Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

NasdaqGS:PTVE Stock Report

Market Cap: US$3.3b

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Pactiv Evergreen Management

Management criteria checks 2/4

Pactiv Evergreen's CEO is Mike King, appointed in Mar 2021, has a tenure of 4.08 years. total yearly compensation is $11.90M, comprised of 10.8% salary and 89.2% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.54% of the company’s shares, worth $17.53M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 2.9 years and 4.6 years respectively.

Key information

Mike King

Chief executive officer

US$11.9m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage10.83%
CEO tenure4.1yrs
CEO ownership0.5%
Management average tenure2.9yrs
Board average tenure4.6yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Analysis Article Dec 04

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTVE) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 28%

The Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain...
Analysis Article Nov 16

Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.10

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.10 per share on 13th of December...
Seeking Alpha Oct 27

Pactiv Evergreen: A Complicated Investment Case

Summary Pactiv Evergreen has struggled since its public offering in 2020, amidst ongoing restructuring efforts and high leverage employed. Despite generating $5.5 billion in annual sales, the company faces challenges to consistently create shareholder value creation due to restructuring charges and industry volatility. Recent financials show a mixed performance, falling sales, high leverage and disappointing prices for divestments. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Oct 10

The Market Doesn't Like What It Sees From Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTVE) Revenues Yet

When you see that almost half of the companies in the Packaging industry in the United States have price-to-sales...
Analysis Article Sep 17

Is Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) A Risky Investment?

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
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New Narrative Sep 11

Pivoting To A Capital-Light Model Augments Efficiency And Net Margins Amid Tactical Cost Cuts

Pactiv Evergreen's shift to a core focus on North American converting operations and move towards a capital-light business model could enhance operational efficiency and margins.
Seeking Alpha Aug 14

Pactiv Evergreen: Attractive Entry Point For Long-Term Investors

Summary PTVE recommended as a buy due to cost structure improvements and attractive FCF yield. Poor 2Q24 results led to share price decline, but the long-term outlook remains positive with potential for demand recovery. PTVE is expected to generate $250 million FCF in FY25, offering >10% FCF yield and potential for attractive upside in share price. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 07

Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE)?

While Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...
Analysis Article Jul 15

Are Investors Undervaluing Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) By 46%?

Key Insights The projected fair value for Pactiv Evergreen is US$21.95 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Pactiv...
Analysis Article Jun 10

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTVE) Popularity With Investors Is Clear

It's not a stretch to say that Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.4x right...
Seeking Alpha Jun 02

Pactiv Evergreen: Heavy Restructuring Set To Drive Margin Growth

Summary PTVE has been undergoing heavy restructuring and has experienced a decline in net revenue and net income in 2023, but has maintained strong adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow throughout. The firm has announced a new restructuring plan, illustrating its commitment to restructuring efforts that are expected to further enhance efficiencies and generate cost savings. Additionally, it has been actively cutting down on its debt, reducing its net leverage ratio from 7.63x to 4.07x. It has targeted to achieve a low 3s in 2024. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article May 06

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

It's been a sad week for Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ), who've watched their investment drop 12% to US$13.57 in...
Analysis Article Apr 24

Is Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) A Risky Investment?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article Mar 29

An Intrinsic Calculation For Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Suggests It's 38% Undervalued

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Pactiv Evergreen fair value estimate is US$23.13 Pactiv...
Seeking Alpha Mar 21

Pactiv Evergreen: Attractive FCF Yield Profile Once Cost Savings Program Ends

Summary I upgrade my rating for Pactiv Evergreen stock from neutral to buy due to early signs of demand recovery and successful cost reduction efforts. PTVE's 4Q23 revenue fell, but EBITDA improved, indicating margin expansion. The stock price dropped due to a weak FY24 EBITDA guide. Risks include potential missteps in the restructuring program. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Feb 22

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTVE) Share Price Not Quite Adding Up

With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 0.8x in the Packaging industry in the United States, you...
Seeking Alpha Feb 01

Pactiv Evergreen: Good Margin Growth Should Drive The Stock Price

Summary Pactiv Evergreen's revenue growth should struggle due to weak demand from restaurants and QSRs in the near term. The company has shown significant margin growth and is expected to continue improving through operational improvements and cost control. The stock is undervalued and has potential for upside as the company's margin outlook remains strong and the economy recovers. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jan 24

Is Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Potentially Undervalued?

