Packaging Corp of America
$ 207.62
0.27%
16 Apr - close price
- Market Cap 18,522,485,000 USD
- Current Price $ 207.62
- High / Low $ 207.93 / 205.19
- Stock P/E 24.23
- Book Value 51.89
- EPS 8.57
- Next Earning Report 2026-04-22
- Dividend Per Share $5.00
- Dividend Yield 2.41 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.08 %
- ROE 0.17 %
- 52 Week High 248.05
- 52 Week Low 172.22
About
Packaging Corporation of America is an American manufacturing company based in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Analyst Target Price
$225.10
Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-01-28 | 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 | 2023-04-24 |
| Reported EPS | 2.32 | 2.73 | 2.48 | 2.31 | 2.45 | 2.65 | 2.2 | 1.72 | 2.13 | 2.05 | 2.31 | 2.2 |
| Estimated EPS | 2.46 | 2.84 | 2.44 | 2.21 | 2.53 | 2.5 | 2.14 | 1.68 | 1.83 | 1.93 | 1.92 | 2.27 |
| Surprise | -0.14 | -0.11 | 0.04 | 0.1 | -0.08 | 0.15 | 0.06 | 0.04 | 0.3 | 0.12 | 0.39 | -0.07 |
| Surprise Percentage | -5.6911% | -3.8732% | 1.6393% | 4.5249% | -3.1621% | 6% | 2.8037% | 2.381% | 16.3934% | 6.2176% | 20.3125% | -3.0837% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-04-22 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2026-03-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 2.18 |
| 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): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: PKG
2026-04-16 21:39:32
Sonoco Products shareholders approved all nominated directors for one-year terms and ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026. They also approved an advisory resolution on executive compensation and Amendment No. 1 to the 2024 Omnibus Incentive Plan, while a shareholder proposal on political spending transparency was not approved. The company's shares are up 40.5% over the past six months, though analysis suggests they remain undervalued.
2026-04-16 16:59:53
International Paper (NYSE: IP) announced its agreement to acquire North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) for $360 million. This acquisition, subject to regulatory approval, will add NORPAC's Longview, Washington mill, its three machines, and approximately 500 employees, which annually produce about 1 million tons of containerboard and related grades. The deal aims to expand IP's West Coast capacity, enhance system flexibility, reduce costs, and meet the growing demand for recycled containerboard.
2026-04-16 16:10:29
Analysts are showing bullish sentiment towards Starbucks (SBUX) and Packaging (PKG) within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Tigress Financial reiterated a Buy rating on Starbucks with a $122.00 price target, while Bank of America Securities maintained a Buy rating on Packaging. Both companies hold a "Moderate Buy" consensus among analysts, predicting an upside from their current stock levels.
2026-04-16 12:25:07
Ball Corp, a major player in aluminum beverage packaging, is positioned to benefit from the growing global demand for sustainable products. The company's focus on infinitely recyclable aluminum cans aligns with consumer and regulatory trends towards eco-conscious solutions, making it an attractive option for investors interested in steady returns from essential consumer trends. Despite potential risks like aluminum price volatility, Ball Corp's strong market position, innovation in packaging, and asset-light business model suggest compounded growth, particularly as sustainability premiums materialize.
2026-04-16 09:50:20
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. has reduced its stake in Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) by 9.7%, selling 23,838 shares and retaining 222,463 shares valued at approximately $45.9 million. This move comes as company President Thomas A. Hassfurther also sold a significant portion of his shares, reducing his ownership by 5.8%. Packaging Corporation of America recently missed Q4 earnings estimates with an EPS of $2.32 against an expected $2.41, although its revenue saw a 10.1% year-over-year increase.
2026-04-15 20:39:33
DSS, Inc. announced significant operational progress in 2025, including a 43% reduction in total costs to $35.2 million and a renewed focus on four core segments: Product Packaging, Biotechnology, Commercial Lending, and Securities & Investment Management. The company reported increased revenues in printed products and Sentinel commission, along with strategic moves like the Impact BioMedical spin-out and debt repayments, aiming to enhance shareholder value and improve financial performance despite a recognized disconnect in market valuation.
