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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NEW YORK , Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of WestRock Company ("WestRock" or the "Company") (NYSE: WRK). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of WestRock Company - WRK

WestRock shares fell nearly 8% last week as management withdrew full-year guidance following weak results in the company's global paper segment. While 2023 will likely be a disappointing year, WestRock has many attractive attributes, including a solid position in an improved corrugated packaging industry.

WestRock: Asymmetric Opportunity At $35

NEW YORK--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of WestRock Company (“WestRock” or the “Company”) (NYSE: WRK). Investors who purchased WestRock securities are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/wrk.

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Shareholders of WestRock Company (WRK) Investigation

Client inventory levels (with lower demand) and adverse weather negatively impacted WestRock's Q1 financials. Our Plastic to Paper thesis is still on. The packaging division delivered another solid quarter.

WestRock: Disappointing Guidance

WestRock (WRK) witnesses a year-over-year decline in earnings and revenues in the first quarter of fiscal 2023 owing to lower volumes and higher costs.

WestRock (WRK) Earnings & Sales Miss Estimates in Q1, Down Y/Y

Shares of WestRock Co. WRK, -15.57% tumbled 16.0% toward a more than 3-month low, enough to pace the S&P 500's SPX, +0.79% decliners, after the paper and packaging company reported fiscal first-quarter profit and sales that missed expectations and pulled its full-year outlook citing “uncertain macroeconomic conditions.” The selloff, comes a day after closing at a 4 1/2-month high, was on track to be the stock's worst one-day performance since it plunged 17.3% on May 5, 2020.

WestRock stock leads S&P 500 lowers after paper and packaging company misses on earnings, pulls guidance

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WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK ) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call February 1, 2023 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Rob Quartaro - Senior Vice President, Investor Relations David Sewell - Chief Executive Officer Alex Pease - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Kyle White - Deutsche Bank Mark Weintraub - Seaport George Staphos - Bank of America Cleve Rueckert - UBS Phil Ng - Jefferies Gabe Hajde - Wells Fargo Anthony Pettinari - Citi Operator Good morning and welcome to the WestRock First Fiscal Quarter 2023 Earnings Call. All participants will be in listen-only mode.

WestRock Company (WRK) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

WestRock (WRK) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -8.33% and 3.35%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2022. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

WestRock (WRK) Lags Q1 Earnings and Revenue 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, 2022.

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2023 First Quarter Results

WestRock's (WRK) Q1 results are likely to reflect the recent weakness in packaging demand, lower shipping days and the impacts of maintenance downtime.

WestRock (WRK) Gears Up for Q1 Earnings: What to Expect?

WestRock (WRK) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Analysts Estimate WestRock (WRK) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for

WRK is down -18.11% YTD, while PKG is only down -2% and the S&P down -18.07% and XLB (S&P Materials Index) down -11.36%. Tax selling is effectively completed (by this last week of 2022) and WRK has underperformed the group and materials index this year but is likely to outperform in 2023.

WestRock - Best In The Group And Will Become Evident In 2023

ATLANTA--( BUSINESS WIRE )--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss first quarter fiscal 2023 results, as well as other topics, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 8:30 am ET. A press release detailing the Company's first quarter fiscal 2023 results will be issued before the market opens and prior to the call.

WestRock Announces Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results

ATLANTA--( BUSINESS WIRE )--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK), a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, today announced it has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DSJI North America) for the third consecutive year, in recognition of its commitment to sustainable business practices.

WestRock Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for Third Consecutive Year

WestRock's (WRK) buyout of Grupo Gondi will help it better serve the Latin American market with its broad portfolio of paper and packaging solutions.

WestRock (WRK) Acquires Grupo Gondi, Expands in Latin America

WRK has established an impressive track record for revenue growth over the last decade. WRK has averaged a relatively low ROE compared to its peers.

WestRock Company: Reasonably Priced But There Are Red Flags

ATLANTA--( BUSINESS WIRE )--WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK) today announced it has completed the acquisition of the remaining interest in Grupo Gondi for $970 million plus the assumption of debt. The transaction is immediately accretive to earnings, subject to customary purchase price allocations.

WestRock Acquisition of Grupo Gondi Complete

WRK benefits from e-commerce growth as more online shopping will require more sustainable paper and packaging solutions. Its revenue and EBITDA are hitting record highs.

WestRock: Get Paid To Participate In E-Commerce Growth

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WestRock (WRK) reports a year-over-year increase in earnings and record revenues in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 on higher selling price/mix.

WestRock (WRK) Earnings Surpass Estimates in Q3, Up Y/Y

WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK ) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 10, 2022 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Rob Quartaro - Senior Vice President, Investor Relations David Sewell - Chief Executive Officer Alex Pease - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Mark Weintraub - Seaport George Staphos - Bank of America Phil Ng - Jefferies Mark Wilde - Bank of Montreal Mike Roxland - Truist Securities Kyle White - Deutsche Bank Adam Josephson - KeyBanc Operator Good morning and welcome to the WestRock Fourth Fiscal Quarter 2022 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note this event is being recorded.

WestRock Company (WRK) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

WestRock (WRK) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 2.14% and 1.44%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2022. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

WestRock (WRK) Beats Q4 Earnings 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, 2022.

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