WestRock

WestRock was formed in July 2015 after the merger of MeadWestvaco and RockTenn. MeadWestvaco stockholders received 0.78 shares of the combined company. Rock-Tenn stockholders chose either one share of the combined company or a specific cash amount for each of their shares.

Kapstone  is an American pulp and paper company based in Northbrook, Illinois. The company has kraft paper manufacturing facilities in Roanoke Rapids, NC, Cowpens, SC, North Charleston, SC and Longview, WA, a lumber mill in Summerville, SC, 21 corrugated box and corrugated fiberboard plants and 65 packaging distribution centers. It has approximately 6,200 employees.

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WestRock Co. engages in the provision of fiber-based paper and packaging solutions. It operates through the following segments: Corrugated Packaging, Consumer Packaging, Global Paper, and Distribution. The Corrugated Packaging segment consists of the sale of containers and other products including displays. The Consumer Packaging segment involves the packaging products such as folding cartons, interior partitions, inserts, and labels. The Global Paper segment focuses on commercial paper operations and generates its revenues primarily from the sale of containerboard, paperboard, and specialty grades to external customers. The Distribution segment distributes packaging materials and other specialty packaging products, including stretch film, void fill, carton sealing tape, and other specialty tapes. The company was founded on March 6, 2015 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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WRK reports Q1 net sales decline, focuses on cost savings and Latin America growth

WRK faces challenges from non-cash impairment charges and unplanned downtime, but is leveraging strengths in cost savings initiatives and growth opportunities in Latin America. The company's focus on innovation and enterprise sales expansion signals a proactive approach to market changes.

WestRock reports Q2 earnings decline, focuses on transformation initiatives

WestRock's Q2 performance reflects mixed results with declines in some segments but progress in cost-saving initiatives. The company remains focused on transformation efforts, aiming for significant cost savings and revenue growth from plastics replacements.

WestRock exceeds Q3 expectations, targets $1B cost savings by 2025

WestRock's strong financial performance, focus on cost savings, strategic investments, and positive industry outlook position the company for continued growth and improved margins. Challenges in consumer packaging volumes and cash closure costs require careful management.

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WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) aspires to be the premier partner and unrivaled provider of paper and packaging solutions in consumer and corrugated markets. WestRock’s 39,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 250 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. MeadWestvaco announced that it would form a combined $16 billion company with RockTenn. The new company is titled WestRock.

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WestRock (WRK) witnesses a decline in both the top and bottom line in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 owing to lower selling price/mix, the impact of increased economic downtime and decreased volumes.

WestRock (WRK) Q1 Earnings & Revenues Lag Estimates, Dip Y/Y

The headline numbers for WestRock (WRK) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2023, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

WestRock (WRK) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

WestRock (WRK) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.20 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.35 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.55 per share a year ago.

WestRock (WRK) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK), a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, today announced results for its fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2023. First Quarter Highlights and other notable items: Net sales of $4.6 billion; Corrugated Packaging segment sales increased 3.5% compared to the prior year quarter Global Paper containerboard shipments increased 21.9% compared to the prior year quarter Net loss of $22 million, Adjusted Net Income of $5.

WestRock Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results

WestRock's (WRK) Q1 results are likely to reflect lower volumes due to muted customer spending, offset by pricing actions.

WestRock (WRK) to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in Store?

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK) today announced plans to build a new corrugated box plant in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to meet growing demand from customers in the Great Lakes region. The Company intends to close its existing plant in North Chicago when construction of the new facility is completed. This investment will position WestRock to increase its production capabilities and improve its cost profile in the Great Lakes region. Construction is estimated to cost appr.

WestRock to Build New Corrugated Box Plant in Wisconsin

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced that it will release fiscal 2024 first quarter results before the market opens on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Due to the proposed business combination with Smurfit Kappa Group plc, WestRock will not host a conference call. The press release, a slide presentation and other relevant financial and statistical information will be accessible on the Investors section of WestRock's website at ir.westrock.com. About WestRock WestRoc.

WestRock to Release First Quarter 2024 Results on February 1, 2024

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Smurfit Kappa Group is fundamentally sound with improving operating efficiencies and returns greater than its cost of funds. The proposed acquisition of WestRock Company would more than double the size of SKG and potentially provide a margin of safety if SKG can improve WestRock's operations. There is an investment opportunity for SKG. WestRock shareholders should consider accepting SKG's offer rather than selling for cash.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock (NYSE:WRK), a leader in sustainable fiber-based paper and packaging solutions, today announced it has entered into two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) with ENGIE North America (ENGIE), a subsidiary of ENGIE S.A. and global leader in the net zero energy transition. The VPPAs are designed to add renewable energy to the U.S. energy grid and mark a step forward in WestRock's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The agreements support two of ENG.

WestRock and ENGIE Sign Agreement to Add Renewable Energy to U.S. Grid

WestRock's (WRK) fiscal 2023 top and bottom lines fall year over year.

WestRock (WRK) Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Dip Y/Y

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for WestRock (WRK) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2023, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

WestRock (WRK) Q4 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK), a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, today announced results for its fiscal fourth quarter and year ended September 30, 2023. Fourth Quarter Highlights and other notable items: Net sales of $5.0 billion Net income of $110 million, Adjusted Net Income of $210 million; net income included $344 million ($239 million of which was non-cash) of restructuring and other costs, net and a $239 million gain on sale of the C.

WestRock Reports Strong Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today reported that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.3025 per share on its common stock, an increase of $0.0275 per share from its previous quarterly dividend which represents an annualized increase of $0.11 per share, or 10%. The quarterly dividend of $0.3025 per share will be paid to stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 13, 2023, and will be paid on November 21, 2023. About WestRock West.

WestRock Increases Dividend 10% to New Annualized Rate of $1.21 Per Share

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced that it will release fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2023 results before the market opens on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Due to the proposed business combination with Smurfit Kappa Group plc, WestRock will not host a conference call. The press release, a slide presentation and other relevant financial and statistical information will be accessible on the Investors section of WestRock's website at ir.westrock.com. About W.

WestRock to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Earnings on November 9, 2023

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