Sonoco Prod Stock Price, News & Analysis

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) has successfully acquired the remaining one-third interest in its Brazilian joint venture, Sonoco do Brasil Participacoes, Ltda, from private investors. This acquisition marks a significant step since Sonoco initially acquired a two-thirds stake in 2015. The joint venture, which generated approximately $34 million in sales in 2021, is a prominent flexible packaging supplier in Brazil, servicing major multinational clients in various industries, including confectionery and pharmaceuticals. Sonoco aims to enhance its product offerings and market presence in the growing flexible packaging sector.

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) announced the appointment of Ernest Haynes as the new President of Sonoco Metal Packaging, effective March 29, 2022. Haynes, previously Division VP and General Manager of Rigid Paper Containers, will oversee the newly acquired Metal Packaging business, which is a major player in sustainable packaging and the largest aerosol can producer in North America. He succeeds Jim Peterson, who has led the business for over 15 years. Haynes brings 25 years of experience at Sonoco and aims to ensure seamless integration and operational success.

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) updated its earnings guidance for Q1 2022, expecting GAAP earnings per diluted share between $0.80 and $0.90. Base earnings are projected to range from $1.70 to $1.80, marking a 35% increase from previous guidance. The company attributes this improvement to strong price recovery and higher demand, particularly following the acquisition of Ball Metalpack. Sonoco will release its financial results on April 21, 2022, and host a conference call at 11 a.m. ET. The company generated approximately $5.6 billion in revenue in 2021, employing 20,500 people globally.

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) has announced its 2022 Annual Shareholders Meeting will be held on April 20, 2022, in Hartsville, S.C. The company released its 2021 Annual Report, detailing financial results and the acquisition of Ball Metalpack for $1.35 billion. Sonoco emphasizes its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions under the theme Better Than Ever. Shareholders can access the annual report and related documents via the company's website. The meeting will include a live webcast for those unable to attend in person.

Sonoco-Alcore S.a.r.l. has announced a price increase of €100 (£85) per tonne on all recycled paperboard grades in its EMEA regions, effective from March 14, 2022. This decision comes in response to rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions affecting the business. Phil Wolley, Division Vice President – Paper Europe, highlighted the ongoing price volatility in energy markets and indicated that further increases or surcharges may be necessary.

Cascades Sonoco announced that its FlexSHIELD® coatings received third-party certification for compostability from TÜV Austria, alongside recyclability and repulpability certifications from the Fiber Box Association. FlexSHIELD's aqueous-based barrier coatings are intended for various packaging applications and offer polyethylene-like protection. It is FDA, CFIA, and EUR compliant for direct food contact. Jeff Stacy, Market Segment Manager, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainable packaging, reflecting years of research and development efforts.

On February 14, 2022, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) announced the departure of two Board members. Marc D. Oken, Chairman of Falfurrias Capital Partners, will not seek reelection due to reaching the mandatory retirement age. Oken has been with the board since 2006 and served on several key committees. Additionally, Lloyd M. Yates, a board member since 2019 and President and CEO of NiSource, Inc., has submitted his resignation, effective March 1, 2022. Yates's departure was not due to any disagreements with the company. Sonoco plans to nominate 12 directors for reelection at the upcoming annual meeting.

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) announced its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 results, reporting net sales of $1.44 billion for Q4 and $5.59 billion for the full year, marking increases from 2020. Despite a GAAP loss of $(0.86) per diluted share for 2021, Q4 earnings improved significantly to $0.66 per share. The company's acquisition of Ball Metalpack for $1.35 billion is expected to positively impact 2022 earnings, with guidance set between $4.60 and $4.80 per diluted share. Operational cash flow is projected between $690 million to $740 million for 2022.