Amcor plc

AMCR
10-QFiled:May 07, 2026

Summary

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The Print

Net sales increased 77% YoY to $5.9B, driven by the Berry acquisition, while diluted EPS fell 12% to $0.60 due to a 60% increase in shares outstanding.

The Berry acquisition closed on April 30, 2025, transforming the company's scale and segment mix, with significant increases in sales, gross profit, and net income, but EPS diluted by share issuance.

  • Net sales rose 77% YoY to $5.9B, primarily from the Berry acquisition.
  • Net income attributable to Amcor increased 42% YoY to $278M, but diluted EPS declined 12% to $0.60 due to share issuance.
  • Gross margin improved 50 bps to 20.1%, reflecting synergies and cost initiatives.

Results That Matter

Financial highlights: current period, prior period, change, and investor takeaway per metric
MetricCurrent PeriodPrior PeriodChangeInvestor Takeaway
Revenue
$5.9B$3.3B+77.4%
Increase driven by the Berry acquisition, partially offset by lower volumes and unfavorable price/mix.
Operating income
$461.0M$313.0M+47.3%
Increase primarily due to higher gross profit from the Berry acquisition, partially offset by higher SG&A, amortization, and restructuring costs.
Operating margin
7.8%9.4%−1.6 ppts
Margin decline reflects higher amortization and restructuring costs as a percentage of sales, despite gross margin improvement.
Diluted EPS
$0.60$0.68−11.8%
EPS decreased despite higher net income due to a 60% increase in diluted shares outstanding from the Berry acquisition.

Earnings Quality & Cash Conversion

Reported net income of $278M includes significant non-operating items: $134M amortization of acquired intangibles, $69M restructuring/transaction/integration costs, and a $30M discrete tax benefit. Adjusted net income was $446M, up 71% YoY, reflecting underlying operational improvements and synergies.

Value Drivers & Capital Allocation

The company is funding the Berry integration and restructuring with cash from operations and debt. Dividends of $300M were paid in the quarter, and share buybacks were minimal. Capex of $687M for the nine months reflects increased investment post-acquisition. The strategic portfolio review may lead to divestitures, with $503M of assets held for sale.

Return on equity was 2.4%; return on assets 0.7%.

  • Five businesses with annual revenue of approximately $500M classified as held for sale as part of strategic portfolio review.
  • Sale of ePac investment completed for estimated proceeds of $79M.

Forward Signals

cautious

Not explicitly provided in the filing. Management targets $530M in pre-tax synergies, $60M in financial synergies, and $60M in growth synergies by end of fiscal 2028 from the Berry integration.

Known trends

  • Softer consumer demand and customer order volatility in certain markets, driven by geopolitical tensions, tariff changes, and persistent inflation.
  • Higher energy prices and supply-chain disruptions from Middle East conflict impacting raw material costs and logistics.

Subsequent events

  • Subsequent to quarter end, completed sale of two of the five businesses classified as held for sale and executed agreements to sell the remaining three.

Risks

No risk factors found

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Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Leverage: Total debt of $15.9B, net debt of $14.3B after $1.6B cash. Net debt increased from $13.3B at June 30, 2025, primarily due to debt assumed and issued for the Berry acquisition.

Liquidity: Cash and equivalents of $1.6B, with $92M in short-term debt. Operating cash flow for nine months was $556M, up from $276M prior year, driven by higher net income and working capital changes.

Working capital: Current assets $9.8B vs. current liabilities $6.8B (current ratio 1.44x). A year earlier: $8.4B vs. $7.0B (1.21x).

Maturities & covenants

  • Current portion of long-term debt is $561M, with significant maturities in coming years as detailed in Note 12.
  • The company has various senior notes guaranteed by subsidiary groups, with maturities ranging from 2026 to 2036.

Notable Footnotes

ItemImpact
Berry Acquisition Purchase Price AllocationPreliminary allocation resulted in $6.7B of goodwill and $5.9B of intangible assets, with amortization expense expected to be approximately $557M in fiscal 2026.
Held for Sale ClassificationFive businesses with $503M in assets and $177M in liabilities classified as held for sale, with a $6M impairment recognized.
Restructuring Activities (Berry Plan)Total estimated pre-tax net cash cost of $280M, with $292M in projects initiated. $47M incurred in Q3 FY2026, with $45-55M expected in remaining fiscal year.

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