Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)

NYSE: PKG · Real-Time Price · USD
181.18
-6.24 (-3.33%)
May 5, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
-3.33%
Market Cap 16.18B
Revenue (ttm) 8.54B
Net Income (ttm) 856.00M
Shares Out 89.29M
EPS (ttm) 9.56
PE Ratio 18.96
Forward PE 17.32
Dividend $5.00 (2.76%)
Ex-Dividend Date Mar 14, 2025
Volume 1,046,381
Open 182.99
Previous Close 187.42
Day's Range 179.21 - 183.60
52-Week Range 172.72 - 250.82
Beta 0.87
Analysts Strong Buy
Price Target 234.50 (+29.43%)
Earnings Date Apr 22, 2025

About PKG

Packaging Corporation of America manufactures and sells containerboard and uncoated freesheet (UFS) paper products in North America. The company operates through Packaging and Paper segments. The Packaging segment offers various containerboard and corrugated packaging products, such as conventional shipping containers used to protect and transport manufactured goods; multi-color boxes and displays that help to merchandise the packaged product in retail locations; and honeycomb protective packaging products, as well as packaging for meat, fresh ... [Read more]

IPO Date Jan 27, 2000
Employees 15,400
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol PKG
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, PKG's revenue was $8.38 billion, an increase of 7.45% compared to the previous year's $7.80 billion. Earnings were $799.50 million, an increase of 5.34%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 6 analysts, the average rating for PKG stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price forecast is $234.5, which is an increase of 29.43% from the latest price.

Price Target
$234.5
(29.43% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Packaging Corporation of America: Steady Performance Expected To Continue In 2025

Packaging Corporation of America's packaging segment grew 9.6% YoY in Q1 2025, driving an 8.2% increase in consolidated top line to $2.24 billion, beating estimates by $25.81 million. Strength in pack...

1 day ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 23, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Mark Kowlzan - Chairman and CEO Thomas Hassfurther - EVP, Corrugated Produc...

12 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America: Guidance Points To Significant Weakness Ahead

Packaging Corporation of America shares dropped due to disappointing Q2 guidance, despite solid Q1 performance. Management's downbeat Q2 guidance, driven by rising trade tensions and potential tariffs...

13 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) today reported first quarter 2025 net income of $204 million, or $2.26 per share, and net income of $208 million, or $2...

13 days ago - Business Wire

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Packaging Corporation of America Schedules Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter 2025 Operating Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) will hold a conference call on Wednesday April 23, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss first quarter 2025 results...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

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7 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America Declares Quarterly Dividend

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) announced today that its Board approved a regular quarterly dividend of $1.25 per share on its common stock. The quarte...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Packaging Corporation of America Announces Planned Management Changes

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) announced today the following planned management changes. Robert P. Mundy, PCA's Executive Vice President and Chief Fina...

2 months ago - Business Wire

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3 months ago - Kiplinger

Packaging Corporation of America's Chief Executive Officer to Speak at Bank of America Securities' 2025 Global Agriculture & Materials Conference

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America's (NYSE:PKG) Chief Executive Officer, Mark Kowlzan, will speak at Bank of America Securities' 2025 Global Agriculture and Materials...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Packaging Corporation of America: Turning Bullish As Momentum Builds (Rating Upgrade)

Packaging Corporation of America delivered strong consolidated revenue growth last quarter, supported by a resilient demand environment, particularly in its packaging segment. Robust shipment growth a...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript

Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call January 29, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Mark Kowlzan - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Thomas Hassfurther - ...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corp. Is Worst Stock in S&P 500 After Earnings. Here's Why.

Packaging Corp. of America anticipates various headwinds in the first quarter of 2025.

3 months ago - Barrons

Packaging Corp Of America: Valuation Appears Too High Given Margin Pressure

PKG shares gained 40% in the past year but fell 5% after Q4 results missed estimates, adding to my concerns about valuation and future performance. Despite solid earnings growth, PKG's valuation at 26...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) today reported fourth quarter 2024 net income of $221 million, or $2.45 per share, and net income of $222 million, or $...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Packaging Corporation of America Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Operating Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) will hold a conference call on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss fourth quarter and full...

5 months ago - Business Wire

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Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript October 23, 2024 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Mark Kowlzan - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tom Hassfurther - Exe...

6 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) today reported third quarter 2024 net income of $238 million, or $2.64 per share, and net income of $239 million, or $2...

6 months ago - Business Wire

Packaging Corporation of America Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter 2024 Operating Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) will hold a conference call on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss third quarter 2024 resu...

8 months ago - Business Wire

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Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 24, 2024 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Mark Kowlzan - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Tom Hassfurther - Executiv...

10 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Packaging Corporation of America Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) today reported second quarter 2024 net income of $199 million, or $2.21 per share, and net income of $199 million, or $...

10 months ago - Business Wire

Packaging Corporation of America Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Second Quarter 2024 Operating Results

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) will hold a conference call on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss second quarter 2024 result...

11 months ago - Business Wire