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Mar 31
PCA Q1 2025 Earnings Report
PCA reported strong Q1 results with record revenue and higher EPS driven by packaging segment performance.
Key Takeaways
Packaging Corporation of America delivered a robust Q1 2025, achieving record first-quarter revenue and increased earnings driven by improved pricing and mix in its Packaging segment, despite cost pressures and trade uncertainty.
Achieved record Q1 revenue of $2.141 billion.
Reported EPS of $2.26 and adjusted EPS of $2.31, beating guidance by $0.10.
Net income increased to $204 million, reflecting operational efficiencies and cost control.
Packaging segment drove growth with strong box demand and effective price increases.
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PCA expects Q2 2025 EPS of $2.41, reflecting implementation of price increases and scheduled maintenance impacts.
Positive Outlook
- Domestic prices expected to improve in Packaging segment.
- Box shipments forecasted to increase.
- Continued implementation of higher published paper prices.
- Strong balance sheet and capital position.
- Ongoing cost reduction initiatives to mitigate inflation.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty from global trade tensions may impact demand.
- Higher Q2 operating costs due to adjusted maintenance outage schedule.
- Planned outage at International Falls mill to reduce Paper segment volume.
- Rail contract rate hikes to increase freight and logistics expenses.
- Higher depreciation expense expected in Q2.
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