UPM-KYMMENE

UPM Kymmene reported adjusted EBITDA for Q2 just above consensus, supported by improved unit costs in the Communication Papers segment. The Fibres division missed the forecast by roughly 9% due to higher costs, weighing on growth prospects and sustainable profitability. In addition, previously announced temporary shutdowns of two Finnish pulp mills and earlier analyst downgrades dampened sentiment. The stock then fell about 6.7% and hit a daily low, approaching its 52-week low of €22.37. » Mere på de.investing.com

The UPM-Kymmene share fell about 2.6% to €24.10 after the company announced it will temporarily shut down the Kaukas pulp mill from Aug. 3 for around six weeks and is considering a possible temporary closure of the Pietarsaari plant in October. Analysts cut earnings estimates for European forestry companies due to the weak softwood pulp market and competition from eucalyptus, and Goldman Sachs has signaled caution for the sector. Finnish investors are shifting capital into technology and AI stocks, and the upcoming quarterly report on July 23 temporarily increases uncertainty. » Mere på de.investing.com

UPM-Kymmene reported Q1 2026 EPS of €0.39 (expectation €0.3536) and revenue of €2.505 billion (expectation €2.48 billion). Comparable EBIT was €274 million with a stable EBIT margin of 10.8%, operating cash flow was €89 million and net debt €2.962 billion. UPM Energy delivered the best quarterly result in the company’s history; the company is keeping investments low and sees growth potential in renewables and biofuels. Despite the positive metrics, the share fell 0.93% to €24.78; the firm expects further EPS growth (Q2: €0.40, Q3: €0.48). » Mere på de.investing.com

UPM-Kymmene is expected to open the books for the quarter ended 31 December 2025 on 4 February 2026. Eleven analysts on average expect earnings per share of €0.443 (prior year: -€0.190) and revenue of €2.42 billion on average (-8.19% versus the prior year). For the fiscal year, 17 analysts on average forecast EPS of €1.20 (prior year: €0.82) and revenue of €9.76 billion (prior year: €10.34 billion). » Mere på finanzen.net

UPM-Kymmene significantly missed profit expectations in the second quarter of 2025, reporting EPS of $0.17 and a 6% drop in revenue to €2.4 billion. Despite the weak results, the stock rose by 1.46% as investors bet on strategic investments and anticipated cost reductions in the second half of the year. Management emphasized its focus on growth, financial stability, and strengthening its competitive position despite ongoing market challenges. » Mere på de.investing.com