New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - February 2, 2023) - Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of WestRock Company ("WestRock" or the "Company") (NYSE: WRK). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.

The investigation concerns whether WestRock and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

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On February 1, 2023, WestRock reported its first quarter financial and operating results. Among other items, WestRock reported earnings per share that missed analyst expectations by $0.05, as well as an unexpected year-over-year revenue decline that fell $210 million short of consensus estimates. WestRock attributed the disappointing results to "elevated inflation and softening macroeconomic conditions [which] negatively impacted [the Company's] Global Paper business."

On this news, WestRock's stock price fell $4.97 per share, or 12.67%, to close at $34.27 per share on February 1, 2023.

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CONTACT:
Robert S. Willoughby
Pomerantz LLP
rswilloughby@pomlaw.com
888-476-6529 ext. 7980

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