RBC Capital has upgraded Sealed Air Corp (SEE) to Outperform from Sector Perform, reflecting a more optimistic outlook on the company's future. This change, effective October 8, 2025, comes as the firm currently trades at $42.48 per share.
The upgrade underscores a shift in analyst sentiment, potentially indicating improved fundamentals or better-than-expected business performance. Sealed Air Corp, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, provides packaging solutions aimed at food safety, hygiene, and product protection. The company operates in two segments: Food and Protective, delivering solutions to various end markets including fresh proteins, medical and healthcare, and e-commerce.
Sealed Air boasts a market capitalization of $6.2 billion, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.71 and an impressive dividend yield of 189.3%. The company has consistently surpassed earnings expectations in recent quarters, with Q3 2025 reporting an EPS of $0.87, exceeding estimates by 23.5%.
Looking ahead, Sealed Air is scheduled to announce its next earnings on August 3, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.84 and revenue of $1.3 billion. Analyst consensus remains favorable, with 7 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, and 7 Hold ratings, reflecting a general bullish sentiment towards the stock.
Such decisions reflect the evolving perceptions of analysts as they assess the company's strategic direction and market conditions. While analyst ratings can provide valuable insights, investors are reminded to consider a range of factors in their decision-making processes.