Packaging Corporation of America
PKGConsumer CyclicalNASDAQPackaging & Containers · Last scanned May 30, 2026
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Daily timeframePackaging Corporation of America manufactures and sells containerboard and uncoated freesheet (UFS) paper products in North America. Valued at $19.50B, PKG is a large-cap name in its sector. The company operates through Packaging and Paper segments.
Market Cap
$19.50B
Beta
0.83
P/E (TTM)
26.60
P/E (Fwd)
17.86
EPS (TTM)
$8.23
EPS (Fwd)
$12.25
ROE
16.3%
ROA
8.4%
Cash
$543.7M
Total Debt
$4.37B
Free CF
$391.4M
52W Change
13.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Packaging Corporation of America carries $4.37B in total debt against $543.7M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 8.0x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $391.4M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 16.3%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 8.4% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $8.48B (2022) to $8.99B (2025).
Packaging Corporation of America carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PKG.