Q1 2026 KP Tissue Inc Earnings Call Transcript

May 14, 2026 / 12:30 PM GMT

Release Date Price: $8.44 (+1.08%)

Transcript

Key Points

Positve

KP Tissue Inc (KPTSF) reported a strong adjusted EBITDA of $86.9 million for Q1 2026, marking a 14.6% year-over-year increase.
The company maintained a solid EBITDA margin of 16%, driven by lower pulp prices and reduced warehousing costs.
Production rates across all paper machines and converting lines exceeded targets, supporting revenue momentum.
The new state-of-the-art converting line in Memphis is expected to add capacity and support premium product focus.
KP Tissue Inc (KPTSF) improved its market share in the facial tissue segment to nearly 47% in Canada.

Negative

Overall revenue declined slightly by 0.3% year-over-year, impacted by unfavorable foreign exchange rates.
Sales in the United States decreased by 1.5%, primarily due to a high comparison base from the previous year.
The company faces escalating input costs, including higher fuel and freight expenses.
There is category softness in the Canadian market, with a reported 1% decline in units.
The proposed TAD facility in the western United States is facing delays, with startup now expected in late 2028.

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E D I T E D V E R S I O N

KPT.TO - KP Tissue Inc
Q1 2026 KP Tissue Inc Earnings Call
May 14, 2026 / 12:30PM GMT

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Good morning and welcome to KPTSU's first quarter 2026 results conference call. Today's call is being recorded for replay.

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I will now turn the call over to Doris Grubik, Director of Investor Relations. You may begin your conference.

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