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Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Investing in Winpak (TSE:WPK) five years ago would have delivered you a 30% gain
If you buy and hold a stock for many years, you'd hope to be making a profit. Better yet, you'd like to see the share price move up more than the market average. Unfortunately for shareholders, while the Winpak Ltd. (TSE:WPK) share price is up 12% in the last five years, that's less than the market return. Meanwhile, the last twelve months saw the share price rise 2.8%. With that in mind, it's worth seeing if the company's underlying fundamentals have been the driver of long term performance, or if there are some discrepancies. Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and these 15 US stocks have developments that are poised to benefit. While the efficient markets hypothesis continues to be taught by some, it has been proven that markets are over-reactive dynamic systems, and investors are not always rational. One way to examine how market sentiment has changed over time is to look at the interaction between a company's share price and its earnings per share (EPS). Over half a decade, Winpak managed to grow its earnings per share at 7.5% a year. This EPS growth is higher than the 2% average annual increase in the share price. So one could conclude that the broader market has become more cautious towards the stock. You can see below how EPS has changed over time (discover the exact values by clicking on the image). Dive deeper into Winpak's key metrics by checking this interactive graph of Winpak's earnings, revenue and cash flow. It is important to consider the total shareholder return, as well as the share price return, for any given stock. Whereas the share price return only reflects the change in the share price, the TSR includes the value of dividends (assuming they were reinvested) and the benefit of any discounted capital raising or spin-off. It's fair to say that the TSR gives a more complete picture for stocks that pay a dividend. We note that for Winpak the TSR over the last 5 years was 30%, which is better than the share price return mentioned above. The dividends paid by the company have thusly boosted the total shareholder return. Winpak shareholders gained a total return of 10% during the year. But that was short of the market average. The silver lining is that the gain was actually better than the average annual return of 5% per year over five year. This suggests the company might be improving over time. If you would like to research Winpak in more detail then you might want to take a look at whether insiders have been buying or selling shares in the company. Of course Winpak may not be the best stock to buy. So you may wish to see this free collection of growth stocks. Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on Canadian exchanges. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
Globe and Mail
20-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Winpak Announces Voting Results
WINNIPEG, MB , May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - Winpak Ltd. (TSX: WPK) (the "Corporation") is pleased to announce that the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated March 20, 2025 , were elected as directors of the Corporation at the Corporation's Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 15 , 2025. A total of 95.30 percent of outstanding shares were voted. Each of the directors was elected by a majority of the votes cast by shareholders present or represented by proxy at the meeting. The results of the vote are set out in the following table: 50,017,422 85.50 % 8,481,987 14.50 % Martti H. Aarnio-Wihuri 42,648,131 72.90 % 15,851,278 27.10 % Rakel J. Aarnio-Wihuri 45,827,808 78.34 % 12,671,601 21.66 % Bruce J. Berry 46,639,859 79.73 % 11,859,550 20.27 % Kenneth P. Kuchma 58,290,447 99.64 % 208,962 0.36 % Dayna Spiring 57,699,042 98.63 % 800,367 1.37 % Minna H. Yrjönmäki 44,454,425 75.99 % 14,044,984 24.01 % Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting are available on SEDAR at Winpak Ltd. manufactures and distributes high-quality packaging materials and related packaging machines. The Company's products are used primarily for the protection of perishable foods, beverages, and healthcare applications.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Activity In Global For May 2025
In recent weeks, global markets have experienced a notable upswing, particularly in the U.S., where equities rallied following a temporary suspension of tariffs between the U.S. and China. This positive sentiment has been further bolstered by cooling inflation rates and a strong performance across several indices, including small-cap benchmarks like the S&P MidCap 400 Index and Russell 2000 Index. In this context, identifying small-cap stocks that exhibit promising fundamentals and insider activity can be an effective strategy for investors looking to capitalize on current market conditions. 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Operations: The revenue model primarily consists of rental income from properties, with a gross profit margin fluctuating around 84.45% to 86.49% in recent periods. Operating expenses are relatively stable, ranging from CA$5.66 million to CA$6.55 million over the last few quarters, impacting overall profitability alongside non-operating expenses which have shown variability. PE: 9.0x Automotive Properties Real Estate Investment Trust, a smaller company in the real estate sector, shows potential for growth with recent insider confidence demonstrated by Kapil Dilawri's purchase of 42,400 shares valued at approximately C$426,734. Despite challenges like high-risk funding and one-off earnings impacts, the trust's strategic acquisitions in Florida and Ohio signal expansion efforts. Recent earnings revealed sales of C$23.9 million for Q1 2025 but a drop in net income to C$7.7 million from C$20.9 million year-over-year suggests financial headwinds. Click here to discover the nuances of Automotive Properties Real Estate Investment Trust with our detailed analytical valuation report. Gain insights into Automotive Properties Real Estate Investment Trust's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Winpak specializes in manufacturing and distributing packaging materials and related machinery, with a market capitalization of approximately C$3.09 billion. Operations: Winpak generates revenue primarily from Flexible Packaging and Rigid Packaging and Flexible Lidding, with a smaller contribution from Packaging Machinery. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching 31.98% in December 2024. Operating expenses are a significant cost factor, including sales and marketing as well as research and development expenses. PE: 13.0x Winpak, a smaller player in the packaging industry, recently announced a share repurchase program to buy back up to 3.09 million shares by March 2026, which may indicate management's belief in its potential value. The company reported Q1 2025 sales of US$284.8 million and net income of US$34.58 million, showing steady performance despite a slight dip from last year. Earnings are projected to grow annually by 6.87%, supported by insider confidence through recent purchases within the past year, reflecting trust in future growth prospects despite reliance on external borrowing for funding needs. Dive into the specifics of Winpak here with our thorough valuation report. Examine Winpak's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past. 