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Sonoco Products Company’s $16 Million Productivity Win Reshapes The Inflation Fight!

Sonoco Products Company reported second quarter 2026 results reflecting solid operational execution amid continued inflationary pressures and uneven demand across its segments. The company generated net sales of approximately $1.9 billion, representing a 1% decline year-over-year, primarily due to softer volume in some markets. However, adjusted earnings per share increased 10% to $1.51 from $1.37, supported by productivity gains, pricing actions, and lower interest expense driven by recent debt reduction. The Industrial segment posted operating profit growth of 4% compared to the prior year and 29% sequentially, driven by $16 million in productivity improvements that more than offset higher input costs such as freight, chemicals, old recycled containerboard (OCC), and lumber. North American uncoated recycled boxboard (URB) mills saw volumes increase 6.4%, with utilization reaching a multiyear peak of 95%.