impact of asset optimization measures.
Investors following Smurfit Westrock news can also track capital allocation and shareholder returns through recurring quarterly dividend announcements, which specify per-share amounts, record dates, payment dates and currency election options for holders in different markets. In addition, the company issues news on restructuring and capacity decisions, such as the closure of specific mills and consultations on converting facilities, providing context on how management is aligning capacity with demand and costs.
Another important category of news relates to capital markets and financing activity, including the issuance of senior notes in U.S. dollars and euros and the intended use of proceeds for redeeming existing notes, repaying other indebtedness and supporting a Green Finance Framework. Stock Titan’s SW news page aggregates these updates so readers can monitor how Smurfit Westrock’s operating trends, strategic actions and financing decisions evolve over time.
Smurfit Westrock has announced significant capacity reductions through facility closures in the United States and Germany. The company will permanently close its coated recycled board mill in St. Paul, Minnesota, and halt production at its containerboard mill in Forney, Texas, though the specialty coating facility there will remain operational.
These closures will reduce the company's containerboard and CRB capacity by over 500,000 tons. Additionally, consultations have begun with German works councils regarding the closure of two converting facilities. The restructuring will impact approximately 650 employees across both countries.
The company commits to providing support to affected employees, including career transition assistance, relocation opportunities where possible, and local severance packages in accordance with company policy and labor agreements. CEO Tony Smurfit emphasized that while difficult, these decisions are based on realistic expectations of capacity needs and operating costs.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW; LSE:SWR) has scheduled the release of its 2025 first quarter financial results for Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30 am ET (11:30 am BST). The company will host a webcast for analysts and institutional investors at 7:30 am ET (12:30 pm BST) on the same day.
The earnings release and related materials will be accessible on smurfitwestrock.com, with the webcast available through the investor relations section. A replay of the webcast will be made available shortly after the call.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, with Q4 net sales of $7.5 billion and net income of $146 million, achieving a net income margin of 1.9%. The company posted Q4 Adjusted EBITDA of $1,166 million with a 15.5% margin.
Full-year performance included net income of $319 million and Combined Adjusted EBITDA of $4.7 billion, meeting guidance. The company increased its quarterly dividend by 42% to $0.4308 per share.
The company's synergy program of $400 million is on track for completion by year-end. Looking ahead to Q1 2025, Smurfit Westrock anticipates Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $1.25 billion, based on current market conditions.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW, LSE:SWR) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.4308 per ordinary share. The dividend will be paid on March 18, 2025 to shareholders of record as of February 14, 2025.
The default payment currency is U.S. Dollar for shareholders holding shares through DTC participants or in registered form. Shareholders can elect to receive payment in Pounds Sterling or Euro by providing instructions to Computershare Investor Services plc by February 28, 2025, for those holding Depository Interests, or to Computershare Trust Company N.A. by February 13, 2025, for registered shareholders.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW; LSE:SWR) has announced it will release its 2024 full year financial results on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at approximately 6:30 am ET (11:30 am GMT). The company's senior management team will host a webcast to discuss the results at 7:30 am ET (12:30 pm GMT) on the same day.
The earnings release and related materials will be accessible on smurfitwestrock.com. Investors can join the webcast through the company's investor relations website, where a replay will also be made available after the call.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW, LSE: SWR) has applied to the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) to cease being a reporting issuer in Québec, Manitoba, and British Columbia. If approved, the company will no longer need to fulfill continuous disclosure requirements under Canadian securities legislation. The company will continue to file all financial statements and disclosure materials as required by U.S. and UK securities laws and NYSE/LSE rules. Canadian shareholders will still receive the same disclosure documents delivered to U.S. shareholders, accessible through www.sec.gov.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW, LSE: SWR) has successfully closed multiple green bond offerings totaling $850 million due 2035 and €1.2 billion due 2032 and 2036. The 2035 Notes priced at 99.988% with a 5.418% coupon, while the 2032 and 2036 Notes priced at 100% with coupons of 3.454% and 3.807% respectively. The proceeds will be used to redeem existing notes worth $750 million and €1 billion due 2026, and for general corporate purposes. The offerings generated significant investor interest with combined order books exceeding €5.9 billion and $5.5 billion, demonstrating strong market support for the Group's sustainable finance initiatives.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW) reported its Q3 2024 financial results with net sales of $7.7 billion and a net loss of $150 million. The company achieved Adjusted EBITDA of $1,265 million with a 16.5% margin. The net loss was primarily attributed to transaction-related expenses and purchase accounting adjustments totaling approximately $500 million. The company expects 2024 Full Year Combined Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $4.7 billion. Operating cash flow was $320 million, with Adjusted Free Cash Flow of $118 million. The company maintained its quarterly dividend of $0.3025 per ordinary share.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW, LSE:SWR) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3025 per ordinary share, payable on December 18, 2024. Shareholders must be on record by November 15, 2024, which is also the ex-dividend date. The default payment currency is U.S. Dollar for DTC participants and registered shareholders. Shareholders holding Depository Interests can elect to receive payment in Pounds Sterling or Euro by providing instructions to Computershare Investor Services by November 29, 2024.