Smurfit Westrock Is Worthy Of Attention - My Favorite Long-Term Pick Right Now

Smurfit Westrock offers compelling value as management targets margin expansion to PKG-like levels, with a disciplined, plant-level profitability focus. SW trades at a significant discount to peers, with a forward EV/EBITDA near 6.6x and a 4.5% yield, making it attractive for value investors. Management's strategy to exit low-margin contracts and empower local managers is driving margin improvement, aiming for 20% North American EBITDA margins by 2030.