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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MILWAUKEE , Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating WestRock (NYSE:WRK) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Smurfit Kappa.

Shareholder Alert: Ademi LLP investigates whether WestRock Company has obtained a Fair Price in its transaction with Smurfit Kappa

NEW YORK , Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rowley Law PLLC is investigating potential securities law violations by WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) and its board of directors concerning the proposed acquisition of the company by Smurfit Kappa Group plc.

ALERT: Rowley Law PLLC is Investigating Proposed Acquisition of WestRock Company

WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK ) Smurfit Kappa and WestRock Merger Announcement September 12, 2023 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Tony Smurfit - CEO, Smurfit Kappa Group Plc David Sewell - CEO Conference Call Participants George Staphos - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Justin Jordan - Davy Lars Kjellberg - Credit Suisse Charlie Muir-Sands - BNP Paribas Gabe Hajde - Wells Fargo Cole Hathorn - Jefferies Mark Weintraub - Seaport Research Partners David O'Brien - Goodbody Gaurav Jain - Barclays Tony Smurfit Thank you very much operator, and good morning or good afternoon depending on your location. And thank you for joining this call at short notice.

WestRock Company (WRK) Smurfit Kappa and WestRock Merger Announcement Call Transcript

WestRock (WRK) and Smurfit Kappa have formally signed a merger agreement to create a new company, Smurfit WestRock.

WestRock (WRK) Confirms Merger With Smurfit Kappa, Shares Gain

Atlanta, Georgia-based WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK ) stock is climbing over 5% and trending on social media. The rally comes after WestRock's European competitor, Smurfit Kappa (OTCMKTS: SMFKY ), announced that it is going forward with its $11.2 billion merger with WestRock.

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Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

Packaging company WestRock's (WRK) shares soared by almost 7% in pre-market trading on Tuesday after a merger announcement with Dublin-based Smurfit Kappa to create the world's largest listed paper and packaging company by revenue.

WestRock Stock On a Tear After Smurfit Kappa Deal

WestRock Co.'s stock WRK, -1.48% was up 8.2% as a leading gainer in premarket trading Tuesday as the packaging company confirmed plans to merge with Smurfit Kappa Group SK3, -8.48% to form Smurfit WestRock. WestRock shareholders will receive $43.51 a share for each share through a combination of $5 per share in cash and one new share of Smurfit WestRock.

WestRock stock rallies on $11B merger deal with Smurfit Kappa

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) to Smurfit Kappa Group plc for one new Smurfit WestRock share and $5.00 in cash for each share of common stock of WestRock is fair to WestRock shareholders. Following completion of the proposed transaction, WestRock stockholders are expected to own approximately 49.6% of the combined company. Halper Sadeh encourages WestRock shareholders to click here to le.

WRK Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Sale of WestRock Company Is Fair to Shareholders

WestRock reported better-than-expected Q3 results, beating consensus estimates on EPS and EBITDA. WestRock's cost saving initiatives are exceeding the company's internal expectations. No valuation details on the potential merger combination.

WestRock: Solid Asset-Based, But (Likely) Not The Right Time

Shares in Smurfit Kappa Group plc (LSE:SKG) fell 9% after its board and that of WestRock Co (NYSE:WRK) confirmed the pair had agreed to merge and create a US$34 billion revenue packaging giant.  Analysts at Barclays said they had received "mixed feedback" after last week's news that merger discussions were at an advanced stage, with clients of the bank feeling angst about "a) deal premium, b) US expansion, c) size of deal, and d) synergies, etc".

Smurfit Kappa tumbles as WestRock deal confirmed

The companies will form Smurfit WestRock — set to be one of the largest packaging companies in the world.

Packaging giant Smurfit Kappa's shares fall 11% after WestRock merger announcement

WestRock (WRK) and Smurfit Kappa are currently exploring merger options, which are expected to create a paper packaging giant.

WestRock (WRK) Engages in Merger Talks With Smurfit Kappa

WestRock Co (NYSE: WRK) opened 10% up this morning after Smurfit Kappa Group Plc (LON: SKG) confirmed that it was interested in a merger with the packaging company. Combined company will be worth about $20 billion The talks are ongoing but the two companies are yet to reach a definitive agreement.

WestRock and Smurfit in talks over a potential merger

The combined group would be listed in New York, and WestRock shareholders would primarily receive stock in the merged group, Smurfit said

WestRock, Smurfit Kappa Discuss Merging Into $20 Billion Paper Company

Smurfit Kappa Group plc (LSE:SKG) is in talks with Atlanta-based WestRock over a potential combination to create Smurfit WestRock, a global leader in sustainable packaging. The deal, if completed, would create one of the world's largest paper and packaging companies.

Smurfit Kappa in talks with WestRock to create packaging giant

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smurfit Kappa Group (“Smurfit Kappa”) (LSE:SKG; ISE:SKG), a FTSE 100 company, confirms that the boards of directors (the “Boards”) of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock Company (“WestRock”) (NYSE:WRK), a S&P 500 company, are discussing the key terms of a potential combination to create Smurfit WestRock, a global leader in sustainable packaging (the “Potential Combination”). The Potential Combination would be expected to involve the creation of a new holding company, Smurfit.

Smurfit Kappa and WestRock in discussions regarding key terms of Potential Combination

WestRock, Smurfit Kappa are in talks to create a company with combined value of roughly $20 billion.

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The Zacks Paper and Related Products industry's prospects look dull as low consumer spending is impacting demand. Despite this, stocks like IP, SMFKY, WRK and SPPJY are well-poised to gain from their growth initiatives.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK), a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, today announced its participation in the Jefferies Industrials Conference on September 7, 2023. David Sewell, president and chief executive officer, will present information about the Company at 10:30 am ET. This event will be webcast and available for replay on WestRock's website, ir.westrock.com. About WestRock WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide sus.

WestRock Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conference

WestRock Company is a quality company trading below book value, penalized by the market due to several factors. The company has put the worst behind it, and most of the factors contributing to its low stock price are not fully justified. The company is a reliable business and has exhibited above-average market returns previously. The market could potentially be providing investors an opportunity to buy into this business at a discount.

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WestRock (WRK) witnesses a year-over-year decline in earnings and revenues in the third quarter of fiscal 2023 due to increased economic downtime and planned maintenance outages.

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