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HP Inc. announced the acquisition of Choose Packaging, a company known for its patented zero-plastic paper bottle technology. The move aims to enhance HP’s capabilities in the sustainable packaging market, potentially worth $10 billion. Choose's innovative bottles, composed of non-toxic materials, present a viable alternative to traditional plastic packaging.

Through this acquisition, HP intends to align its sustainability goals and disrupt the market for single-use plastics, leveraging its expertise in 3D printing and scaling Choose’s operations globally.

Deluxe has announced an upgrade to its Check and Promotional Solutions, introducing digital and print-on-demand capabilities through the HP PageWide Web Press T250 HD with HP Brilliant Ink. This investment aims to enhance product offerings, enabling faster implementation and expanded designs. Deluxe's President notes that these advancements will contribute to revenue growth over time, targeting their four million small business and 4,000 financial institution customers. Deluxe's commitment to innovation with HP strengthens its market position and aligns with the ongoing evolution towards digital payments.

HP Inc. has announced a cash dividend of $0.25 per share on its common stock, marking the second dividend of fiscal year 2022. The payment is scheduled for April 6, 2022, with a record date of March 9, 2022, for stockholders. HP has approximately 1.1 billion shares outstanding. Additionally, HP Inc. has set the record date for its 2022 annual meeting on February 18, 2022, with the meeting slated for April 19, 2022. Stockholders will receive pertinent information regarding the meeting.

HP Inc. has unveiled a new gaming lineup at CES 2022, including the OMEN 45L Desktop featuring the innovative OMEN Cryo Chamber™, which cools CPU temperatures by 6°C at full load. The lineup also introduces the Victus by HP 15L Desktop, targeting mainstream gamers. The OMEN 27u 4K Gaming Monitor is designed for next-gen consoles with 4K support. Pricing starts at $1,899.99 for the OMEN 45L, available from January 5. The gaming market continues expanding rapidly, with 2.7 billion players globally, increasingly engaging in social gaming.

HP Inc. has launched a range of innovative devices aimed at enhancing hybrid work experiences at the annual technology tradeshow. The new offerings include the HP Elite Dragonfly G3, providing advanced features like AI-based noise reduction and 5MP cameras. The expanded Elite Dragonfly line emphasizes sustainability by incorporating recycled materials. Additionally, new conferencing monitors and webcams are introduced to improve remote collaboration. HP's solutions aim to ensure seamless productivity whether workers are at home or in the office.

HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) has initiated an Exchange Offer for its $1 billion in outstanding Notes due 2026 and 2031, offering to exchange them for registered Exchange Notes with identical terms. The Exchange Offer aims to satisfy its obligations under registration rights agreements and is set to expire on January 20, 2022. No proceeds will be received from this exchange. The terms and details are outlined in a prospectus filed with the SEC, and information can be requested from the designated exchange agent.

HP Inc. is revolutionizing the print service industry with new automation solutions. Recent advancements include the PrintOS Integration Hub, which provides APIs and SDKs to streamline processes and enhance productivity. The PrintOS Site Flow system has achieved a 65% increase in job traffic in 2021, processing over 460 million items in 45 countries. The company reported a 36% rise in direct print volume for Labels and Packaging compared to 2019. With enhanced integration with Heidelberg Prinect, the automated printing workflow is aimed at boosting efficiency and reducing human error.

HP reported a strong fiscal 2021 with GAAP diluted EPS of $5.33, exceeding guidance, and a 12.1% increase in net revenue to $63.5 billion. The fourth quarter saw net revenue rise 9.3% year-over-year, reaching $16.7 billion, with GAAP diluted EPS at $2.71. Operational cash flow totaled $6.4 billion, yielding a free cash flow of $4.2 billion. HP returned $7.2 billion to shareholders through repurchases and dividends. For Q1 FY2022, EPS guidance is between $0.92 and $0.98.

HP Inc. has entered a strategic agreement with IWCO Direct for a multi-million-dollar investment in seven HP PageWide Web Presses. This initiative is part of a broader $50 million investment aimed at enhancing IWCO Direct's performance marketing capabilities using advanced digital printing technology by 2023. The new presses will enable faster, high-quality direct mail production, leveraging HP’s innovative inkjet technology. This collaboration highlights HP's role in driving the shift to digital solutions in marketing communications.