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News about Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) focuses on its activities as a timber-focused real estate investment trust with major operations in sustainable forestry, land management and wood products manufacturing. The company regularly issues press releases and investor updates that highlight developments across its timberlands, wood products and land solutions businesses, as well as its climate solutions initiatives.
Investors following WY news will see announcements on quarterly and annual financial results, including earnings releases and details of related webcasts and conference calls. Weyerhaeuser frequently provides schedules for upcoming results, along with information on how to access live webcasts, presentation materials and replays through its investor channels.
Company news also covers strategic updates such as portfolio optimization actions in its timberlands, including acquisitions of high-quality acreage and divestitures of non-core timberlands in various U.S. regions. Weyerhaeuser uses these updates to explain how it is enhancing the quality and value of its timberlands while recycling capital in a tax-efficient manner.
Another key area of coverage is Weyerhaeuser’s climate and land solutions strategy. Recent releases describe growth targets for its Climate Solutions business and partnerships to develop biocarbon products that use wood fiber as a renewable replacement for coal and coke in metals production. News items may also address community initiatives, such as multi-year investments in rural operating communities through the company’s THRIVE program.
In addition, Weyerhaeuser issues governance and capital allocation news, including board appointments, dividend declarations and details of its cash return framework. For investors, analysts and other stakeholders, the WY news feed provides a centralized view of the company’s financial reporting, strategic plans, sustainability efforts and community engagement.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) has declared an interim supplemental dividend of $0.50 per share, payable on October 19, 2021. Eligible shareholders must be on record by October 5, 2021. The board also authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $1 billion, replacing the prior $500 million program. This decision follows the company's strong cash flow performance in the first half of 2021, highlighting a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Weyerhaeuser aims to declare and pay supplemental dividends annually in the first quarter of each year.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) is set to host a virtual investor day on September 22, 2021, starting at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time. The event aims to update attendees on the company's strategic initiatives, capital allocation, and sustainability goals, followed by a Q&A session. Interested participants can register for the webcast via the company's website. Weyerhaeuser, a leading timberland owner and wood products manufacturer, operates approximately 11 million acres of timberlands and generated $7.5 billion in net sales in 2020.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) announced the appointment of Travis Keatley as senior vice president of Timberlands, effective September 13, 2021. Keatley, who has over 20 years of experience with the company, was previously vice president of Western Timberlands. His appointment follows the planned retirement of Adrian Blocker, who will assist in the transition until mid-October. Keatley is expected to enhance operational excellence and sustainable forest management in his new role, bringing fresh perspectives to the company.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) has announced an agreement to open approximately 90 acres of sustainably managed private forestland on West Tiger Mountain, Issaquah, Washington, for permanent public access after a planned harvest this month. Collaborating with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and local organizations, Weyerhaeuser aims to rebuild trails and enhance recreational access. This initiative aligns with their long-term conservation strategy, maintaining access for communications while ensuring public enjoyment of the area, showcasing a commitment to balancing conservation and sustainable timber harvest.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, payable on September 17, 2021, to shareholders of record as of September 3, 2021. The company continues its 'base plus variable supplemental' dividend framework, aiming for an annual total return to shareholders of 75 to 80 percent of Adjusted Funds Available for Distribution (Adjusted FAD). Adjusted FAD is the net cash from operations after capital expenditures. Weyerhaeuser reported $7.5 billion in net sales for 2020 and manages approximately 11 million acres of timberlands.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) announced a virtual investor day scheduled for September 22, 2021, starting at 9:30 a.m. Pacific. The event will feature senior management discussing the company’s strategic initiatives, capital allocation, and sustainability goals, followed by a Q&A session. Investors can register for the webcast through their website. Weyerhaeuser, a significant player in timberland ownership and wood product manufacturing, reported $7.5 billion in net sales for 2020 and manages approximately 11 million acres of timberlands in the U.S. and Canada.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) reported a remarkable second quarter for 2021, achieving net earnings of $1.0 billion, or $1.37 per diluted share, significantly up from $72 million in the same period last year. With net sales reaching $3.1 billion, the company also noted Adjusted EBITDA soaring to $1.6 billion, a 40% increase from the previous quarter. Notably, long-term debt was reduced by $225 million. Despite a positive outlook for residential construction and robust cash flow, Weyerhaeuser anticipates lower earnings in Q3 due to rising costs and decreased timber harvest volumes.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) has completed the sale of 145,000 acres of timberlands in Washington's North Cascades to Hampton Resources for $266 million. The company had announced this transaction in April 2021 and expects to incur no tax liability from the sale. This move aligns with Weyerhaeuser's strategy of managing its timberland assets sustainably. With around 11 million acres under management, Weyerhaeuser continues to be a significant player in the timber industry.
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) will announce its second quarter 2021 results on July 30, prior to market opening. A live webcast and conference call will follow at 7 a.m. Pacific (10 a.m. Eastern) to discuss the financial results. Weyerhaeuser is a significant player in timberland ownership and wood products manufacturing, controlling approximately 11 million acres in the U.S. and employing around 9,400 staff. The company generated $7.5 billion in net sales in 2020.
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