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Sealed Air Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Sealed Air's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -9.3%, while the Packaging industry saw earnings declining at 2.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 0.4% per year. Sealed Air's return on equity is 35.7%, and it has net margins of 8.2%.
Key information
-9.26%
Earnings growth rate
-8.04%
EPS growth rate
| Packaging Industry Growth | 12.01% |
| Revenue growth rate | 0.37% |
| Return on equity | 35.65% |
| Net Margin | 8.23% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Dec 2025 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 01
SEE: Merger Vote And Earnings Outlook Will Guide Fairly Balanced Prospects
Analysts have increased their price target on Sealed Air to $46.00. This is a modest adjustment supported by slightly revised assumptions regarding the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E.Narrative Update • Mar 18
SEE: Merger Vote And Earnings Outlook Will Shape Fairly Balanced Prospects
Analysts have lifted their price target on Sealed Air slightly to $45.36 from $45.02, citing updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that modestly adjust their valuation outlook. What's in the News Sealed Air has scheduled a special shareholders meeting for February 25, 2026, at 08:00 US Eastern Standard Time to vote on a proposed merger agreement.
Narrative Update • Mar 03
SEE: Merger Vote And Go Shop Provision Will Drive Further Upside
Analysts have maintained their $52.00 price target on Sealed Air, citing slightly lower assumed revenue growth, a modestly higher profit margin, and a marginally reduced discount rate and future P/E as the key factors behind their unchanged view. What's in the News Sealed Air has scheduled a special and extraordinary shareholders meeting for February 25, 2026, at 08:00 US Eastern Standard Time to vote on a proposed merger agreement.
Narrative Update • Feb 17
SEE: Higher Fair Value And 2026 Meeting Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Sealed Air from $31 to $42, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that together support a higher fair value estimate. What's in the News Sealed Air has scheduled a Special or Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting for February 25, 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 03
SEE: Go Shop Provision And Buyout Offer Will Drive Further Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Sealed Air to US$52.00, reflecting updated views on fair value, a slightly different discount rate, modestly adjusted revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a revised future P/E assumption. What's in the News Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC agreed to acquire Sealed Air Corporation for US$6.3b, offering US$42.15 per share in cash, with plans for Sealed Air to be delisted from the NYSE and become a privately held company if the merger is completed (M&A Transaction Announcements).Narrative Update • Jan 20
SEE: Buyout Proposal And Earnings Outlook Will Shape Fairly Balanced Prospects
Analysts have nudged their price target on Sealed Air slightly lower to about US$45.02 from roughly US$45.13. This reflects updated views on modestly softer revenue growth assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate, a small improvement in projected profit margins, and a marginally lower future P/E.Narrative Update • Jan 06
SEE: Takeover Offer And Go Shop Clause Will Unlock Further Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Sealed Air slightly lower to about US$51.08 from US$52.00, reflecting small adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and expected future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Clayton, Dubilier & Rice agreed to acquire Sealed Air for US$6.3b in cash at US$42.15 per share, with Sealed Air expected to be delisted from the NYSE and become a privately held company if the merger closes (M&A Transaction Announcements).Narrative Update • Dec 14
SEE: Takeover Premium Will Drive Strong Upside From Current Deal Price
Analysts have lifted their price target on Sealed Air by approximately 6 percent to about $52 per share, citing a slightly lower discount rate, modestly higher expected profit margins, and a richer future earnings multiple that more than offset reduced long term revenue growth assumptions. What's in the News Clayton, Dubilier & Rice agreed to acquire Sealed Air for $6.3 billion, offering $42.15 per share in cash.Narrative Update • Nov 30
SEE: Buyout Offer And Automation Milestones Will Influence Fair Valuation
Sealed Air’s analyst price target has been raised from $43.90 to $45.13, as analysts cite improved revenue growth forecasts and slightly higher profit margin expectations in their updated assessment. What's in the News Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC has agreed to acquire Sealed Air Corporation for $6.3 billion, pending shareholder and regulatory approval.Narrative Update • Nov 15
SEE: Potential Buyout Interest And Ongoing Initiatives Will Shape Next Steps
Narrative Update on Sealed Air Analysts have raised their price target for Sealed Air from $41.31 to $43.90. This change stems from adjustments to discount rates and earnings assumptions after a reevaluation of growth and profitability outlooks.Seeking Alpha • Nov 13
Sealed Air Corporation Pops On Takeover Rumors, Shares Can Still Climb Higher
Summary Sealed Air Corporation surged 19.4% on news of potential buyout talks with private equity firm Clayton Dubilier & Rice. SEE remains undervalued despite recent share gains, with cost-cutting and debt reduction initiatives driving improved profitability and lower risk. The company's Food segment growth and successful Liquibox acquisition have offset declines in the Protective segment, supporting a turnaround thesis. SEE is rated a compelling "Buy" as shares remain attractively priced, with further upside likely even if a buyout does not materialize. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 11
Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.20
The board of Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 19th of December...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Results: Sealed Air Corporation Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
As you might know, Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) just kicked off its latest third-quarter results with some very...Narrative Update • Nov 01
SEE: Upcoming CFO Appointment And Product Advances Will Drive Shareholder Value
Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Sealed Air, adjusting it down by $0.62 to $41.31. They cited changes in projected revenue growth and discount rates as key factors.Analysis Article • Oct 28
Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.20
The board of Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.20 per share on the...Narrative Update • Oct 18
Sustainable Packaging And Global Expansion Will Drive Market Success
Analysts have raised their price target for Sealed Air from $39.71 to $41.93 per share, citing minor adjustments to key financial assumptions following their latest review. What's in the News Sealed Air launched the AUTOBAG 850HB Hybrid Bagging Machine, enabling fulfillment operations to switch quickly between paper and poly mailers and advance sustainable packaging options (Product Related Announcements).Narrative Update • Oct 04
Sustainable Packaging And Global Expansion Will Drive Market Success
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Sealed Air from $39.29 to $39.71, citing modest improvements in projected profit margins and future earnings multiples. What's in the News Launched the AUTOBAG 850HB Hybrid Bagging Machine, enhancing automation and offering both poly and paper mailer support for fulfillment operations (Product Related Announcements) CRYOVAC brand achieved a milestone with the installation of its 4,000th rotary vacuum chamber system at Cargill's Dodge City, Kansas, facility (Client Announcements) Appointed Kristen Actis-Grande as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 25, 2025, succeeding Interim CFO Veronika Johnson (Executive Changes, CFO) Issued earnings guidance for 2025, projecting net sales between $5,100 million and $5,500 million (Corporate Guidance, New/Confirmed) Completed buyback of 7,874,815 shares for $463.05 million under previously announced repurchase program (Buyback Tranche Update) Valuation Changes The consensus analyst price target has risen slightly from $39.29 to $39.71 per share.Analysis Article • Aug 05
Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.20
Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) will pay a dividend of $0.20 on the 26th of September. This means the dividend...Analysis Article • Jul 21
When Should You Buy Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE)?
Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Jul 21
Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.20
The board of Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.20 per share on the...Analysis Article • Jun 29
Take Care Before Diving Into The Deep End On Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE)
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Jun 02
Sealed Air (NYSE:SEE) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.20
Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.20 per share on the 27th of June...Analysis Article • May 15
Sealed Air's (NYSE:SEE) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
The market was pleased with the recent earnings report from Sealed Air Corporation ( NYSE:SEE ), despite the profit...Seeking Alpha • Dec 02
Sealed Air: On The Sidelines Until Recovery Becomes Clear
Summary Sealed Air Corporation's topline contraction continues due to weak volume and pricing. The food segment shows strength with positive volumes and margin expansion, but overall topline growth remains pressured by the protective segment's weakness. Long-term outlook remains promising with sustainability initiatives and partnerships, but near-term headwinds from volume and pricing issues persist. Despite being undervalued, concerns over revenue and margin recovery lead to a cautious stance, leading to a "HOLD" rating on the stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 23
Sealed Air Corporation: 2 Visible Headwinds Pressuring Earnings Growth
Summary I recommend a hold rating for Sealed Air due to visible headwinds in the protective and food segments impacting earnings growth. The weakness in SEE's protective segment, driven by Amazon's shift from air pillows to paper fillers, poses a demand headwind. The food segment's recent volume growth is likely short term, with declining cattle cycles and potential reversion to mean slaughter rates in Australia and Brazil posing risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 30
Patrick Kivits' Leadership To Spearhead Growth And Revolutionize Business With A Sustainable Edge
Leadership change with Patrick Kivits as CEO aims to leverage his experience for growth and transformation, potentially increasing revenue and market share.Seeking Alpha • Aug 12
Sealed Air Corporation: Still Breathing For Air
Summary Sealed Air Corporation shares have lost value over the past year due to a weak financial performance amidst high leverage ratios. The company's guidance for 2024 is uninspiring, with sales and earnings expected to decline, leading to a tough outlook for the future, as weakness is seen into 2025. Despite low earnings multiples, Sealed Air's uneven track record, leverage employed, and ongoing business challenges make it a risky investment choice. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Sealed Air makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 5,360 | 441 | 749 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 5,332 | 396 | 740 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 5,325 | 299 | 751 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 5,336 | 303 | 755 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 5,393 | 270 | 759 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 5,397 | 395 | 748 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 5,434 | 364 | 746 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 5,470 | 360 | 731 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 5,489 | 339 | 756 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 5,517 | 309 | 749 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 5,536 | 384 | 761 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 5,573 | 405 | 783 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 5,642 | 491 | 774 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 5,768 | 566 | 802 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 5,774 | 541 | 792 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 5,684 | 535 | 784 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 5,534 | 491 | 768 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 5,343 | 460 | 764 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 5,174 | 484 | 773 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 4,996 | 475 | 767 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 4,903 | 484 | 773 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 4,861 | 471 | 729 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 4,843 | 418 | 749 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 4,852 | 343 | 774 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 4,791 | 293 | 850 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 4,753 | 368 | 824 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 4,720 | 364 | 796 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 4,714 | 422 | 778 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,733 | 149 | 778 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 4,700 | -24 | 759 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 4,645 | -42 | 747 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 4,560 | -96 | 725 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 4,462 | 58 | 744 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 4,335 | 183 | 734 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 4,269 | 189 | 738 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 4,238 | 161 | 767 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 4,211 | 289 | 757 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 4,864 | 262 | 979 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 5,545 | 284 | 1,191 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 6,291 | 311 | 1,410 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 4,410 | 157 | 778 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 7,251 | 276 | 1,699 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 7,481 | 251 | 1,773 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: SEE has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: SEE's current net profit margins (8.2%) are higher than last year (5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: SEE's earnings have declined by 9.3% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: SEE's earnings growth over the past year (63.7%) exceeds its 5-year average (-9.3% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: SEE earnings growth over the past year (63.7%) exceeded the Packaging industry 4.9%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: Whilst SEE's Return on Equity (35.65%) is high, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/08 10:37 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Sealed Air Corporation is covered by 14 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Scott Gaffner | Barclays |
| Mark Wilde | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Anthony Pettinari | Citigroup Inc |