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Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) EV/EBITDA Ratio: 13.31x

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Is Packaging Corporation of America’s EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?

Packaging Corporation of America's EV/EBITDA ratio of 13.31x is 23% above its 5-year average of 10.79x, near the high end of its 5-year range (6.51x–16.04x).

As of Wednesday, June 24, 2026. 8.84% above its 12-month average of 12.23x.

EV/Sales|P/E Ratio|EBITDA|All Metrics
PKG EV/EBITDA Ratio

PKG EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

13.31x
+21.00% 1Y
PKG EV/EBITDA Ratio

PKG Average EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

PKG EV/EBITDA Ratio

PKG Current vs Average EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

PKG EV/EBITDA Ratio Metrics

EV/EBITDA RATIO

13.31x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG TTM

12.23x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 3Y

11.97x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 5Y

10.79x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 10Y

10.12x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 15Y

9.65x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 20Y

9.23x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+8.84%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+11.22%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+23.40%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+31.52%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+37.98%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+44.28%

PKG Competitors' EV/EBITDA Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/EBITDA RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)$20.74B13.31x12.23x11.97x10.79x
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs ›$19.75B11.80x14.38x12.53x13.68x
International Paper Company (IP)vs ›$19.36BN/A14.57x10.69x10.87x
SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs ›$19.09B18.14x17.63x20.00x20.00x
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs ›$18.71BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Amcor plc (AMCR)vs ›$18.69B11.08x13.56x11.92x12.06x
NVR, Inc. (NVR)vs ›$18.26B11.49x11.27x11.35x10.56x
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)vs ›$24.12B15.65x15.61x14.92x15.49x
Stellantis N.V. (STLA)vs ›$17.27B6.06x2.60x1.52x2.16x
Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs ›$16.98B12.97x23.08x27.21x27.21x

EV/EBITDA vs. its own history

At 13.3, EV/EBITDA is richer than usual, sitting higher than 96% of its 20-year history.

20-year low

3.9

median

9.0

20-year high

16.0

cheaperricher

Packaging Corporation of America EV/EBITDA Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/EBITDA = Enterprise Value / EBITDA (TTM)

Enterprise value to EBITDA is a capital-structure-neutral valuation multiple, useful for comparing companies with different debt levels and tax rates.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Packaging Corporation of America EV/EBITDA Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 13.31x.
Is Packaging Corporation of America's EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?
Packaging Corporation of America's EV/EBITDA ratio of 13.31x is 23% above its 5-year average of 10.79x, near the high end of its 5-year range (6.51x–16.04x).
What is the TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 12.23x.
What is the 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 11.97x.
What is the 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 10.79x.
What is the 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 10.12x.
What is the 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 9.65x.
What is the 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for PKG stock is 9.23x.

Packaging Corporation of America EV/EBITDA Ratio History

DATEEV/EBITDA RATIO
2026-06-2313.31x
2026-06-2213.36x
2026-06-1813.12x
2026-06-1713.14x
2026-06-1613.15x
2026-06-1513.17x
2026-06-1213.09x
2026-06-1112.90x
2026-06-1012.53x
2026-06-0913.04x
2026-06-0812.66x
2026-06-0512.83x
2026-06-0412.92x
2026-06-0312.90x
2026-06-0212.92x
2026-06-0112.77x
2026-05-2912.64x
2026-05-2812.60x
2026-05-2712.60x
2026-05-2612.62x
2026-05-2212.50x
2026-05-2112.39x
2026-05-2012.37x
2026-05-1911.88x
2026-05-1812.24x
2026-05-1512.31x
2026-05-1412.70x
2026-05-1312.61x
2026-05-1212.69x
2026-05-1112.76x
2026-05-0812.91x
2026-05-0713.27x
2026-05-0613.44x
2026-05-0513.23x
2026-05-0413.00x
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2026-04-3012.77x
2026-04-2912.90x
2026-04-2813.23x
2026-04-2712.72x
2026-04-2412.74x
2026-04-2312.85x
2026-04-2212.36x
2026-04-2112.62x
2026-04-2012.77x
2026-04-1712.77x
2026-04-1612.48x
2026-04-1512.45x
2026-04-1412.59x
2026-04-1312.62x
2026-04-1012.42x
2026-04-0912.50x
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2026-03-3112.71x
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2026-03-2612.73x
2026-03-2512.77x
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2026-03-2012.24x
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2026-03-1712.90x
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2026-03-1113.23x
2026-03-1013.16x
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2026-02-2713.70x
2026-02-2613.69x
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2026-02-2013.62x
2026-02-1913.71x
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2026-02-1113.98x
2026-02-1013.85x
2026-02-0913.70x
2026-02-0613.70x
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2026-02-0212.96x
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2026-01-2212.72x
2026-01-2112.78x
2026-01-2012.64x
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2025-12-3112.11x
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About Packaging Corporation of America

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.

Lake Forest, IL
15,400 employees
www.packagingcorp.com
Consumer Cyclical / Packaging & Containers
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
CEO
Mark W. Kowlzan
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