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7. Finance Chiefs Lean on Commercial Paper to Trim Costs, Prepare for Rate Cuts.

Author

Broughton, Kristin

Subjects
*INTEREST rates, *ECONOMIC forecasting, *CORPORATE bonds, *INVESTORS, *BOND prices
Abstract

Companies are turning to the commercial paper market to reduce interest costs and prepare for potential rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Commercial paper, which has a short maturity, allows companies to quickly benefit from falling interest rates and can serve as a cheaper alternative to bank loans. Despite volatility in the market, corporate bond sales have remained strong. Issuance in the commercial paper market has increased since the initial economic shock caused by the pandemic. Companies are finding that the savings from commercial paper programs can outweigh the fixed costs, making it an attractive option. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

9. Durango buys Gilman Paper of U.S.

Author

Oyama, David I.

Subjects
*PAPER industry, *MERGERS & acquisitions
Abstract

Reports that Corporacion Durango, the holding company for Mexican pulp and paper concern Grupo Industrial Durango, has purchased 100 percent of the shares of Gilman Paper Co. of the United States.

Published
1999

11. Tobacco-paper capacity to be cut by one-third.

Subjects
*PAPER industry
Abstract

Reports that York, Pennsylvania-based P.H. Glatfelter Co. will reduce its production capacity in its tobacco-paper-making business by as much as one-third.

Published
1999

22. Goodbye, Paper Tigers.

Author

Einhorn, Cheryl Strauss

Subjects
PAPER industry, STOCKS (Finance), INVESTMENTS, INVESTMENT analysis
Abstract

Discusses the outlook for paper industry stocks, as of December 1998. Comparison of the group's performance to that of the Standard & Poor's 500 stock index; Price pressure caused by Asia's economic downturn and previous addition of capacity; Positive effects of the downturn; Mergers; Comments from industry analyst Linda Lieberman of Bear Stearns; Stock recommendations.

Published
1998

33. Norwegian Paper Deal Pressures Competitors in North America.

Author

Lee, Charlene

Subjects
*PAPER industry, *MERGERS & acquisitions
Abstract

Reports on plans by Norway-based pulp and paper group Norske Skogindustrier A/S to acquire the paper division of New Zealand's Fletcher Challenge Ltd. Terms of the proposed acquisition; Completion of two other international prominent deals involving Nordic pulp and paper groups.

Published
2000

34. More Than a Paper Tiger.

Author

Buck, Jonathan

Subjects
STOCK prices, CORPORATE profits, BUSINESS revenue, PAPER supply & demand
Abstract

The article presents a forecast for the performance of shares of Irish packaging maker Smurfit Kappa in 2016. The price of the company's shares is expected to increase due to its rising earnings and revenue. Smurfit Kappa chief executive officer (CEO) Tony Smurfit noted that its base products are still in demand.

Published
2016

35. Catching paper tigers.

Author

Willoughby, Jack

Subjects
MILLIONAIRES, GOING public (Securities), INTERNET industry
Abstract

Focuses on individuals who amassed a paper fortune exceeding $100 million through initial public offerings of stock in their companies in the United States. Biggest single contributor among Internet companies; Disadvantages of paper fortunes; Missionary zeal for their enterprises.

Published
1999

37. Paper Chase.

Author

Racanelli, Vito J.

Subjects
PAPER industry, MERGERS & acquisitions
Abstract

Follows up on a December 1998 `Barron's' article on Champion International in light of the unsolicited late April 2000 offer for the company from International Paper. Value of the bid; Comparison to a previous bid from UPM-Kymmene; Implications.

Published
2000

38. Paper profits.

Author

Byrne, Harlan S.

Subjects
PAPER products industry, MERGERS & acquisitions
Abstract

Features the Dallas, Texas-based paper products company Kimberly-Clark Corp. Problems with the company's acquisition of Scott Paper Co.; Includes difficulties in competing with Procter & Gamble Co.; Praise for Kimberly-Clark's ability to meet financial analysts' expectations; Restructuring implemented by chief executive officer Wayne Sanders. INSET: Upbeat again..

Published
2000

45. No-nonsense paper firm bets on `calming sandalwood'.

Author

Hagerty, James R.

Subjects
*PRODUCT management, *PAPER products, *MARKETING
Abstract

Explains why the Atlanta-based Georgia-Pacific Corp. has focused on branding. Introduction of paper towels and toilet paper; Drawbacks of selling paper products on the basis on price; Includes commodity price gyrations.

Published
1999

46. In Digital Era, Paper Makers Manage to Fight, Not Fold.

Author

ROSMAN, KATHERINE

Subjects
*PAPER industry, *PAPER
Abstract

The article discusses how the paper-manufacturing industry is coping with a world of increasing digitization. Special attention is paid to Mohawk Fine Papers Inc. of Cohoes, New York. Mohawk has adapted by moving into the market for high-quality paper. Among its customers are online photography service Shutterfly Inc. and Moo.com, a Website that sells business cards. Commentary about his company is provided by Mohawk president Thomas D. O'Connor Jr.

Published
2014

47. AGreatWay to Make Paper Money.

Author

Ward, Sandra

Subjects
STOCKS (Finance), CORPORATE finance, STOCK repurchasing, FINANCIAL markets, FINANCE
Abstract

The article reports on the performance of several corporate stocks. Topics discussed include online retailer Amazon.com's increased its share of online spending, total sales-estimated of cardboard boxes supplier International Paper (IP), the capital-allocation strategy of IP including share buybacks and factors affecting exports for IP.

Published
2016

50. Paper Titan's Big Bet Hits a Frosty Siberia.

Author

HAGERTY, JAMES R. and SONNE, PAUL

Subjects
*JOINT ventures, *PAPER industry
Abstract

The article discusses paper producer International Paper Co.'s (IP's) joint venture in Bratsk, Russia to produce paper products for the Chinese market. IP chief executive John Faraci has had to cope with several hurdles including crime, a frigid climate, inefficient business practices of its Russian partner, and apparent collusion on the part of suppliers.

Published
2013