Smurfit Westrock announced robust financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, highlighting significant operational improvements across its global segments.
The company reported net sales of $8.003 billion, net income of $245 million, and an adjusted EBITDA of $1.302 billion with a margin of 16.3%. Net cash provided by operating activities reached $1.133 billion, underscoring strong cash flow generation.
The North American segment led with an adjusted EBITDA of $810 million and a margin of 17.2%, driven by operational excellence and a focus on value-added corrugated products and consumer paper portfolios. The EMEA and APAC regions contributed an adjusted EBITDA of $419 million despite market challenges, maintaining a 14.8% margin through high asset utilization and customer-focused innovation. Latin America delivered an adjusted EBITDA of $116 million, reflecting continued operational progress and market strength.
CEO Tony Smurfit highlighted the company’s progress since the Smurfit Kappa and WestRock combination 16 months ago, emphasizing ongoing restructuring, sustained profitability, and strategic investment plans. Smurfit Westrock declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4308 per ordinary share, payable December 18, 2025. Full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance remains between $4.9 billion and $5.1 billion, with planned capital expenditures of $2.4 to $2.5 billion for 2026 to enhance asset optimization and growth initiatives.
This performance positions Smurfit Westrock as a resilient leader in the paper-based packaging industry, adapting effectively to challenging market conditions while investing in future growth and innovation.
Smurfit Westrock plc is a leading global provider of sustainable, paper-based packaging solutions. Formed through the 2024 combination of Smurfit Kappa Group and WestRock Company, the group operates an extensive network of mills and converting plants across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
