Sonoco posts higher GAAP net income of USD52.3m for Q1 2014
M2 - Fri Apr 18, 4:12AM CDT
Packaging company Sonoco (NYSE:SON) stated on Thursday its GAAP net income of USD52.3m (USD0.50 per diluted share) for the first quarter ending 30 March 2014.
Sonoco Beats on Earnings by a Penny - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Apr 17, 2:50PM CDT
Sonoco reported first-quarter 2014 adjusted EPS of 52 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny.
Why Sonoco Products (SON) Stock Is Up Today
at The Street - Thu Apr 17, 2:01PM CDT
Sonoco Products shares are up after beating first quarter EPS estimates and increasing revenue
Sonoco Reports First Quarter 2014 Results
GlobeNewswire - Thu Apr 17, 6:30AM CDT
Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, today reported financial results for its first quarter ending March 30, 2014.
Global Folding Carton Market 2014-2018 with Graphic Packaging, Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG, MeadWestvaco & RockTenn Dominating
M2 - Thu Apr 17, 4:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/j4439b/global_folding) has announced the addition of the "Global Folding Carton Market 2014-2018 with Graphic Packaging, Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG, MeadWestvaco & RockTenn Dominating" report to their offering. The Global Folding Carton market is witnessing various technological innovations, with companies introducing innovative products. The vendors are trying to continuously invest in R&D initiatives to differentiate themselves in the crowded market. Technologies such as barrier coatings, quick response codes, and holographic images are enabling vendors to develop improved folding cartons. Such innovations also help vendors in increasing their efficiency and reducing costs. For instance, Amcor Ltd., a prominent vendor in the market, has an in-house innovation and design team of graphic designers and scientists to come up with innovative products and technologies. Also, its local carton design team works in partnership with various design agencies to enhance product innovations. Hence, the increase in technological innovations will help in creating a demand for folding cartons during the forecast period. According to the report, one of the main drivers in this market is the increase in demand for packaged food and beverages, which has resulted from the increase in the population and the increase in the disposable income of consumers in many parts of the world. Further, the report states that one of the main challenges hindering the growth of this market is the capital-intensive nature of the business. Vendors need huge amounts of capital to enter the market both for initial investments and while adopting newer technologies. Key vendors dominating this space are: - Graphic Packaging Holding Co. - Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG - MeadWestvaco Corp. - RockTenn Co. Other vendors mentioned in the report are: - Amcor Ltd. - Arkay Packaging Corp. - Atlas Holding LLC - Belmark Inc - Cascades Inc. - Colorpack GmbH - International Paper Co. - Sonoco Products Co. - Ultra-tech Printing Co. - Van Genechten Group. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Product Style - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/j4...al_folding
CORRECTING and REPLACING -- Sonoco Board Increases Common Stock Dividend
GlobeNewswire - Wed Apr 16, 3:20PM CDT
Please replace the release with the following corrected version due to a revision.
Sonoco Board Increases Common Stock Dividend
GlobeNewswire - Wed Apr 16, 10:40AM CDT
The Board of Directors of Sonoco (NYSE:SON) today declared a $.32 per share quarterly common stock dividend, an increase from the previous quarterly dividend of $31 per share. The dividend will be paid on June 10, 2014, to shareholders of record as of May 16, 2014.
Sonoco to Invest $20 Million for New Malaysian Composite Can Plant
GlobeNewswire - Wed Apr 16, 10:38AM CDT
Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced it will invest $20 million to build a state-of-the-art, high-speed composite can production facility in near Kuala Lampur, Malaysia, which will produce packaging for snacks. In addition, the Company is spending more than $5 million to create the Sonoco Innovative Packaging Solutions (IPS) Studio at its Hartsville, S. C., manufacturing and headquarters complex. Both projects were announced today to shareholders at the Company's annual meeting.
Sonoco Recycling Names City of Durham a Bronze Sustainability Star Award Winner
GlobeNewswire - Wed Apr 02, 8:43AM CDT
Sonoco Recycling, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sonoco (NYSE:SON) and one of the largest packaging recyclers in North America, today announced that the City of Durham, N.C. has received a bronze-tier Sonoco Sustainability Star Award for significant recycling achievements after being named a Top 10 Recycling Community by Energy Digital.
Sonoco Receives Outstanding Merchandising Achievement Awards
CNW Group - Fri Mar 28, 7:01AM CDT
Sonoco (NYSE: SON), one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced that its display and packaging services business won six awards at the Point of Purchase Advertising International (POPAI) 56(th) annual Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) competition.
