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Greif Class A Divests Containerboard Business for $1.8B

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Greif Class A Divests Containerboard Business for $1.8B

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Greif Class A ( (GEF) ) just unveiled an announcement.

On August 26, 2025, Greif announced the retirement of Gary R. Martz, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary, effective October 1, 2025, with full retirement on November 30, 2025. Dennis Hoffman will succeed him. Additionally, Greif reported a 49.6% decrease in net income for the third quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year, primarily due to a prior gain from the divestiture of Delta Petroleum Company. The company is divesting its containerboard business for $1.8 billion, expected to close on August 31, 2025, and has signed an agreement to sell its timberlands business for $462 million. Greif continues to focus on cost optimization and shareholder returns, with a notable increase in adjusted free cash flow and a reduction in total debt.

The most recent analyst rating on (GEF) stock is a Buy with a $76.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Greif Class A stock, see the GEF Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GEF Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GEF is a Outperform.

Greif Class A’s overall stock score reflects a strong financial foundation with effective cash flow management and strategic divestments that enhance capital efficiency. While the technical indicators suggest a cautious short-term outlook, the company’s strategic initiatives and reasonable valuation provide a solid basis for long-term growth. The recent earnings call and corporate events further underscore the company’s commitment to optimizing its portfolio and reducing leverage, which are significant factors in the positive score.

To see Spark’s full report on GEF stock, click here.

More about Greif Class A

Greif, Inc. is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services.

Average Trading Volume: 241,221

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: $3.25B

For a thorough assessment of GEF stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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