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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: SEE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $39.07
1 Year Target Price $39.07
9 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
7 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -40.38% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.74B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.88 | 1Y Target Price 39.07 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.88 | 1Y Target Price 39.07 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 17 | Beta 1.34 | 52 Weeks Range 22.64 - 38.14 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.64 - 38.14 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.49% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.03 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-05 | When - | Estimate 0.71 | Actual 0.89 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.46% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.02% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.83% | Return on Equity (TTM) 37.35% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.88 | Forward PE 11.22 | Enterprise Value 8828668594 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89 |
Enterprise Value 8828668594 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.06 | Shares Outstanding 147095008 | Shares Floating 145409191 |
Shares Outstanding 147095008 | Shares Floating 145409191 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.47 | Percent Institutions 99.74 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sealed Air Corporation

Company Overview
History and Background
Sealed Air Corporation was founded in 1960. They initially focused on developing and marketing Bubble Wrap. Over the years, it expanded its product lines and acquired other packaging companies, evolving into a global leader in food safety and security, facility hygiene, and product protection.
Core Business Areas
- Food: This segment focuses on providing packaging solutions that help protect and preserve food, extending shelf life, reducing waste, and enhancing food safety. Solutions include Cryovac brand food packaging solutions.
- Protective: This segment offers a range of protective packaging solutions designed to protect goods during shipping and handling, reducing damage and waste. Solutions include Bubble Wrap, Instapak foam packaging, and automated packaging systems.
- Automated Packaging Solutions: Provides automated packaging machinery and systems, including integrated solutions for product protection and efficiency. These systems enhance productivity and reduce labor costs for customers.
Leadership and Structure
Sealed Air Corporation is led by a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a management team responsible for overseeing various business segments and functions. The organizational structure typically includes departments such as sales, marketing, operations, research and development, finance, and human resources.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cryovac Food Packaging: Cryovac offers a range of packaging materials and equipment used to preserve and protect fresh and processed foods, extending shelf life and reducing food waste. The market share is significant in modified atmosphere packaging (MAP). Competitors include Amcor, Berry Global, and Winpak.
- Bubble Wrap: Bubble Wrap is a cushioning packaging material used to protect fragile items during shipping and storage. Sealed Air is the original manufacturer of Bubble Wrap. Competitors include Pregis, Polycell, and other generic bubble packaging producers. Market share is significant but fragmented due to generic competitors.
- Instapak Foam Packaging: Instapak is a foam-in-place packaging solution providing customized cushioning for products during shipping. Competitors include Ranpak, Storopack, and Free-Flow Packaging International. Market share is substantial in the high-value, customized packaging segment.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The packaging industry is driven by factors like e-commerce growth, increased demand for food safety, and sustainability concerns. Trends include the adoption of sustainable packaging materials, automation, and digital printing technologies.
Positioning
Sealed Air Corporation holds a leading position in the packaging industry due to its wide range of products, brand recognition, and global presence. Their innovation in food safety and automation provides competitive advantages.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global packaging market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of USD annually. Sealed Air Corporation's position within this TAM is strong, particularly in food packaging and protective packaging, but there is considerable room for growth by expanding into sustainable solutions and emerging markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Cryovac, Bubble Wrap)
- Global presence and distribution network
- Focus on innovation and R&D
- Diverse product portfolio
- Strong relationships with key customers
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Dependence on certain key customers or industries
- Potential environmental concerns related to plastic packaging
- Debt load (can vary based on current financial structuring)
- Vulnerable to disruptions in the supply chain
Opportunities
- Growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Increased adoption of automation in packaging
- Development of new and innovative packaging materials
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
Threats
- Increased competition from other packaging companies
- Changing consumer preferences and regulations related to packaging materials
- Economic downturns impacting demand for packaging
- Disruptions in supply chains
- Fluctuations in currency exchange rates
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AMCR
- BLL
- SEE
Competitive Landscape
Sealed Air Corporation's advantages include brand recognition and innovation, while disadvantages include exposure to raw material costs and sustainability concerns. Competitors vary in size, product focus, and geographical presence.
Major Acquisitions
Diversey Holdings (Divested, not Acquired)
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3200
- Strategic Rationale: Sold the Diversey Care division and the food hygiene and cleaning business within its Food Care division to Bain Capital Private Equity. This sale simplified Sealed Air's portfolio and allowed it to focus on its core packaging solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Refer to financial reporting sites for historical growth
Future Projections: Future projections will vary based on market conditions. Analyst estimates should be reviewed for latest data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives may include focusing on sustainable packaging solutions, expanding automation capabilities, and streamlining operations for greater efficiency.
Summary
Sealed Air shows strength with its established brands and innovation. Raw material prices and sustainability concerns pose challenges. Recent divestitures have streamlined the portfolio and initiatives are being put into place to expand into automation. Strategic initiatives focusing on these threats and opportunities are essential.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
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About Sealed Air Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Charlotte, NC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Dustin J. Semach | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Packaging & Containers | Full time employees 16400 | Website https://www.sealedair.com |
Full time employees 16400 | Website https://www.sealedair.com |
Sealed Air Corporation provides packaging solutions in the United States and internationally, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. It operates through two segments: Food and Protective. The Food segment offers integrated packaging materials and automation equipment solutions to provide food safety, shelf life extension, reduce food waste, automate processes, and optimize total cost for food processors in the fresh red meat, smoked and processed meats, poultry, seafood, plant-based, fluids and liquids and cheese markets under the CRYOVAC, CRYOVAC Grip & Tear, CRYOVAC Darfresh, LIQUIBOX, Simple Steps, and Optidure brands. This segment sells its solutions directly to customers through its sales, marketing, and customer service personnel. The Protective segment provides shrink films, bagging systems, foam, inflatable, and suspension and retention packaging solutions to protect goods to e-commerce, consumer goods, pharmaceutical and medical devices, and industrial manufacturing markets under the SEALED AIR, BUBBLE WRAP, AUTOBAG, Instapak, and Korrvu brands. This segment sells its solutions through supply distributors, as well as directly to fabricators, original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers, logistics partners, and e-commerce/fulfillment operations. Sealed Air Corporation was incorporated in 1960 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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