PKA Stock Chart & Stats
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash Generation StrengthSustained operating cash flow (~$1.62B TTM) and meaningful free cash flow provide durable funding for capex, dividends, debt service and M&A, supporting strategic flexibility. Over 2–6 months this underpins the company’s ability to invest and absorb cyclical shocks without immediate financing stress.
Steady Revenue And Operating MarginsConsistent top-line momentum and an ~11.7% EBIT margin reflect resilient demand and operational leverage in corrugated/containerboard. These steady fundamentals support recurring cash generation and long-term competitiveness even if peak margins recede, making core profitability durable across cycles.
Acquisition Integration And Capacity AddsOutperformance from the Greif acquisition with synergies >$30M run-rate and a new Ohio corrugated plant startup increase scale, mix and efficiency. These structural improvements bolster long-term market share, unit economics and integration-driven EPS support over the medium term.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageA meaningful step-up in debt raises financial risk and reduces optionality for capital allocation. If margins or cash flow weaken, higher leverage limits ability to pursue bolt-on M&A, accelerate deleveraging, or maintain shareholder returns without refinancing or cutting discretionary spend.
Margin Pressure From Input CostsSustained recycled fiber inflation and elevated freight are structurally pressuring packaging margins. Unless price realizations persist, persistent input-cost inflation can erode free cash flow and returns, constraining reinvestment and making earnings vulnerable to volume swings.
Production Disruption And Outage RiskUtility-related outages and elevated maintenance/outage costs indicate operational reliability risks. Lost production and higher outage expense reduce throughput and margins; until planned gas-turbine projects complete, these reliability issues could persistently dent supply stability and near-term cash flow.
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PKA FAQ
What was Packaging’s price range in the past 12 months?
Currently, no data Available
What is Packaging’s market cap?
Packaging’s market cap is CHF18.02B.
When is Packaging’s upcoming earnings report date?
Packaging’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 26, 2026 which is in 63 days.
How were Packaging’s earnings last quarter?
Packaging released its earnings results on Jul 22, 2026. The company reported CHF1.907 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of CHF1.872 by CHF0.035.
Is Packaging overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Packaging’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Packaging pay dividends?
Packaging does not currently pay dividends.
What is Packaging’s EPS estimate?
Packaging’s EPS estimate is 2.38.
How many shares outstanding does Packaging have?
Currently, no data Available
What happened to Packaging’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Packaging reported an EPS of CHF1.907 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of CHF1.872. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Packaging?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:PKA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
CHF220.41 (― Upside)
CHF220.41 (― Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CH:PKA Sentiment 67%
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Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth CHF7.5M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
26.58%
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21.84%
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Company Description
Packaging
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a U.S.-based enterprise specializing in the production and sale of containerboard and corrugated packaging materials. Its operations are organized into two primary divisions: Packaging and Paper. The Packaging division offers an extensive array of containerboard and corrugated solutions. These encompass conventional shipping containers designed for safeguarding and transporting manufactured goods, vibrant multi-color boxes and point-of-sale displays aimed at enhancing product merchandising in retail environments, and honeycomb protective packaging. This segment also provides specialized packaging for perishable goods like meat and fresh produce, processed foods, beverages, and a broad spectrum of other industrial and consumer products. Its corrugated offerings reach customers through a multi-channel approach, utilizing a dedicated direct sales and marketing team, independent brokers, and various distribution partners. Meanwhile, the Paper segment focuses on manufacturing and distributing a range of commodity and specialty papers. This includes communication papers, such as standard cut-size office paper, along with specialized printing and converting papers. Sales of its white paper products are managed directly by its internal sales and marketing organization. Tracing its origins back to 1867, Packaging Corporation of America maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.
PKA Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Overall the call conveyed solid operational momentum: strong corrugated demand (record shipments up ~24%), higher sales (+~13.6%) and EBITDA growth, an outperformance from the Greif acquisition with synergies on track, and improved paper margins. Offsetting this were persistent cost headwinds (notably elevated freight and recycled fiber costs), special items and restructuring charges (~$0.20/sh), some margin compression in packaging, and utility-related disruptions that cost production. Management provided constructive near-term guidance (Q3 EPS $2.91 ex-special items), clear plans to mitigate grid risk via gas turbines, and confirmed capital spend and synergy progress. On balance, the positive operational and strategic developments outweigh the headwinds.View all CH:PKA earnings summariesPKA Net sales Breakdown
92.26% Packaging
6.85% Paper
0.89% Corporate and other and eliminations
