Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)
PKG stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering Packaging Corporation of America currently rate the stock a Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $256.70 — +0.2% versus the last price of $256.31. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
PKG historical returns
Based on monthly dividend-adjusted prices. See the full breakdown on what if you had invested in PKG.
PKG annual returns by year
Congress trading in PKG
5 members of Congress have disclosed trading PKG — 9 purchases and 2 sales worth an estimated $112,500. Most recent disclosure: May 6, 2026.
See who in Congress traded PKG →Insider activity in PKG
PKG's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 4 sales ($9.2M) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Aug 7, 2026.
| Aug 7, 2026 | Hassfurther Thomas A | President | Sell | $1.8M |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Hassfurther Thomas A | President | Sell | $2.3M |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Hassfurther Thomas A | President | Sell | $3.1M |
| May 27, 2026 | Kowlzan Mark W | Chairman & CEO | Sell | $2.0M |
About Packaging Corporation of America
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 linerboard 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 fruit and vegetables, processed food, beverages, and other industrial and consumer products. This segment sells its corrugated products through a direct sales and marketing organization. The Paper segment manufactures and sells commodity and specialty papers, as well as communication papers, including cut-size office papers, and printing and converting papers; and white papers. This segment sells papers through its sales and marketing organization. Packaging Corporation of America was founded in 1867 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.
PKG Key Statistics
PKG in plain English
- P/E ratio (33.5) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of PKG's yearly profit. That's a fairly normal range.
- ROE (14.89%) — how efficiently the company turns shareholders' money into profit. This is a middling level.
- Profit margin (7.26%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (2.33%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
PKG stock: frequently asked questions
What is Packaging Corporation of America's stock price today?
Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) last traded at $256.31 on the NYSE. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $191.50 and $258.98.
Is PKG stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on PKG is "Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $256.70 — about +0.2% versus the current price of $256.31. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in PKG 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Packaging Corporation of America made 10 years ago would be worth about $4,359 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 336%, or 15.9% per year.
Does PKG pay a dividend?
Yes. Packaging Corporation of America currently pays a dividend yielding about 2.33% per year at today's share price.
What is PKG's P/E ratio?
PKG trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 33.5, and 20.0 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade PKG stock?
Yes — 5 members of Congress have disclosed trades in PKG under the STOCK Act, totaling 9 purchases and 2 sales worth an estimated $112,500.
What is Packaging Corporation of America's ticker symbol?
Packaging Corporation of America trades under the ticker symbol PKG on the NYSE.
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