Sealed Air (SEE) Q4 Results Approaching: Experts Weigh In on Critical Performance Indicators

Sealed Air's Upcoming Earnings Preview

Sealed Air (SEE) is set to announce its latest quarterly results, with analysts predicting earnings per share of $0.72—a 4% decrease from the same quarter last year. Revenue is anticipated to reach $1.34 billion, reflecting a 2.4% drop year over year.

Over the past month, the consensus estimate for SEE's earnings per share has remained steady, indicating that analysts have not adjusted their outlook during this period.

Monitoring changes in earnings forecasts is essential before a company reports its results, as these revisions often signal how investors may react. Research consistently shows a close link between shifts in earnings estimates and short-term stock price movements.

While consensus estimates for earnings and revenue provide a general sense of performance, examining analysts' projections for specific business segments can offer deeper insights.

Key Metrics to Watch for Sealed Air

• Net Sales – Food: Analysts expect this segment to generate $896.79 million, which would be a 2.8% decline from the previous year.
• Net Sales – Protective: Forecasts suggest $445.25 million in sales, down 1.1% year over year.
• Adjusted EBITDA – Food: This metric is projected to reach $205.06 million, compared to $207.60 million a year ago.
• Adjusted EBITDA – Protective: Analysts anticipate $74.56 million, up from $66.70 million in the prior year.

In the past month, Sealed Air's stock has edged up by 0.2%, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite slipped by 0.3%. With a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), SEE is expected to outperform the broader market in the near term.

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