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...
Analysis Article Dec 02

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Shares Could Be 28% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate

Key Insights Pactiv Evergreen's estimated fair value is US$16.91 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...
Analysis Article Nov 05

Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.10

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) will pay a dividend of $0.10 on the 15th of December. This makes the dividend...
Analysis Article Nov 03

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTVE) 29% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
Analysis Article Jul 18

Should You Think About Buying Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Now?

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of...
Analysis Article Jun 27

An Intrinsic Calculation For Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Suggests It's 49% Undervalued

Key Insights The projected fair value for Pactiv Evergreen is US$14.92 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...
Analysis Article Mar 10

Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.10

The board of Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.10 per share on the...
Analysis Article Feb 22

Is Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Trading At A 44% Discount?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Pactiv Evergreen fair value estimate is US$19.31 Pactiv...
Analysis Article Feb 03

At US$11.62, Is Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ:PTVE) Worth Looking At Closely?

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTVE ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of...
Analysis Article Nov 25

Pactiv Evergreen (NASDAQ:PTVE) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.10

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PTVE ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.10 per share on 15th of December...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Mike King's remuneration changed compared to Pactiv Evergreen's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Dec 31 2024US$12mUS$1m

-US$139m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

-US$167m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

US$73m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

-US$86m

Dec 31 2023US$11mUS$1m

-US$228m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

-US$223m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

-US$75m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

US$137m

Dec 31 2022US$11mUS$1m

US$315m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

US$323m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

US$150m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

US$86m

Dec 31 2021US$7mUS$950k

US$31m

Compensation vs Market: Mike's total compensation ($USD11.90M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD7.11M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Mike's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.


CEO

Mike King (44 yo)

4.1yrs
Tenure
US$11,897,790
Compensation

Mr. Michael Jack King, also known as Mike, serves as Director at Pactiv Evergreen Inc. since September 2020 and also serves as its Chief Executive Officer and President since March 5, 2021. He had been Pre...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Michael King
President4.1yrsUS$11.90m0.54%
$ 17.5m
Jonathan Baksht
Chief Financial officer2.9yrsUS$3.95m0.13%
$ 4.3m
Chandra Mitchell
Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary3.8yrsUS$2.35m0.089%
$ 2.9m
Timothy Levenda
President of Foodservice4.6yrsUS$3.33m0.16%
$ 5.3m
Eric Wulf
President of Food & Beverage Merchandising4.6yrsUS$2.31m0.087%
$ 2.8m
Douglas Owenby
Chief Operations Officer3.6yrsUS$2.15m0.086%
$ 2.8m
Tommy Darby
Chief Accounting Officer1.4yrsno datano data
Mike Betz
Chief Information Officer2.8yrsno datano data
Curt Worthington
Vice President of Strategy & Investor Relations2.3yrsno datano data
Sandy Cobden
Chief Counsel of Litigation & Compliance1.1yrsno datano data
Beth Kelly
Senior Director of Communications & Creative Servicesno datano datano data
Danny Phillips
Vice President of Sales & Food Merchandising2.8yrsno datano data
2.9yrs
Average Tenure
48.5yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: PTVE's management team is considered experienced (2.9 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Michael King
President4.6yrsUS$11.90m0.54%
$ 17.5m
Felicia Thornton
Independent Director4.6yrsUS$272.98k0.034%
$ 1.1m
Rolf Stangl
Independent Director4.6yrsUS$262.12k0.045%
$ 1.5m
Allen Hugli
Director5.3yrsno data0.023%
$ 750.2k
LeighAnne Baker
Independent Chairman of the Board2.8yrsUS$407.36k0.046%
$ 1.5m
Linda Massman
Independent Director1.2yrsUS$261.52k0.000010%
$ 325.3
Duncan Hawkesby
Director2.8yrsno data0.094%
$ 3.0m
4.6yrs
Average Tenure
57yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: PTVE's board of directors are considered experienced (4.6 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2025/04/02 11:17
End of Day Share Price 2025/03/31 00:00
Earnings2024/12/31
Annual Earnings2024/12/31

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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. is covered by 5 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Mark WildeBMO Capital Markets Equity Research
Kyle WhiteDeutsche Bank
Adam SamuelsonGoldman Sachs