Sonoco Receives Gold Flexible Packaging Achievement Award for LEGO Pouch
CNW Group - Tue Mar 18, 7:00AM CDT
LEGO Hero Factory Stand-up Pouch Recognized for Sustainability and Environmental Achievement
Sonoco Releases 2013 Annual Report to Shareholders
CNW Group - Mon Mar 17, 7:30AM CDT
Company's Annual Meeting to be Held April 16, 2014
Recognitions, Share Repurchase Agreement, Plant Closure Update, and Product Line Extensions - Analyst Notes on Sealed Air, Ball, Bemis, Sonoco, and Fibria
PR Newswire - Wed Mar 12, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Sealed Air Corp (NYSE: SEE), Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL), Bemis Company, Inc. (NYSE: BMS), Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON), and Fibria Celulose SA (NYSE: FBR). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
Sonoco ThermoSafe Launches Via(TM) Series of Pre-Qualified Shippers
CNW Group - Mon Mar 10, 7:01AM CDT
Reusable and Single-use Shippers Ensure Temperature Protection for Clinical Trials Shipments
Sonoco ThermoSafe unveils new wine shipping product for protection of wine and craft beverages from temperature extremes
M2 - Fri Mar 07, 6:57AM CST
Sonoco ThermoSafe disclosed on Thursday the launch of a new line extension to its wine shipper family of products, designed for the shipment of wine, spirits and craft alcoholic beverages for up to five days.
Flexible Packaging (Plastic, Paper, Aluminum Foil and Others) Market Forecast, 2013 - 2019 Report
M2 - Fri Mar 07, 3:15AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/vtlgc3/flexible) has announced the addition of the "Flexible Packaging (Plastic, Paper, Aluminum Foil and Others) Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019" report to their offering. Flexible Packaging (Plastic, Paper, Aluminum Foil and Others) Market for Food & Beverages, Retail Non-Food, Pharmaceutical and Other Applications - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019 Flexible packaging includes bags, pouches, films and envelopes which take the shape of the product. Flexible packaging is made of a variety of materials such as paper, plastics, aluminum foil and cellulose. It is widely is packaging of foods, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal care products among others. The flexible packaging report gives a detailed analysis and forecast of the market on a global as well as regional level. On a global level, the market has been analyzed on the current trends and forecast for a time period ranging from 2013 to 2019. The market has been studied on the basis of volume (kilo tons) and revenue (USD million). For an in-depth understanding of the market on a regional level, the demand has been analyzed and forecast based on volume (kilo tons) and revenue (USD million) for the same time. The study takes into account drivers and restraints of the market and their impact on the growth of the market. In addition, the report includes opportunities available for the growth of the market within the forecast period, on a global as well as regional level. For an insightful understanding of the market, we have given a detailed analysis of the value chain. Moreover, we have included Porter's five force model which gives a clear and in-depth understanding of the degree of competition. The study also covers a market attractiveness analysis, where the applications has been benchmarked based on the market size, growth rate and general attractiveness. The market has been segmented based on products and applications and each of these segments have been analyzed and forecast based on volume (kilo tons) and revenue (USD million), for a time period ranging from 2013 to 2019. In addition, the segments have been analyzed and forecast based on current trends on a global as well as regional level, for the given time period. Geographically, the market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the World (RoW), and the demand has been analyzed and forecast based on current trends for a period of six years, ranging from 2013 to 2019. Profiles of certain leading companies have been covered in this report along with a detailed analysis of their market share. The study has profiled companies such as Amcor Ltd., Bemis Company Inc., Huhtamaki Oyj, Mondi, Sealed Air Corporation and Sonoco Products among others. The company profiles include attributes such as company overview, financial overview, SWOT analysis, business strategies and recent developments. Key Topics Covered: Preface Executive Summary Flexible Packaging - Industry Analysis Global Flexible Packaging Market - Product Segment Analysis Flexible Packaging Market - Application Analysis Flexible Packaging Market - Regional Analysis Company Profiles List of Figures List of Tables Companies Mentioned - Amcor Ltd. - Ampac Holding - Bemis Company, Inc - Bischof Klein GMBH & CO.KG - Constantia Flexibles International GmbH - Flextrus AB - Huhtamaki Oyj - Mondi plc - Sealed Air Corporation - Sonoco Products Company - Ukrplastic - Wipak Group For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/vtlgc3/flexible About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.