The earnings call presented a mixed picture, with notable progress in profit improvement and strong divisional performances, especially in Forest and Packaging Materials. However, significant challenges remain in the Packaging Solutions division, Biomaterials, and Wood Products, alongside concerns about market volatility and high costs.
Company Guidance
During Stora Enso's Q3 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance for the upcoming quarter and highlighted key metrics from the recent performance. The company reported an adjusted EBIT increase to EUR 175 million, significantly up from EUR 21 million in the previous year, and a group sales increase of 6%, reaching nearly EUR 2.3 billion. The net debt-to-EBITDA ratio was reduced but remained above the target of 2.0. Notably, the Packaging Materials segment saw an 11% sales rise to EUR 1.169 billion, and the Biomaterials division's adjusted EBIT margin improved to 11% from 1% last year. Stora Enso announced it would sell approximately 12% of its forest assets in Sweden, valued at EUR 6.3 billion, to strengthen its balance sheet. The company also decided to retain the Beihai packaging board production site, citing its improved relative cost competitiveness amid global cost escalations. Looking ahead, Stora Enso anticipates slower market recovery and ongoing challenges such as high wood costs and market volatility, which may impact fourth-quarter profits. Nonetheless, the company aims for full-year 2024 adjusted EBIT to exceed EUR 342 million from 2023.
Continued Profit Improvement
Stora Enso reported an increase in adjusted EBIT for a fourth consecutive quarter, with Group adjusted EBIT rising to EUR 175 million from EUR 21 million last year.
Strong Performance in Forest Division
The Forest division experienced continued high demand, with sales increasing by 30% (EUR 161 million) to EUR 695 million and adjusted EBIT reaching a record high of EUR 81 million.
Packaging Materials Growth
Sales in the Packaging Materials division rose by 11% (EUR 112 million) to EUR 1.169 billion, driven by higher volumes and increased containerboard prices.
Debt Reduction Plans
Stora Enso plans to sell approximately 12% of its forest assets in Sweden to reduce debt and strengthen the balance sheet.
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Stora Enso (SEOAY) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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SEOAY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 24, 2024
$11.49
$11.11
-3.31%
Jul 24, 2024
$13.69
$12.81
-6.43%
Apr 25, 2024
$13.26
$13.53
+2.04%
Feb 01, 2024
$12.72
$12.07
-5.11%
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