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Amcor has completed its all-stock combination with Berry Global, creating a stronger global leader in consumer and healthcare packaging solutions. The merger promises significant value through $650 million in total synergies and enhanced product development capabilities.

Key financial highlights include:

• 12% EPS accretion expected in FY26 through synergy benefits
• 35%+ EPS accretion projected by end of FY28
• $260 million in pre-tax synergies targeted for FY26
• Annual cash flow expected to exceed $3 billion by FY28
• $280 million one-time cash benefits from working capital improvements

CEO Peter Konieczny emphasizes that this combination strengthens Amcor's market position with a broader portfolio and enhanced innovation capabilities. The company plans to use its increased cash flow for organic reinvestment, M&A, and shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.

AMC Theatres has launched its first two XL at AMC auditoriums in Kansas City, introducing a new Extra-Large Format (XLF) movie experience. These theaters, located at AMC DINE-IN Studio 28 in Olathe and AMC DINE-IN Prairiefire 17 in Overland Park, feature screens at least 40 feet wide with 4K Laser projection powered by Barco.

The initiative is part of the AMC Go Plan, the company's strategy to enhance theatrical experiences. Key features include:

• Wall-to-wall screens of 40+ feet width
• 4K Laser projection capability
• Support for both 2D and 3D formats
• Branded entry and easy online identification

AMC plans to expand this format to up to 50 locations by the end of 2025. The XL format will provide additional programming flexibility for theaters with Premium Large Format screens, especially when multiple blockbusters are playing simultaneously.

Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC) has scheduled its fiscal 2025 third quarter results announcement for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, after the U.S. market closes. The results will cover the three-month period ended March 31, 2025.

A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held at 5:30 p.m. U.S. Eastern Daylight Time on April 30 / 7:30 a.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time on May 1. The company has provided toll-free and local dial-in numbers for participants from the USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

Investors can access the webcast and supporting materials through Amcor's website investor section. A replay of the webcast will be available after the call concludes.

Amcor (NYSE: AMCR) and Berry Global Group (NYSE: BERY) have received unconditional approval from the European Commission for their planned combination under the EU Merger Regulation. This approval represents the final regulatory clearance required for the merger.

The transaction is scheduled to close on April 30, 2025, pending satisfaction of remaining closing conditions. Coinciding with the closing, Amcor will release its fiscal 2025 third quarter financial results (period ended March 31, 2025) after U.S. market close on April 30, 2025.

National CineMedia (NASDAQ: NCMI), the operator of America's largest cinema advertising platform, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings release for May 6, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call and audio webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results.

Participants can join via phone (1-844-826-3033 for domestic, 1-412-317-5185 for international) or audio webcast at www.ncm.com under Investor Relations. A replay will be available until May 20, 2025, through phone (1-844-512-2921 domestic, 1-412-317-6671 international, conference ID 10199259) or the company website.

AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE: AMC), the world's largest theatrical exhibition company, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings announcement for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, after market close. The company will host an earnings webcast through its Investor Relations website, featuring a unique Q&A session that includes both equity research analysts and AMC Investor Connect members.

Shareholders can submit questions between April 29, 2025, and May 6, 2025 through the AMC Investor Connect platform at amctheatres.com/stockholders. The webcast will begin at 4:00 PM CDT / 5:00 PM EDT, with registration opening 15 minutes prior to the start. An archive of the webcast will be temporarily available on the company's website following the event.

AMC Theatres (NYSE:AMC) has completed multi-million dollar seating renovations at two flagship locations in New York City: AMC Empire 25 and AMC Lincoln Square 13. The seven-month project installed over 4,000 new AMC Club Rockers across all traditional, non-Premium Large Format auditoriums.

The new seats feature leather-like plush material and are up to 23% wider than previous chairs. At Lincoln Square 13, most auditoriums received up to 10 inches of additional leg room, new flooring, and upgraded speakers. These locations join AMC Burbank 16 as the third theater to receive the Club Rocker upgrade, with all three consistently ranking in the top 10 for domestic attendance.

The renovation began in September 2024, with Lincoln Square completing in November 2024 and Empire 25 finishing on April 14, 2025. Both locations also feature Laser at AMC projection and premium formats including IMAX, Dolby Cinema, and PRIME at AMC.

National CineMedia (NASDAQ: NCMI), the largest cinema advertising platform in the US, announced the winners of the 2025 US Young Lions competition. The event saw over 500 teams register with 359 entries, marking a 10% increase in participation from 2024.

Five winning teams were selected across Digital, Film, Media, PR, and Print categories, who will represent TEAM USA at the global Young Lions competition during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in June 2025. New additions to this year's competition included the Young Lions Titanium Award and the Bold Impact Award.

The competition featured a business challenge for WhyHunger, and NCM's Noovie® Studios will produce a 60-second vignette of the winners to be shown in theaters nationwide during June. The company will also host a TEAM USA Welcome Reception at the Cannes Lions Festival.

Amcor (NYSE: AMCR) has completed construction of an advanced coating facility for healthcare packaging in Selangor, Malaysia. The facility is the first in Asia to feature air knife coating technology and produce both top and bottom substrates for medical device packaging.

The state-of-the-art facility integrates with Amcor's existing healthcare packaging plant, creating a comprehensive campus that enhances supply chain resilience and reduces lead times. Key features include:

• Water-based coating systems
• Online inspection systems
• Advanced air knife technology for uniform coating application

This development is part of Amcor's broader expansion in Asia Pacific, following recent initiatives including the acquisition of MDK in China, establishment of a grid lacquer paper unit in India, and construction of a co-extrusion blown film and printing plant in Singapore.