Stout is pleased to present our Packaging Year in Review for 2025. We hope that you find this report helpful and that it serves as a valuable resource to you in staying up to date on the market.

We look forward to staying in touch and encourage you to contact us directly if you would like to discuss our perspectives on current market trends or potential M&A opportunities, or to discuss our relevant advisory experience.

Overview for This Edition

• Consumer Outlook Under Pressure
• Signals of Volume Recovery
• Platforms in Waiting
• Workforce Stability in Transition
• Raw Material Pricing Stabilization
• Sustainability at Crossroads