Rock-Tenn Company reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2013. For the quarter, net sales were $2,362.6 million against $2,287.1 million a year ago. Operating profit was $195.4 million against $170.4 million a year ago.

Income before income taxes was $172.3 million against $141.7 million a year ago. Net income attributable to the company was $109.7 million or $1.50 per diluted share against $86.0 million or $1.18 per diluted share a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was $304.5 million against $277.5 million a year ago.

Capital expenditures was $100.6 million against $92.0 million a year ago. Adjusted earnings per diluted share were $1.66 per share compared to $1.35 a year ago. Adjusted earnings per diluted share increased 23% over the prior year quarter.

The company reduced net debt by $80 million in the December quarter to $2.73 billion as on December 31, 2013.