Return on Equity (ROE): 16.14%
Is the return on equity (ROE) high or low?
The return on equity (ROE) of 16.14% is 19% below its 5-year average of 19.96%, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.20%–28.08%).
As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 7.77% below its 12-month average of 17.50%.
PKG Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on equity; no daily interpolation.
PKG Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
PKG Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
PKG Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
16.14%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
17.50%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
20.55%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
19.96%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
23.00%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
22.82%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
22.03%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-7.77%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-21.48%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-19.12%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-29.81%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-29.28%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-26.75%
PKG Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) | $21.19B | 16.14% | 17.50% | 20.55% | 19.96% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.87B | 46.06% | 44.70% | 52.36% | 47.07% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $20.66B | -22.63% | -8.45% | 1.10% | 4.44% |
| Rollins, Inc. (ROL)vs › | $20.61B | 38.31% | 36.69% | 35.02% | 33.42% |
| SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs › | $19.84B | 25.51% | 24.44% | 18.22% | 15.28% |
| Amcor plc (AMCR)vs › | $19.82B | 5.82% | 11.58% | 17.23% | 16.98% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $18.67B | -79.88% | -76.11% | -65.14% | -35.16% |
| NVR, Inc. (NVR)vs › | $18.43B | 35.45% | 37.31% | 40.08% | 38.42% |
| Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)vs › | $24.03B | 54.66% | 54.66% | 47.62% | 46.77% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $25.02B | 33.13% | 30.91% | 27.43% | 26.68% |
Return Analysis
ROE
16.1%
ROA
6.9%
Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 16.14%.
- Is Packaging Corporation of America's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- The return on equity (ROE) of 16.14% is 19% below its 5-year average of 19.96%, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.20%–28.08%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 17.50%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 20.55%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 19.96%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 23.00%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 22.82%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for PKG stock is 22.03%.
PKG Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 16.72% |
| 2024-12-31 | 18.28% |
| 2023-12-31 | 19.14% |
| 2022-12-31 | 28.08% |
| 2021-12-31 | 23.32% |
| 2020-12-31 | 14.20% |
| 2019-12-31 | 22.68% |
| 2018-12-31 | 27.62% |
| 2017-12-31 | 30.63% |
| 2016-12-31 | 25.55% |
| 2015-12-31 | 26.74% |
| 2014-12-31 | 25.81% |
| 2013-12-31 | 32.52% |
| 2012-12-31 | 16.52% |
| 2011-12-31 | 17.01% |
| 2010-12-31 | 20.36% |
| 2009-12-31 | 29.58% |
| 2008-12-31 | 19.83% |
| 2007-12-31 | 22.35% |
| 2006-12-31 | 18.07% |
| 2005-12-31 | 7.72% |
| 2004-12-31 | 8.41% |
| 2003-12-31 | -1.80% |
| 2002-12-31 | 6.05% |
| 2001-12-31 | 13.82% |
| 2000-12-31 | 23.55% |
| 1999-12-31 | 7.80% |
| 1998-12-31 | 7.86% |
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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.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Mark W. Kowlzan