PKG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PKG - Packaging Corp of America
$212.08
-8.02 (-3.64%)
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5d:
-5.57%
30d:
+2.15%
90d:
-13.9%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 22, 2026
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Strength: 7.1/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PKG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PKG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$368.28
Based on 10.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$228.67
7.3% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 18.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PKG is currently trading at $212.08, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $208.45 to $220.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.5) is in line with its historical norms (18.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PKG is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $213.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (13th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $234.30 (+10.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PKG is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $213.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (13th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $234.30 (+10.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$208.45 -
$220.85
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
13th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.9%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 13th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($234.30)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.6% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$208.45 -
$220.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$9.76
(4.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$213.64
Resistance Level
$231.27
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.46
Wall Street Target
$234.30
(+10.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-15.5%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.5 vs 18.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$209.11
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$206.18
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$203.30
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→18)
$211.94
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 17.7%)
$437.20
(+106%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.5, Growth: 17.7%)
$345.84
(+63%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.8, Growth: 17.7%)
$293.96
(+39%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (27x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.74 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.23
Bull Case
$357.37
(+69%)
Analyst growth 47.6%, PE expands to 29.4
Base Case
$324.88
(+53%)
Market implied 47.6%, PE stable at 26.7
Bear Case
$149.67
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.5 to 18.2
Stabilization Target:
$221.09
(+4.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.2%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 16, 2026 2:55 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
2
Sells
+
Net
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BUY
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