📦 Company Overview: Mondi plc
Mondi is a vertically integrated packaging and paper group, operating across:
- Flexible Packaging: Consumer goods, food, and industrial applications
- Uncoated Fine Paper: Office and professional printing
- Corrugated Packaging: E-commerce, retail, and logistics
- Sustainable Solutions: Fibre-based alternatives to plastic
Headquartered in the UK and Austria, Mondi has operations in over 30 countries, with strong exposure to Europe, South Africa, and emerging markets. It’s a FTSE 100 constituent and a leader in sustainable packaging innovation.
📊 Valuation Metrics (as of 16 Sept 2025)
| Metric | Value | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| Share Price | 1,007.50p | Up +1.11% today |
| Market Cap | ~£4.49B | Mid-to-large cap industrial |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | ~26.90 | Slightly elevated — reflects cyclical recovery |
| Forward P/E | ~18.40 | Suggests earnings growth ahead |
| PEG Ratio | ~1.25 | Fairly valued relative to growth |
| Price-to-Book (P/B) | ~1.08 | Slight premium to asset base |
| Dividend Yield | ~5.80% | Strong income profile |
| EPS (TTM) | ~43p | Solid earnings base |
| Beta (5Y) | ~1.01 | Market-aligned volatility |
| 52-Week Range | 973.80p – 1,477.50p | Trading near support levels |
🧠 Strategic Highlights
- H1 2025 Results: Revenue stable, margins improved due to cost discipline
- Capex: Focused on sustainable fibre-based packaging and automation
- ESG Leadership: Circular economy focus, low carbon intensity
- Risks: Exposure to European industrial demand and input cost inflation
Mondi offers a blend of defensive income and cyclical upside, with strong ESG credentials and innovation-led growth.
