Sylvamo Q3 adjusted EBITDA beats analyst expectations
Overview
US paper producer's Q3 net sales from continuing ops fell year-over-year after Europe reclassified as discontinued
Q3 adjusted EBITDA beat analyst expectations
Operating profit rose on higher prices and lower maintenance costs
Outlook
Company expects to focus on Latin America and North America after proposed Europe business sale
Company says North American supply and demand balance remains healthy, with paper price increases mostly implemented
Company expects higher input and transportation costs due to supply chain pressures and high oil prices
Result Drivers
PRICE INCREASES - Co said higher paper prices and improved mix contributed $25 mln to results
LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS - Reduced planned maintenance outage costs benefited quarterly results
OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE - Improved operational performance reduced costs by $6 mln
Company press release:
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q3 Adjusted EBITDA | Beat | $128 mln | $124.17 mln (4 Analysts) |
Q3 Free Cash Flow | $16 mln | ||
Q3 Net Income continuing operations | $85 mln | ||
Q3 Segment Operating Profit | $87 mln |
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