Sonoco swings to Q3 net loss of $732 million

• Sonoco swung to a third-quarter 2026 net loss of $732 million, reflecting an $829 million noncash goodwill impairment charge.
• Net sales fell year over year to $2.04 billion, primarily due to the ThermoSafe divestiture.
• Nine-month operating cash flow dropped 21% year over year to $217.55 million; full-year 2026 guidance targets $600 million to $650 million.
• Management is taking targeted actions through its Profitability Performance Plan to reduce costs, improve productivity and address inflationary pressures.

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