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NEWELL BRANDS INC. (NWL): restructuring charge — Newell Brands launches Network Optimization Project; expects $25M-$35M annual savings
NEWELL BRANDS INC.
- Restructuring to reduce and optimize North American distribution centers; implementation by end of FY2024.
- Expected annual pre-tax cost savings of $25M-$35M from real estate and bought cost reductions.
- Estimated restructuring charges of $37M-$49M ($8M-$11M cash severance, $29M-$38M site reductions).
- Approximately $35M-$44M of charges are future cash outlays; capital expenditures of $30M-$40M expected.
- Project initiated May 24, 2023; aims to simplify cost structure and improve operating margins.