- Cascades reported second-quarter sales of C$1.19 billion, a slight increase of 0.6% compared to last year and in line with estimates.
- The company achieved an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of C$0.19, significantly up from C$0.080 the previous year.
- For the full year 2025, Cascades has revised its financial expectations to C$150 million before disposals, down from the previous forecast of C$175 million.
- The tissue segment showed stable results due to better pricing and sales volume, although impacted by higher operational costs from planned shutdowns and maintenance.
- Packaging performance benefitted from selling price increases and stable shipments.
- Cascades remains cautious about the packaging segment, as positive pricing and raw material trends are expected to be balanced by limited demand.
- Analyst recommendations include 1 buy, 5 holds, and no sell ratings.
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A look at Cascades Inc Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 5 | |
| Dividend | 4 | |
| Growth | 2 | |
| Resilience | 3 | |
| Momentum | 3 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 3.4 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Analysts using the Smartkarma Smart Scores have given Cascades Inc a positive long-term outlook based on its scores in various key factors. With a top score of 5 in Value, Cascades Inc is considered to be undervalued relative to its intrinsic worth. A strong score of 4 in Dividend indicates the company’s ability to provide steady income for investors. However, its lower scores in Growth, Resilience, and Momentum suggest that the company may face challenges in terms of expansion, ability to withstand economic fluctuations, and stock price performance.
Cascades Inc, a company that produces paper and packaging products, operates in several countries including Canada, the United States, and various European nations. The positive scores in Value and Dividend highlight the company’s solid financial foundation and income potential. As the scores for Growth, Resilience, and Momentum are lower, investors may need to carefully monitor how Cascades Inc navigates through these challenges for its long-term sustainability and profitability.
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