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Packaging Corporation Of America (PKG)
:PKG
PKG Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$172.72 - $250.82
Previous CloseN/A
Volume221.41K
Average Volume (3M)684.20K
Market Cap
$17.41B
Enterprise Value$19.70B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$843.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.80B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.3
Beta0.69
Next Earnings
Oct 27, 2025EPS Estimate
2.84Last Dividend Ex-Date
Jun 13, 2025Dividend Yield2.61%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.48
Shares Outstanding89,980,000
10 Day Avg. Volume738,018
30 Day Avg. Volume684,198
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)0.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio0.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.13
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.31
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.55
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.29
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$215.40Price Target Upside11.31% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Acquisition ImpactFollowing the GEF acquisition, PKG’s recycled mix will increase from ~20% to ~30%, enhancing its market position.
Market GrowthE-commerce remains the fastest growing end market with healthy volumes, and PKG continues to generate solid margins due to its low-cost network.
Operational EfficiencyThe Glendale, AZ box plant started up ahead of schedule and below budget, allowing PKG to better serve the market.
Bears Say
Competition RiskHigh operating rates in the industry have historically attracted new entrants, which could be negative for PKG.
Export ChallengesExports are softer, notably to China, with a reduction of 1,200 tons a month.
Rising CostsRising operating costs and maintenance expenses are weighing on earnings and have led to a sell-off.
Packaging News
PKG FAQ
What was Packaging Corporation Of America’s price range in the past 12 months?
Packaging Corporation Of America lowest stock price was $172.72 and its highest was $250.82 in the past 12 months.
What is Packaging Corporation Of America’s market cap?
Packaging Corporation Of America’s market cap is $17.41B.
When is Packaging Corporation Of America’s upcoming earnings report date?
Packaging Corporation Of America’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 27, 2025 which is in 80 days.
How were Packaging Corporation Of America’s earnings last quarter?
Packaging Corporation Of America released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2025. The company reported $2.48 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.444 by $0.036.
Is Packaging Corporation Of America overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Packaging Corporation Of America’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Packaging Corporation Of America pay dividends?
Packaging Corporation Of America pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.61%. See more information on Packaging Corporation Of America dividends here
What is Packaging Corporation Of America’s EPS estimate?
Packaging Corporation Of America’s EPS estimate is 2.84.
How many shares outstanding does Packaging Corporation Of America have?
Packaging Corporation Of America has 89,980,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Packaging Corporation Of America’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Packaging Corporation Of America reported an EPS of $2.48 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.444. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.189%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Packaging Corporation Of America?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PKG
Packaging Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$215.40 (11.31% Upside)
$215.40 (11.31% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PKG Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 106.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
0.16%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
20.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.27%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Packaging Corporation Of America
Packaging (PKG) is a leading company in the packaging industry, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of packaging solutions for various sectors, including food and beverage, consumer goods, and industrial markets. The company offers a wide range of products such as cartons, containers, and flexible packaging materials, utilizing innovative and sustainable practices to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
PKG Earnings Call
Q2 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted strong financial performance with increased net income and successful price increases. The strategic acquisition of Greif containerboard business is expected to provide growth opportunities. However, challenges such as higher operating costs, lower production volumes, and global trade tensions were noted. Despite these issues, the company maintains a positive outlook, driven by operational efficiency and strategic initiatives.View all PKG earnings summariesPKG Net sales Breakdown
91.74% Packaging
7.45% Paper
PKG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$215.40
▲(11.31% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.64% Insiders
26.34% Mutual Funds
0.60% Other Institutional Investors
41.66% Public Companies and
Individual Investors