Brokerages Set Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) Target Price at $236.00

Analysts maintain 'Moderate Buy' rating on the industrial packaging company.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 8:08am

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Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) has received an average 'Moderate Buy' rating from nine research firms covering the company, with a consensus 12-month target price of $236.00. The company's stock has seen a range of ratings changes in recent months, with some analysts upgrading and others downgrading the shares.

Why it matters

Packaging Corporation of America is a major North American manufacturer of containerboard and corrugated packaging products, serving a range of industries. Analyst ratings and target prices can influence investor sentiment and the company's stock price performance.

The details

The nine research firms covering Packaging Corporation of America have issued a range of ratings, with five analysts recommending a 'hold' rating, three a 'buy' rating, and one a 'strong buy' rating. The analysts' average 12-month target price for the stock is $236.00. Some notable rating changes include Weiss Ratings downgrading the stock from 'buy (b-)' to 'hold (c+)', while Zacks Research and Argus upgraded their ratings.

  • The average 12-month target price is based on analyst coverage over the last year.
  • Packaging Corporation of America reported its Q1 2026 earnings on January 27th.

The players

Packaging Corporation of America

A leading North American manufacturer of containerboard and corrugated packaging products, serving industries such as e-commerce, grocery, and consumer packaged goods.

Weiss Ratings

A financial research and ratings firm that downgraded Packaging Corporation of America from 'buy (b-)' to 'hold (c+)'.

Zacks Research

A research firm that upgraded Packaging Corporation of America from a 'strong sell' rating to a 'hold' rating.

Argus

A research firm that upgraded Packaging Corporation of America to a 'strong-buy' rating.

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