Packaging Corp of America
$ 224.83
1.43%
02 Jun - close price
- Market Cap 19,750,496,000 USD
- Current Price $ 224.83
- High / Low $ 227.89 / 221.74
- Stock P/E 26.93
- Book Value 51.89
- EPS 8.23
- Next Earning Report 2026-07-22
- Dividend Per Share $5.00
- Dividend Yield 2.28 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-07-15
- ROA 0.08 %
- ROE 0.16 %
- 52 Week High 248.05
- 52 Week Low 181.50
About
Packaging Corporation of America is an American manufacturing company based in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Analyst Target Price
$235.90
Quarterly Earnings
| Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-04-22 | 2026-01-27 | 2025-10-22 | 2025-07-23 | 2025-04-22 | 2025-01-28 | 2024-10-22 | 2024-07-23 | 2024-04-22 | 2024-01-24 | 2023-10-23 | 2023-07-24 |
| Reported EPS | 2.4 | 2.32 | 2.73 | 2.48 | 2.31 | 2.47 | 2.65 | 2.2 | 1.72 | 2.13 | 2.05 | 2.31 |
| Estimated EPS | 2.13 | 2.41 | 2.82 | 2.44 | 2.21 | 2.53 | 2.5 | 2.15 | 1.68 | 1.83 | 1.93 | 2 |
| Surprise | 0.27 | -0.09 | -0.09 | 0.04 | 0.1 | -0.06 | 0.15 | 0.05 | 0.04 | 0.3 | 0.12 | 0.31 |
| Surprise Percentage | 12.6761% | -3.7344% | -3.1915% | 1.6393% | 4.5249% | -2.3715% | 6% | 2.3256% | 2.381% | 16.3934% | 6.2176% | 15.5% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Jun 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-07-22 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2026-06-30 |
| Estimated EPS | 2.36 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Apr 2026 | Jan 2026 | Oct 2025 | Jul 2025 | Apr 2025 | Jan 2025 | Oct 2024 | Jul 2024 | Apr 2024 | Jan 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2026-04-15 | 2026-01-14 | 2025-10-15 | 2025-07-15 | 2025-04-15 | 2025-01-15 | 2024-10-15 | 2024-07-15 | 2024-04-15 | 2024-01-15 |
| Amount | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $5.00 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.28% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-07-15 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2026-06-15 |
Recent News: PKG
2026-06-02 16:31:03
International Paper's stock traded steadily in the mid-30 USD range on the NYSE, as investors considered the company's new US$225 million sustainable packaging facility in Mississippi and its latest quarterly financial results. This investment is part of International Paper's strategy to enhance its North American industrial packaging footprint and modernize capacity, aiming to meet growing demand and improve efficiency. The article notes that while the stock trades below analyst targets, the new plant and ongoing capital allocation efforts are key factors for investors tracking the company's future performance.
2026-06-01 17:07:00
Shares of Packaging Corp. of America (PKG) rose by 1.26% to $221.67, outperforming the broader market during a favorable trading session. This marks the stock's third consecutive day of gains, as the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average also saw increases.
2026-06-01 16:08:22
UBS has reiterated its Buy rating for Packaging Corp of America (PKG) with a price target of USD 248. The stock traded around USD 218 on the NYSE in late May 2026, well above its 52-week low. The company, a North American paper and packaging producer, is noted for its quarterly dividends and a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, reflecting positive sentiment on its earnings power and cash returns.
2026-06-01 15:49:38
Packaging Corporation of America's CEO, Mark Kowlzan, and CFO, Kent Pflederer, will speak at Wells Fargo's 16th Annual Industrials and Materials Conference on June 10, 2026, including a fireside chat, Q&A, and 1x1 meetings. The event will be webcast live and a replay will be available for 30 days. PCA is a major producer of containerboard products and uncoated freesheet paper in North America.
2026-05-31 16:07:35
Packaging Corp of America (PKG) shares are trading steadily near USD 219 on the NYSE, just below their 52-week high, as investors monitor key technical levels and dividend yields. The company, a leading paper packaging group in the United States, has seen its stock rise approximately 6% since the start of 2026, driven by stable fundamentals and its established role in the industrial sector. The stock offers a dividend yield of about 2.3% and a P/E multiple near 26.6, making it an attractive income stock for investors.
2026-05-30 08:16:25
Fideuram Asset Management Ireland dac recently acquired 9,450 shares of Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) for approximately $2.018 million in the fourth quarter. Other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings, while CEO Mark W. Kowlzan sold 9,266 shares. The company reported strong Q1 earnings, increased its quarterly dividend, and holds an average analyst rating of "Moderate Buy."
