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Packaging Corp. of America is the third-largest containerboard and corrugated packaging manufacturer in the United States. It produces over 5 million tons of containerboard annually. The company's share of the domestic containerboard market is roughly 10%. PCA differentiates itself from larger competitors by focusing on smaller customers and operating with a high degree of flexibility.
| Founded: | 1867 | Country: | United States |
| Employees: | 13600 | City: | LAKE FOREST |
| Market Cap: | 17.4B | IPO Year: | 1999 |
| Target Price: | $238.00 | AVG Volume (30 days): | 881.2K |
| Analyst Decision: | Buy | Number of Analysts: | 7 |
| Dividend Yield: | Dividend Payout Frequency: | quarterly | |
| EPS: | 8.58 | EPS Growth: | -3.92 |
| 52 Week Low/High: | $172.72 - $249.51 | Next Earning Date: | 04-29-2026 |
| Revenue: | $8,989,300,000 | Revenue Growth: | 7.23% |
| Revenue Growth (this year): | 13% | Revenue Growth (next year): | 4.70% |
| P/E Ratio: | 26.39 | Index: | |
| Free Cash Flow: | 728.6M | FCF Growth: | +39.71% |
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Stock Insider Trading Activity of Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)
Hassfurther Thomas A
Sell
President
PKG Feb 5, 2026
Avg Cost/Share
$230.50
Shares
12,129
Total Value
$2,795,734.50
Owned After
197,062
SEC Form 4
| Insider | Ticker | Relationship | Date | Transaction | Avg Cost | Shares | Total Value | Owned After | SEC Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hassfurther Thomas A | PKG | President | Feb 5, 2026 | Sell | $230.50 | 12,129 | $2,795,734.50 | 197,062 |
Earnings Transcripts
SEC 8-K filings with transcript text
2025 Q4 Q4 2025 Earnings
8-K BUY Jan 28, 2026 · 100% conf.
2025
Q4
Q4 2025 Earnings
8-K BUYJan 28, 2026 · 100% conf.
AI Prediction BUY
1D
+0.48%
$218.65
5D
+2.00%
$221.95
20D
+4.17%
$226.68
Price: $217.61 Prob +5D: 100% AUC: 1.000
0001193125-26-025053
8-K
PACKAGING CORP OF AMERICAfalse000007567700000756772026-01-272026-01-27
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d)
of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 27, 2026
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
1-15399
36-4277050
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
1 North Field Court, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (Address of Principal Executive Offices, including Zip Code)
(847) 482-3000 (Registrants' Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrants under any of the following provisions:
☐
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2 (b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2 (b))
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4 (c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4 (c))
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock
PKG
New York Stock Exchange
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. The information furnished in this Item 2.02, including the exhibit described below, shall not be deemed “filed” hereunder for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. On January 27, 2026, Packaging Corporation of America issued a press release announcing fourth quarter and full year financial results. The press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated into this Item 2.02 by reference. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits
99.1
Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Earnings Press Release dated January 27, 2026
104
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrants have duly caused this report to be signed on their behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
PACKAGING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
(Registrant)
By:
/s/ KENT A. PFLEDERER
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Date: January 27, 2026
2025 Q3 Q3 2025 Earnings
8-K Oct 23, 2025
2025
Q3
Q3 2025 Earnings
8-KOct 23, 2025
0001193125-25-247121
8-K
false0000075677PACKAGING CORP OF AMERICA00000756772025-10-222025-10-22
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d)
of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 22, 2025
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
1-15399
36-4277050
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
1 North Field Court, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (Address of Principal Executive Offices, including Zip Code)
(847) 482-3000 (Registrants' Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrants under any of the following provisions:
☐
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2 (b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2 (b))
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4 (c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4 (c))
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock
PKG
New York Stock Exchange
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. The information furnished in this Item 2.02, including the exhibit described below, shall not be deemed “filed” hereunder for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. On October 22, 2025, Packaging Corporation of America issued a press release announcing third quarter financial results. The press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated into this Item 2.02 by reference. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits
99.1
Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Press Release dated October 22, 2025
104
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrants have duly caused this report to be signed on their behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
PACKAGING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
(Registrant)
By:
/s/ KENT A. PFLEDERER
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Date: October 22, 2025
2025 Q2 Q2 2025 Earnings
8-K Jul 24, 2025
2025
Q2
Q2 2025 Earnings
8-KJul 24, 2025
0000950170-25-097990
8-K
0000075677falsePACKAGING CORP OF AMERICA00000756772025-07-232025-07-23
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d)
of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 23, 2025
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
1-15399
36-4277050
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
1 North Field Court, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (Address of Principal Executive Offices, including Zip Code)
(847) 482-3000 (Registrants' Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrants under any of the following provisions:
☐
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2 (b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2 (b))
☐
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4 (c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4 (c))
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock
PKG
New York Stock Exchange
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. The information furnished in this Item 2.02, including the exhibit described below, shall not be deemed “filed” hereunder for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. On July 23, 2025, Packaging Corporation of America issued a press release announcing second quarter financial results. The press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated into this Item 2.02 by reference. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits
99.1
Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Press Release dated July 23, 2025
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrants have duly caused this report to be signed on their behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
PACKAGING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
(Registrant)
By:
/s/ KENT A. PFLEDERER
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Date: July 23, 2025
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