The Smurfit WestRock plc (SW) share price is expected to increase by 18.62% over the next year. This is based on calculating the average 12-month share price estimate provided by 0 stock analysts who have covered SW. Price targets range from $53.6394 at the low end to $70.80401 at the high end. The current analyst consensus for SW is a sell. Please note analyst price targets are not guaranteed and could be missed completely.
SW is a stock in Consumer Cyclical which has been forecasted to be worth $61.47075 as an average. On the higher end, the forecast price is $70.80401 USD by from and on the lower end SW is forecasted to be $53.6394 by from .
These are the latest 20 analyst ratings of SW.
Analyst/Firm |
Rating |
Price Target |
Change |
Date |
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Matthew McKellar RBC Capital | Outperform | $58 | Upgrade | Oct 31, 2024 |
Anthony Pettinari Citigroup | Buy | $57 | Initiates | Oct 23, 2024 |
Gabe Hajde Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | $50 | Maintains | Oct 7, 2024 |
Colin Isaac Redburn Atlantic | Buy | $60 | Initiates | Aug 23, 2024 |
Detlef Winckelmann JP Morgan | Overweight | $65 | Maintains | Jul 31, 2024 |
Matthew McKellar RBC Capital | Sector Perform | $52 | Reiterates | Jul 31, 2024 |
Philip Ng Jefferies | Hold | $52 | Assumes | Jul 29, 2024 |
Detlef Winckelmann JP Morgan | Overweight | $66 | Initiates | Jul 12, 2024 |
Matthew McKellar RBC Capital | Sector Perform | $52 | Initiates | Jul 12, 2024 |
Gabe Hajde Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | $53 | Maintains | Jul 9, 2024 |
When did it IPO
2024
Staff Count
100,000
Country
Ireland
Sector/Industry
Consumer Cyclical/Packaging & Containers
CEO
Mr. Anthony Paul J. Smurfit
Market Cap
$26.88B
In 2023, SW generated $12.46B in revenue, which was a decrease of -9.33% from the previous year. This can be seen as a signal that SW's business is declining, and its share price could be worth less in the future. However, if the company grows faster (or slower) than expected, this could also have a major impact on the future share price.
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Summary - Smurfit Westrock Plc will hold its Q3 2024 earnings conference call on October 30, 2024, at 7:30 AM ET, featuring key executives and analysts from major financial institutions.
Why It Matters - The Q3 earnings call provides insights into Smurfit Westrock's financial performance, outlook, and strategic direction, influencing investor sentiment and stock valuation.
Summary - Smurfit WestRock shares rose significantly after the company reported its first quarterly results post-merger, contributing to strong performance within the S&P 500.
Why It Matters - Smurfit WestRock's strong quarterly results post-merger signal growth potential, boosting investor confidence and indicating strong market performance within the S&P 500.
Summary - Smurfit Westrock plc reported Q3 2024 net sales of $7.7 billion and a net loss of $150 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $1.265 billion, with a margin of 16.5%. The quarterly dividend remains at $0.3025 per share.
Why It Matters - Smurfit Westrock's Q3 results show significant net losses despite high sales, indicating potential financial instability. The dividend announcement may attract income-focused investors amidst challenges.
Summary - Smurfit Westrock reported Q3 earnings of $0.48 per share, below the Zacks estimate of $0.71 and down from $0.81 per share a year earlier.
Why It Matters - Smurfit Westrock's earnings miss signals potential operational or market challenges, which may lead to decreased investor confidence and impact stock performance negatively.
Summary - SW's Q3 revenue increased due to acquisitions and higher corrugated volumes, though it faced challenges from lower selling prices and product mix.
Why It Matters - Acquisitions and increased corrugated volumes suggest strong growth potential, but lower selling prices could pressure margins, affecting overall profitability and investor sentiment.
Summary - Smurfit Westrock plc announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3025 per share, payable on December 18, 2024, to shareholders on record by November 15, 2024.
Why It Matters - Smurfit Westrock's approved dividend signals financial health and returns on investment, enhancing shareholder value and potentially attracting more investors.