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Greif, Inc. reports developments in global industrial and performance packaging, including quarterly results, product pricing, dividends and portfolio changes. The company operates packaging businesses organized around Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal and Innovative Closure Solutions, with products and services that include drums, intermediate bulk containers, recycled paperboard, tubes and cores, protective packaging, closures, accessories and related packaging services.
Recurring Greif news also covers Class A and Class B common stock dividends, earnings conference calls, segment presentation changes and the completed divestiture of the containerboard business, including the CorrChoice sheet feeder system, which is treated as discontinued operations in company reporting.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced an agreement to sell 69,200 acres of timberland in Alabama to Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) for approximately $149 million. The proceeds will be used for debt repayment, enhancing Greif's financial position. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to finalize in Q2 2021. Greif's CEO, Pete Watson, stated that this agreement will help to de-lever their balance sheet and favor equity holders.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) reported its first-quarter 2021 results with net income of $23.4 million ($0.40/share), a decline from $32.3 million ($0.55/share) in Q1 2020. Excluding adjustments, net income was $35.9 million ($0.61/share), down from $37.9 million ($0.64/share). Adjusted EBITDA fell by $8.9 million to $138.5 million, while operating cash flow decreased by $8 million to $11.5 million. The company reduced total debt by $268.7 million to $2.54 billion. Greif combined RIPS and FPS segments to improve operational efficiency and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.44 for Class A and $0.66 for Class B shares.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced on February 23, 2021, that its Board of Directors declared cash dividends of $0.44 per share on Class A Common Stock and $0.66 per share on Class B Common Stock. The dividends will be paid on April 1, 2021, to stockholders on record as of March 19, 2021. Greif, a leader in industrial packaging, aims to excel in customer service and produces a diverse range of packaging solutions globally.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced it will release its 2021 first quarter financial results on February 24, 2021, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for February 25, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET, where management will provide insights and answer questions regarding the earnings. Participants can access the call via an online registration link. The company emphasizes its commitment to being a customer service leader in industrial packaging, producing a wide range of packaging products and services.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced a price increase on select products effective March 4, 2021. This includes a $50 per ton rise for uncoated recycled paperboard, $70 per ton for recycled and semi-chemical medium, and $60 per ton for recycled linerboard. The decision comes as a response to strong demand and rising production and transportation costs. Greif, a leader in industrial packaging, continues to strengthen its market position across over 40 countries.
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Greif announced its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results, highlighting a net income of $44.4 million ($0.74 per diluted Class A share), down from $65.0 million ($1.09 per share) in Q4 2019. Fiscal year net income also decreased to $108.8 million ($1.83 per share) from $171.0 million ($2.89 per share). Adjusted EBITDA dropped to $154.5 million for Q4 and $642.6 million for the fiscal year. However, adjusted free cash flow improved to $173.9 million for Q4 and $346.2 million for the year. The company maintained a Gold Rating in sustainability for the third consecutive year.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced quarterly cash dividends of $0.44 per share for Class A Common Stock and $0.65 per share for Class B Common Stock, payable on January 1, 2021. Shareholders on record by December 18, 2020 will receive the dividends. Greif is a leader in industrial packaging, producing a wide range of products and services across over 40 countries, aiming to enhance customer service.
Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) announced a new $225 million delayed draw term loan with a maturity date in 2026, aimed at refinancing existing senior notes. The loan will likely have an initial interest rate of approximately 2.5% per annum, expected to remain under 3% at maturity. Greif's Vice President stated that this financing enhances the company's financial flexibility. The term loan will be drawn in July 2021 to refinance Euro 200 million senior notes due that month, marking a significant step in Greif's financial strategy.