Strong Third Quarter Performance
Sylvamo reported strong commercial and operational performance with adjusted EBITDA of $193 million, exceeding the outlook of $170 million to $185 million. The free cash flow generation was $119 million, and adjusted operating earnings were $2.44 per share.
Project Horizon Success
The cost reduction program, Project Horizon, is on target to exceed the $110 million year-end run rate savings goal by up to $10 million, before inflation.
Positive Legal Outcome in Brazil
A Brazilian Federal Regional Court ruled in Sylvamo's favor on a court case covering 2/3 of the disputed goodwill tax amount, which may lead to eliminating a $60 million escrow requirement.
Cash Flow Generation and Capital Allocation
Sylvamo generated outstanding free cash flow in the third quarter and committed to return at least 40% of cash flow to shareholders this year.