Sappi’s Q4’24 HEPS slump 98%
Sappi CEO, Steve Binnie spoke with CNBC Africa’s Godfrey Mutizwa to unpack the numbers.
Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:47:16 GMT
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- Progressive improvement in performance despite global challenges
- Focus on high-demand products like Dissolving Pulp and packaging
- Optimistic outlook for growth in South Africa and North America
Sappi, a global leader in sustainable woodfibre products and solutions, has reported a fourth-quarter slump in headline earnings per share (HEPS) by 98%. However, Sappi CEO, Steve Binnie, remains optimistic about the company's performance and growth prospects as he spoke with CNBC Africa's Godfrey Mutizwa to unpack the numbers. Binnie highlighted the challenges and successes the company faced in the past year, emphasizing the progressive improvement in performance despite the global financial and economic challenges. The key theme of the discussion revolved around Sappi's strategic shift towards high-demand products, cost optimization, and capacity adjustments to enhance profitability and competitiveness in the market.