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Sealed Air Corporation Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results

Charlotte, N.C., March 2, 2026 – Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE: SEE) has released its financial outcomes for both the fourth quarter and the complete year of 2025, displaying noteworthy progress in various segments despite challenging market conditions.

Financial Highlights

For the fourth quarter of 2025, Sealed Air's net sales amounted to $1.401 billion, marking an increase of 2% compared to the same quarter of the previous year. The Protective segment saw a profit rise of 3%, while the Food segment maintained a strong position with a 2% increase in sales. However, on a constant currency basis, the net sales slightly dipped by 1%, indicating external market influences. The total net earnings reported for the quarter were $44 million or $0.30 per diluted share, signaling a significant recovery from a previous net loss of less than $1 million, attributed largely to lower costs and improved performance.

For the full year 2025, the corporation recorded total net sales of $5.36 billion, experiencing a modest decrease of less than 1% compared to 2024. This decrease is primarily due to the Protective segment experiencing a 2% downturn. Nevertheless, net earnings for the full year improved significantly to $441 million, or $2.99 per diluted share, up from $270 million in 2024, demonstrating a robust 62.5% growth.

Adjusted Financial Metrics

In terms of adjusted outcomes, the Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter reached $278 million, accounting for 19.8% of net sales. This is a slight increase from $271 million, or 19.7%, in the previous year. The total Adjusted Net Earnings also rose to $113 million, further underpinning the company’s improving financial metrics. The market responded positively as adjusted earnings per share advanced to $0.77 from $0.75 the last year.

Acquisition News

A significant development was the announcement on November 17, 2025, of an acquisition agreement by funds associated with CDR, a prominent investment firm in the industrial and packaging sectors. Under this agreement, shareholders will receive $42.15 per share in cash, resulting in an enterprise value of $10.3 billion for Sealed Air. This acquisition is poised to close in mid-2026, pending required regulatory approvals. Once finalized, Sealed Air will transition to a privately held company.

Segmented Performance Analysis

Breaking down the performance by segment, Sealed Air’s Food division reported net sales of $937 million for the fourth quarter, an increase of 2% year-over-year. Nevertheless, constant currency adjustments exhibited a minor decline. The Adjusted EBITDA in this segment decreased slightly to $202 million. On the other hand, the Protective segment achieved a 3% increase in sales, with an Adjusted EBITDA rising to $80 million, marking an impressive 21% growth.

Cash Flow and Dividend Updates

For the full year of 2025, cash flow generated from operations was reported at $628 million, down from $728 million in 2024. Sealed Air’s focus on maintaining liquidity remains evident with available liquidity totaling approximately $1.4 billion. The company's net debt also decreased to $3.7 billion, enhancing its overall financial stability.

Additionally, Sealed Air declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share, demonstrating a commitment to returning value to its shareholders amidst continuous changes and market challenges.

Looking Ahead

As the upcoming acquisition transitions unfolds, investors and stakeholders will be closely watching how these changes affect Sealed Air's operations and market position. The company's dedication to innovating packaging solutions while managing financial health continues to set a positive outlook in the sector.

For more information, visit Sealed Air's website.