Quad / Graphics Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

On January 30, 2023, Periscope announced the appointment of Annette Fonte as SVP of Business & Brand Leadership and Veronica Padilla as VP, Head of Design. These leadership changes aim to bolster Periscope's commitment to design excellence, operational efficiency, and enhanced client relations. Fonte will oversee integrated marketing for key clients, while Padilla is tasked with elevating the agency's design practice, Favorite Child. Both leaders bring extensive experience from renowned agencies and are expected to drive growth and creativity at Periscope, aligning with its mission to build impactful brands.

Quad/Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: QUAD) reported an 18% increase in Q3 2022 net sales, reaching $830 million, driven by print segment gains and price adjustments amid inflation. Net earnings remained steady at $14 million, while adjusted EBITDA rose to $69 million. The company raised its full-year net sales guidance to 8%-10% from 3%-7%. Notably, $10 million was spent repurchasing 3.1 million shares. Despite challenges from inflation and supply chain issues, proactive investments are expected to improve production and earnings in Q4.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) will host a conference call on November 2, 2022, at 10 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter and year-to-date results. The call will feature Joel Quadracci, Quad's Chairman, President & CEO, and Tony Staniak, CFO. Investors can access the earnings release and slide presentation on Quad's website. Participants can pre-register for the webcast or call in on the day. Replay of the call will be available until December 2, 2022.

On September 22, 2022, Rise Interactive announced a significant expansion of its Connex® technology to integrate various marketplaces and retail media networks, including Amazon and Walmart. This integration allows for real-time data analysis across multiple advertising platforms, enhancing brands' ability to measure and optimize their marketing efforts. The upgrade aims to streamline campaign management and boost performance across channels like Google, Meta, and YouTube. The company remains focused on addressing challenges in the evolving retail media landscape, maximizing client results efficiently.

Quad/Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: QUAD) reported a 9% increase in net sales for Q2 2022, or 14% excluding divestitures, with total net sales reaching $758 million. Despite revenue growth, net earnings declined to $5 million, down from $34 million in Q2 2021. Adjusted EBITDA also decreased to $56 million. The company repurchased 1.7 million shares by August 1, 2022, and maintains a liquidity of $298 million. Full-year financial guidance remains unchanged, aiming for a 3% to 7% increase in annual net sales.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) will host a conference call on August 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. ET, to discuss its second quarter results. The call will be led by Joel Quadracci, Chairman, President & CEO, and Tony Staniak, CFO. Participants can pre-register for the webcast or dial in on the day of the call. An audio replay will be available shortly after the call, with playback accessible until September 3, 2022. Quad, a global marketing experience company, serves over 4,600 clients globally.

On July 13, 2022, Rise Interactive announced the appointment of Kimberly Harris-Mooring as Senior Vice President of People & Culture. With over 30 years of experience in Human Resources, her role aims to bolster the agency's growth strategy. Harris-Mooring previously served as Chief Administrative Officer at Cook County Assessor's Office and led HR at First Midwest Bank. Rise, a subsidiary of Quad (NYSE: QUAD), focuses on client and employee investment to drive innovation, talent management, and expand diversity initiatives.

Periscope, a full-service advertising agency, has launched a new design practice called Favorite Child to meet growing market demands. This initiative aims to help brands excel through superior design capabilities. Backed by Quad (NYSE: QUAD), Favorite Child will offer comprehensive services from design strategy to brand identity. To celebrate its launch, Favorite Child will issue a 'Reverse RFP' to assist deserving brands with agency work. The agency's leadership, including Katie Kelly-Landberg, boasts extensive experience in design, aiming to elevate brand experiences in a competitive landscape.

Quad/Graphics (NYSE: QUAD) announced its addition to the U.S. small-cap Russell 2000 Index effective June 27, 2022, due to its membership in the broader Russell 3000 Index. This designation is significant as Russell indexes serve as benchmarks for roughly $12 trillion in assets managed by investment firms. The company is optimistic about leveraging this recognition to enhance its integrated marketing strategies and drive shareholder value.