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Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in diversified packaging solutions serving consumer goods, industrial, and retail markets. This news hub provides investors and industry professionals with comprehensive coverage of Sonoco's strategic developments, operational updates, and sustainability initiatives.
Track critical updates including quarterly earnings reports, packaging innovation announcements, sustainability achievements, and strategic partnerships. Our curated collection features official press releases, market analyses, and regulatory filings to help stakeholders monitor Sonoco's position in the competitive packaging sector.
Key focus areas include advancements in recyclable materials, manufacturing efficiency improvements, and expansion of the company's global supply chain capabilities. Regular updates cover Sonoco's progress in meeting environmental goals while maintaining its leadership in paperboard containers and protective packaging solutions.
Bookmark this page for real-time updates on SON's business performance, including developments in food-safe packaging technologies and industrial packaging applications. Stay informed about this packaging innovator's responses to evolving market demands and regulatory changes affecting the global container industry.
Sonoco Products Company, a leader in sustainable packaging, announced that its Flexible Packaging division has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its EnviroFlex™ Recycled Content portfolio. This certification, awarded by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification System, validates resin sourcing practices at Sonoco’s Morristown, Tennessee facility. ISCC PLUS promotes the traceability of recycled materials and supports the circular economy. The certification will help Sonoco provide customers with verifiable materials that meet sustainability commitments. EnviroFlex packaging offers custom barriers for oxygen, moisture, and grease, supporting various applications while promoting circular practices in flexible packaging.
Sonoco Products Company reported first quarter 2024 financial results, including $166 million of operating cash flow and $80 million of Free Cash Flow. They achieved net income of $65 million, Adjusted EBITDA of $245 million, and increased their quarterly dividend. Sonoco revised Adjusted EPS and EBITDA guidance due to the sale of Protective Solutions, entered a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement, and released their 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report.
Net sales decreased 5% to $1.6 billion, with lower pricing and the treatment of recycling operations impacting results. Operating profit and net income attributable to Sonoco also decreased. Adjusted operating profit and EBITDA were lower due to volume decreases and unfavorable price/cost in segments. The company's President and CEO emphasized the progress made in portfolio alignment and strategic initiatives.
In segment results, the Consumer Packaging and Industrial Paper Packaging segments saw declines in net sales and operating profit. The All Other segment also experienced lower net sales, operating profit, and Adjusted EBITDA. Cash flow highlights showed an increase in operating cash flow, higher capital expenditures, and an increase in dividends paid.
Sonoco provided guidance for the second quarter and full year 2024, aiming for adjusted EPS of $1.25 to $1.35 for Q2 and $5.00 to $5.30 for the full year. The Company remains focused on portfolio simplification, financial discipline, and capital return to shareholders.
Sonoco (SON) is implementing a 6% price increase for tubes and cores in Mexico due to inflationary pressures and increased raw material costs, effective May 2024. The decision was made to support high-quality goods and services for customers despite market conditions.
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