Norske Skog ASA

Norske Skog reported a pre-tax result of NOK 120m for Q3 2025 (YTD NOK 610m), despite EBITDA falling to NOK 38m. The shift from publication to packaging paper is weighing on short-term profitability: publication paper delivered an EBITDA margin of 7%, while the packaging segment showed -26%. The company formally took over PM1 in Golbey (production 28kt, deliveries 24kt) and aims for a capacity of 760kt RCCM and full utilization by H1 2027. Balance sheet metrics remain stable with an equity ratio of 43%, around NOK 1bn in cash and net debt of NOK 4.24bn; capex for the quarter was NOK 216m, and further investments and subsidies are planned. » More on de.investing.com

Norske Skog reported a Q3 2025 pre-tax profit of NOK 120m and an EBITDA of NOK 38m, which declined from the previous quarter. The equity ratio improved to 43%, cash holdings stand at NOK 758m and net debt at NOK 4.2bn. The share fell in pre-market trading and is approaching its 52-week low as demand for publication paper weakens. Management is relying on cost cuts, expansion in the packaging paper segment and full utilization of paper machine PM1 in Golbey by 2027 as drivers for future growth. » More on de.investing.com

Norske Skog saw a significant improvement in EBITDA to NOK 106 million and a pre-tax profit of NOK 49 million in the second quarter of 2025, leading to a 7.99% increase in its share price. Despite a challenging market environment with declining demand for publication paper and overcapacity in containerboard, the company is focusing on cost efficiency and strategic innovation, including the start of production on the PM1 in Golbey. Management remains optimistic about future prospects and expects full capacity utilization of the new production line by 2027. » More on de.investing.com