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Dallas Ross will assume the Chair role following their resignation as CFO. Insider confidence is evident with Ross purchasing 60,000 shares for over C$1.41 million, marking a 166% increase in their holdings. Despite first-quarter earnings showing a decline to C$11.47 million from C$15.25 million last year, the company maintains shareholder value through dividends and an active share repurchase program targeting up to 807,118 shares by April 2026. Take a closer look at Westshore Terminals Investment's potential here in our valuation report. Learn about Westshore Terminals Investment's historical performance. Explore the 169 names from our Undervalued Global Small Caps With Insider Buying screener here. Got skin in the game with these stocks? Elevate how you manage them by using Simply Wall St's portfolio, where intuitive tools await to help optimize your investment outcomes. 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Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include TSX: TSX:WPK and TSX:WTE. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Winnipeg Free Press
16-05-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Winpak plans large-scale expansion at Winnipeg packaging plant
A major manufacturer has a Winnipeg expansion underway that involves turning food into food packaging. Winpak Ltd. is adding 210,000 square feet to its Saulteaux Crescent facility. Once complete, the US$100 million expansion will house the production of recyclable packages. Starch — the byproduct of potato and pea protein processing — is expected to be a shining star. By current plans, starch will be used to create packaging for pasta, lunch meat and a swath of other products. 'We're taking a product that's typically down-cycled, goes to a landfill, and turning it into a value-added product,' said James Holland, president of Winpak Division (an arm of Winpak Ltd.) and Winpak Films. Winpak is part of a global packaging group and counts 13 North American manufacturing plants, its website reads. PepsiCo, Nestlé and Walmart are on its customer list. Winpak products come in the form of Keurig pods and Cesar dog food tins. Oliver Muggli, Winpak's chief executive, said the new addition to the company's Winnipeg plant should be operational early next year. The first line — 65 metres long — will focus on 'recycle ready' materials. Meat, cheese and medical device packaging will be in the queue. Muggli expects to ramp up operations on the central line over six years. Roughly US$100 million worth of material can be outputted at capacity, he said. The site will have space for three lines. Winpak will ask board members for approval of the second line next year; realistically, the line will be added in 2027, Muggli said. A third line could arrive between 2027 and 2030. 'Eco-form' products will be made, using starches, on the second line. 'Starch, surprisingly, has very good oxygen barriers,' Muggli said. 'It's good for protecting food product from deterioration.' Manitoba potato processing plants and Roquette, a pea protein business in Portage la Prairie, will be tapped for their starch byproduct, Muggli continued. Winpak hasn't yet sold packaging using its starch process. It's been developing procedures with the National Research Council for the past 11 years. The new facility will have a space to showcase products to customers and a research and development area. Muggli anticipates hiring 30 to 40 people per line. The lines are complicated and the jobs are 'fairly sophisticated,' he added. Tariffs haven't affected the building's creation or Winpak's Winnipeg operations. However, the company's Quebec plant has been hit — it converts aluminum into items like yogurt lids before shipping such goods to the United States. U.S. President Donald Trump placed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports in March. Canada reciprocated with levies of its own on U.S. steel and aluminum. 'It is, of course, an issue,' Muggli said. 'However, our competitors in the U.S. are facing the same tariffs, so it's kind of a level playing field.' Overall, the trade war is creating inflationary pressures that are passed to clients, who then pass those to U.S. consumers, Muggli relayed. He deemed 2024 a 'very successful year.' Winpak saw a 5.4 per cent year-over-year increase in its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), reaching US$240.8 million. Its revenue, US$1.13 billion, decreased 0.9 per cent during the same time frame. Winpak's 2024 annual report cited selling price and mix changes as change contributors. Net income attributable to Winpak equity holders reached a record $149.5 million in 2024. Uncertainty hovers, but as of right now, Muggli expects 2025 to be 'another year of new records.' Winpak marks its 50th anniversary in 2025. Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham presented the company with a community service award at its annual shareholders meeting Thursday. 'Thank you for not just your investment today, but your commitment to building Winnipeg and our economy in the future,' Gillingham said, adding a half-century in business 'doesn't happen by accident.' Winpak employs upwards of 1,000 people in Winnipeg. Wihuri International Oy, a Finnish conglomerate, is majority shareholder. Earlier this week, Winpak celebrated its recent $100,000 donation to the Grace Hospital. The health-care facility renamed its emergency department waiting area after Winpak's retiring board chairman, Antti I. Aarnio-Wihuri. Gabrielle PichéReporter Gabrielle Piché reports on business for the Free Press. She interned at the Free Press and worked for its sister outlet, Canstar Community News, before entering the business beat in 2021. Read more about Gabrielle. 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Winnipeg Free Press
08-05-2025
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
New name for Grace Hospital waiting room
Grace Hospital is renaming its emergency department waiting area after Anti I. Aarnio-Wihuri, the retiring chairman of Winpak's board of directors. The packaging company, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, donated $100,000 in support of the annual Grace Hospital Day fundraising campaign. This year's event is on Friday. 'We are truly overwhelmed by Winpak's generosity to our hospital,' Jeffrey Coleman, chairman of the Grace Hospital Foundation's board of directors, said in a news release Thursday. 'Winpak is a dear friend and neighbour, and they have been a long-term supporter in our efforts to provide the best care possible to our patients.' A dedication ceremony for the renaming is set for Tuesday. 'Winpak has deep roots in this community, and we could think of no better way to mark our 50th anniversary than by contributing to the health and well-being of Manitobans,' Winpak CEO Olivier Muggli said in the release. 'It gives us great pride to have an area of the hospital named in honour of our outgoing chairman.' The foundation is currently trying to raise $1.6 million to enhance minimally invasive surgery capacity at the Grace.
