Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. (AMBP) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Revenue (Europe) $572 million, an increase of 2% year-over-year due to the pass-through of higher input costs to customers.
Adjusted EBITDA (Europe) $79 million, an increase of 18% year-over-year due to favorable volume mix and stronger input cost recovery, partly offset by higher operating costs.
Revenue (Americas) $741 million, an increase of 1% year-over-year, reflecting favorable volume mix effects and the pass-through of higher input costs.
Adjusted EBITDA (Americas) $117 million, an increase of 13% year-over-year driven by favorable volume mix effects and lower operating costs.
Adjusted Free Cash Flow $150 million for the quarter, driven by EBITDA growth and a tight focus on cash management.
Net Leverage Ratio Reduced from 5.8 times at the end of Q2 to 5.6 at the end of Q3.
Liquidity Position $707 million, an increase from $405 million at the end of Q2.
Quarterly Dividend $0.10 per share to be paid in December.
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- Earnings Release Schedule: Ardagh Metal Packaging will release its Q4 and Full Year 2025 earnings on February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM GMT, which is expected to significantly impact investor sentiment.
- Investor Conference Call: An investor webcast and conference call will take place at 2:00 PM GMT on the same day, providing real-time financial data and strategic updates to enhance investor confidence.
- Global Business Overview: Ardagh operates 23 metal beverage can production facilities across nine countries, employing over 6,000 people, with sales of approximately $4.9 billion in 2024, demonstrating its strong market position in sustainable packaging.
- Sustainability Commitment: As part of its sustainable packaging business, Ardagh is committed to providing infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans, aligning with global brand owners' demand for eco-friendly packaging, thereby reinforcing its industry leadership.
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Company Announcement: Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. has published supplemental company information on its website, accessible via a provided URL.
Business Overview: Ardagh Metal Packaging is a major global supplier of sustainable metal beverage cans, operating 23 production facilities across nine countries and generating approximately $4.9 billion in sales in 2024.
Forward-Looking Statements: The press release includes forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties, and it does not guarantee future events.
Regulatory Information: The release contains inside information as per EU regulations, with Stephen Lyons serving as the Investor Relations Director responsible for the information.

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