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Greif Class B (GEF.B)
NYSE:GEF.B
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 27, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q3)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.49Last Year’s EPS
1.03Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jun 04, 2025
|% Change Since: 12.40%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 27, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted significant improvements in guidance, employee engagement, cost optimization, and polymer segment performance. However, challenges remain in the metals segment, fiber solutions, and North American markets. The strategic closure of the L.A. paperboard mill also marked a lowlight. Overall, the positive aspects slightly outweigh the negative, indicating strong operational progress despite market challenges.Company Guidance
During the Greif Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Call, the company raised its full-year guidance, reflecting a strong belief in its strategic direction despite ongoing macroeconomic challenges. The company achieved $214 million in adjusted EBITDA for the quarter, a $44 million increase year-over-year, and improved its adjusted EBITDA margin by 300 basis points to 15.4%. Adjusted free cash flow was reported at $110 million, up from $59 million in Q2 2024, while adjusted EPS rose to $1.19 from $0.83. Greif also updated its fiscal 2025 guidance, increasing the low end of adjusted EBITDA to at least $725 million and adjusted free cash flow to $280 million, underpinned by better price/cost performance and improved working capital management. Key highlights include $10 million in run rate savings achieved towards a $15 million to $25 million full-year cost optimization goal and strong performance in the Polymer Solutions segment with a $19 million increase in adjusted EBITDA. The company emphasized its commitment to achieving $1 billion in EBITDA and $500 million in free cash flow by 2027.Increased Full Year Guidance
Greif raised its full year guidance due to strong performance, reflecting confidence in their business strategy.
Accolades and Employee Engagement
Greif was named one of Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces for the third year in a row and received Gallup's Exceptional Workplace Award. The company achieved an 86th percentile colleague engagement score with a 94% participation rate.
Cost Optimization Progress
The company has achieved $10 million in run rate savings towards the full year commitment of $15 million to $25 million and a total of $100 million compared to the 2024 baseline.
Strong Performance in Polymers
Polymer Solutions volumes improved year-over-year, with small containers and IBC both up, driven by growth in agrochemicals, food and beverage, pharma, and flavors and fragrances.
Adjusted EBITDA and Margin Improvement
Adjusted EBITDA increased by $44 million year-over-year to $214 million, with a margin increase of 300 basis points to 15.4%.
Strong Cash Flow Generation
Generated $110 million of adjusted free cash flow, up from $59 million in Q2 of '24.
GEF.B Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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GEF.B Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2025 | $58.30 | $66.05 | +13.29% |
Feb 26, 2025 | $61.34 | $58.76 | -4.21% |
Dec 04, 2024 | $72.79 | $71.51 | -1.76% |
Aug 28, 2024 | $64.73 | $63.48 | -1.93% |
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FAQ
When does Greif Class B (GEF.B) report earnings?
Greif Class B (GEF.B) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Greif Class B (GEF.B) earnings time?
Greif Class B (GEF.B) earnings time is at Aug 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is GEF.B EPS forecast?
GEF.B EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is 1.49.