Quad / Graphics Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Quad reported Q1 2025 financial results with net sales of $629 million, showing a 4% decline from Q1 2024. The company achieved net earnings of $6 million ($0.11 per share), a significant improvement from the $28 million loss in 2024.

Key highlights include:

• Adjusted EBITDA of $46 million
• Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share of $0.20
• Sale of European operations for €41 million to Capmont
• Repurchase of 1.2 million shares in 2025
• Quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share

The company reaffirmed its 2025 guidance, projecting 2-6% organic net sales decline and Free Cash Flow of $40-60 million. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties and global tariff concerns, Quad continues to invest in innovative solutions and expand its In-Store Connect retail media network with two new regional grocery partners.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD), a marketing experience company, has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 6, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 22, 2025. The company, which specializes in solving complex marketing challenges for its clients, made this declaration through its Board of Directors.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD), a global marketing experience company, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Tuesday, April 29, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results.

The earnings call will be led by Joel Quadracci, Quad Chairman, President and CEO, and Tony Staniak, Quad CFO. The complete earnings release and slide presentation will be available on Quad's investor relations website. Participants can pre-register for the webcast or join via telephone using provided toll-free and international numbers. An audio replay will be accessible through May 30, 2025.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) announced that Tim Maleeny, Chief Client Strategy and Integration Officer, will expand his role to become President of Quad Agency Solutions. He succeeds Eric Ashworth, who will leave the company on May 1, 2025, to pursue another opportunity.

Maleeny, who joined Quad in November 2024 from Havas North America where he served as President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, will be responsible for evolving the company's integrated data, media, creative and marketing services businesses. His appointment aims to enhance how clients leverage Quad's integrated offering.

Prior to Havas, Maleeny held leadership positions at Ogilvy North America, R/GA, Deloitte, and Hal Riney & Partners before its acquisition by Publicis Groupe.

Quad/Graphics Inc. (NYSE: QUAD) announces its expansion into the $26.6-billion branded solutions market, enhancing its integrated marketing solutions portfolio. The company's new branded solutions group will focus on delivering promotional merchandise including tradeshow giveaways, corporate gifts, employee uniforms, incentive programs, and special events items.

Under the leadership of Oliver Kimberley, Quad's General Manager of Managed Services, the initiative aims to simplify branded goods program management for marketers, who reportedly face complexity in their marketing ecosystem (77% of marketers). The company will provide a consultative approach, leveraging its vendor relationships and focusing on brand consistency, creative ideation, scalable production, and quality assurance.

Quad/Graphics (NYSE: QUAD) has completed the sale of its European operations to Germany-based Capmont GmbH for €41 million (approximately $42 million), with $14 million received at closing. The transaction encompasses all employees and facilities of Quad/Graphics Europe print and ink-manufacturing in Wyszków, Poland; the Peppermint agency in Warsaw; and Quad POS (including Marin's International SAS) across Europe.

The company plans to utilize the proceeds to reduce debt and invest in its MX (marketing experience) offering. The sale excludes Quad's shared services employees in Poland who support the company's integrated marketing platform in The Americas. This strategic move aligns with Quad's focus on optimizing its business portfolio and strengthening its presence in The Americas, particularly North America, which represents its largest operational base.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, showing a decrease in net sales to $2.7 billion from $3.0 billion in 2023. The company reported a net loss of $51 million ($1.07 per share) in 2024, slightly improved from a $55 million loss in 2023. Adjusted EBITDA reached $224 million with an improved margin of 8.4%.

Notable achievements include reducing net debt to $350 million, achieving a leverage ratio of 1.6x, and generating $56 million in free cash flow plus $71 million from asset sales. The company increased its quarterly dividend by 50% to $0.075 per share and expects to complete the sale of its European operations in early 2025.

For 2025, Quad projects an organic net sales decline of 2-6%, Adjusted EBITDA between $180-220 million, and free cash flow of $40-60 million, while targeting a debt leverage ratio of approximately 1.5x.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) announced an increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.05 to $0.075 per share, representing a 50% increase. The new dividend, equivalent to $0.30 per share annually, will be paid on March 14, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 28, 2025.

CEO Joel Quadracci highlighted the company's focus on strategic growth and consistent cash generation, which enabled both the dividend increase and debt reduction while maintaining capital flexibility for investments in their marketing experience (MX) offerings. The company also indicated potential future share repurchases.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD), a global marketing experience company, has scheduled its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results announcement for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET, featuring Chairman, President and CEO Joel Quadracci and CFO Tony Staniak.

Participants can pre-register for the webcast through a provided link, receiving a unique PIN for access. Alternatively, they can dial in directly using U.S. Toll-Free (1-877-328-5508) or International Toll (1-412-317-5424) numbers. An audio replay will be available on Quad's website post-call, with telephone playback accessible until March 19, 2025.