AptarGroup reported strong fourth quarter performance with reported sales growth of 12% and core sales growth of 5%. The Pharma and Food + Beverage segments achieved double-digit sales growth, while the Beauty + Home segment saw modest core sales decline. The company achieved increased earnings per share and strong cash flow from operations and free cash flow.
Reported sales grew 12%; core sales grew 5%.
Pharma and Food + Beverage segments achieved double-digit sales growth.
Reported earnings per share totaled $0.79.
Adjusted earnings per share totaled $0.92.
Aptar expects earnings per share for the first quarter of 2021 to be in the range of $0.86 to $0.94, based on an effective tax rate range of 28% to 30%. The company anticipates continued solid growth in injectables components, active material solutions, and dispensing systems for sanitizers, cleaners, and food products.
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income