WestRock

WRK · NYSE

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The case for and against

Updated Jul 3, 2024

Bull case

WestRock is projected to experience positive momentum in the containerboard market including stronger volumes, price increases, and improved margins. This growth is supported by an incremental 2.7% increase in per day North American shipments, as well as a significant market share in Brazil and an extended reach in Mexico through the acquisition of Grupo Gondi. Furthermore, the company forecasts year-on-year volume growth to resume in second half of 2024, underpinned by the improving trends in demand for Corrugated and Consumer Packaging, completion of destocking, and an increasingly optimistic consumer outlook.

Bear case

WestRock is facing several significant challenges that contribute to a negative outlook on its stock. There is a deterioration in containerboard and boxboard supply and demand trends, heightened input cost volatility around various areas such as labor and energy, and an increased likelihood of poor returns on mill and box plant projects. Additionally, its business operations in countries like Brazil, Mexico, and India can be negatively impacted by fluctuating currency values, economic activity downturns, and potential adverse political or social changes; also, its anticipated merger with Smurfit Kappa faces considerable risk, needing approval from 75% of voting shareholders.

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