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Quad/Graphics, Inc. operates as a marketing experience company that combines commercial printing, media services, creative agency work and data-driven audience strategy for clients in commerce, financial services and health. Company news commonly covers quarterly results, guidance, dividend actions and capital allocation, alongside updates on manufacturing productivity, cost structure, automation and responses to postage-cost pressure through optimization services such as co-mailing.
Updates also track Quad’s marketing-services portfolio, including the full-service media agency Rise, the creative agency Betty, direct marketing services, its proprietary household-based data stack, AI-enabled tools and client agency-of-record assignments. Corporate news may include executive leadership changes, investor conference participation and the continuing shift from traditional print operations toward integrated marketing solutions.
Quad (NYSE: QUAD) will hold a conference call on February 23, 2022, at 10 a.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 results. Hosted by Joel Quadracci, Chairman and CEO, and Tony Staniak, CFO, the call will include a question and answer session. Investors can submit questions via email. The earnings release and presentation will be available on Quad’s Investors website. Participants can preregister at this link or dial in on the day. An audio replay will be available until March 23, 2022.
On February 2, 2022, Quad's digital agency, Rise Interactive, was awarded 2022 Premier Partner status in the Google Partners program. This recognition places Rise in the top 3% of Google Partners in the U.S., highlighting their excellence in client growth and retention. The new program criteria emphasize the importance of product expertise and innovative strategies in digital marketing. With access to advanced tools and resources, Rise aims to deliver enhanced services to their clients, helping brands optimize their advertising investments.
Periscope, a Minneapolis-based agency, has appointed Mike Caguin as its new Chief Creative Officer effective February 14, 2022. Caguin brings over two decades of experience in creative production, having previously served at Colle McVoy, where he led creative efforts for major brands. His focus at Periscope will be on enhancing creative output and advancing DEI initiatives within the agency. Periscope operates under parent company Quad, which aims to improve integrated marketing for its clients.
Quad/Graphics (NYSE: QUAD) has successfully sold its manufacturing facilities in Oklahoma City and Fernley for net proceeds of $58.6 million. The company plans to utilize these funds to reduce debt and strengthen its position as a marketing solutions partner. This sale is part of Quad's ongoing strategy to enhance competitive capabilities and streamline operations, aligning with its commitment to providing integrated marketing solutions across various sectors.
Quad/Graphics reported a 4% increase in net sales for Q3 2021, reaching $706 million, alongside 7% organic growth. The company experienced a $12 million increase in net earnings, totaling $14 million, and a 6% rise in Adjusted EBITDA to $64 million. Notable highlights include a 15% reduction in net debt over the past year and a reaffirmed full-year outlook for net sales and EBITDA. Despite challenges from supply chain issues and inflation, Quad emphasized its strong sales momentum and operational excellence.
Quad/Graphics (NYSE: QUAD) announced the completion of the fifth amendment to its bank debt agreement, reducing its revolving credit facility from $500 million to $432.5 million. The amendment extends the maturity of portions of the facility, with $90.0 million due by January 31, 2024, and $342.5 million by November 2, 2026. Additionally, it adjusts loan pricing and modifies financial covenants. The company emphasizes improved financial flexibility for debt repayment and strategic investments to enhance its marketing solutions offering.
Quad (NYSE: QUAD) will host a conference call on November 3 at 10 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter and year-to-date 2021 results. The call will feature Joel Quadracci, Chairman, President & CEO, and Dave Honan, Executive Vice President & CFO. Investors can access the earnings release on the Investors section of Quad’s website. Participants may pre-register for the webcast online or dial in on the day. A replay will be available until December 3, 2021.
Quad/Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: QUAD) announced a planned executive transition ahead of the retirement of COO Tom Frankowski on December 31, 2021. Dave Honan will be promoted to COO from CFO, and Tony Staniak will take over as CFO from VP of Finance, effective January 1, 2022. The leadership changes aim to strengthen Quad's growth strategy and operational efficiencies. Honan has been instrumental in shaping Quad’s transformation strategy, while Staniak has a strong focus on talent development since joining Quad in 2009. This transition is expected to enhance Quad's marketing solutions capabilities.
Rise Interactive, a top performance marketing agency and part of Quad, announced its Invoca certification after completing the Invoca Academy training. This certification enhances conversation intelligence capabilities for Rise clients, particularly in industries like healthcare and finance, impacting their bottom line. Rise was previously recognized as Partner Collaborator of the Year at the Invoca Summit in October 2020, showcasing its advanced conversation intelligence use. The agency aims to leverage this certification to provide superior service and insights to marketers facing complex conversion challenges.
Chatham Asset Management, the largest stockholder and bondholder of R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD), owning approximately 14.9% of its common stock, has expressed frustration over the Board's lack of engagement concerning the company's declining stockholder value. In a letter, Chatham demands a strategic review, cost reductions, improved capital allocation, and executive compensation linked to performance. They threaten a proxy contest if the Board does not respond. Chatham believes these measures could elevate RRD's share price by over 210% to more than $13 per share.