The earnings call reflected a balanced outlook with notable achievements in sales growth, improved cash flow, and shareholder returns, contrasted by challenges such as increased tax rates, tariff impacts, and net debt rise. Despite these challenges, the company maintains a strong position in the market.
Company Guidance -
Q3 2025
In CCL Industries' second quarter of 2025 investor update, the company reported a 4.8% increase in sales, reaching $1.9 billion, driven by 2% organic growth, 1% acquisition-related growth, and a 1.8% positive impact from currency translation. Operating income rose by 5% to $322.1 million, excluding currency effects. Notably, net earnings were $213.1 million, down from $279.5 million the previous year, primarily due to a $78.1 million noncash revaluation gain in 2024. Excluding this gain, net earnings were $201.4 million, highlighting a 6.9% increase in net income for the first half of 2025. The company's effective tax rate increased to 25.3% from 18.8% in the prior year, excluding the revaluation gain. EBITDA grew 6%, and free cash flow from operations surged to $226 million from $118.8 million. The company reported a slight increase in net debt to $1.63 billion, maintaining a strong balance sheet with a leverage ratio of 1.04x. Adjusted earnings per Class B share increased by 8% to $1.22, supported by improved operating income, favorable currency translation, and reduced net finance costs. CCL Industries returned $312.1 million to shareholders, through share repurchases and dividends, and plans $485 million in capital expenditure for 2025.
Sales and Operating Income Growth
Sales increased by 4.8% reaching $1.9 billion compared to the previous year's $1.8 billion, with a 5% increase in operating income excluding foreign currency effects.
Improved Free Cash Flow
Free cash flow from operations was $226 million in Q2 2025, significantly up from $118.8 million in Q2 2024, driven by improved earnings and reduced capital expenditures.
Shareholder Returns
The company repurchased approximately 1.3 million shares for $100 million and announced a 10.3% increase in annual dividends, returning a total of $312.1 million to shareholders in 2025.
Strong Segment Performance
CCL segment saw 4.7% organic growth, with strong performance in the HPC business and CCL Design. Innovia showed strong performance in the Americas and improved results in the U.K.
CCL Industries (CCDBF) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
Missed
CCDBF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Aug 13, 2025
$58.06
$58.64
+1.00%
May 07, 2025
$51.88
$55.17
+6.34%
Feb 19, 2025
$48.91
$51.46
+5.21%
Nov 13, 2024
$57.43
$55.36
-3.60%
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FAQ
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CCL Industries Inc Class B (CCDBF) is schdueled to report earning on Nov 05, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).
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