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Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Earnings Yield: 3.46%

Is Packaging Corporation of America’s earnings yield high or low?

Packaging Corporation of America's earnings yield of 3.46% is 37% below its 5-year average of 5.53%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.29%–9.62%).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 22.43% below its 12-month average of 4.46%.

PKG Earnings Yield

PKG Earnings Yield Chart

3.46%
-31.35% 1Y
PKG Earnings Yield

PKG Average Earnings Yield Chart

PKG Earnings Yield

PKG Current vs Average Earnings Yield Chart

PKG Earnings Yield Metrics

EARNINGS YIELD

3.46%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG TTM

4.46%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 3Y

4.63%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 5Y

5.49%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 10Y

5.84%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 15Y

5.87%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 20Y

6.23%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-22.43%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-25.30%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-36.98%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-40.79%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-41.09%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-44.44%

PKG Competitors' Earnings Yield

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS YIELDTTM3Y5Y
Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)$21.19B3.46%4.46%4.63%5.49%
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs ›$20.59B5.57%4.78%5.67%5.14%
International Paper Company (IP)vs ›$20.28BN/A2.54%7.36%6.84%
SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs ›$19.84B3.54%3.74%2.85%2.85%
Amcor plc (AMCR)vs ›$19.28B3.43%4.16%5.21%5.23%
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs ›$18.40BN/A-25.41%-28.85%-24.60%
NVR, Inc. (NVR)vs ›$18.26B6.06%6.26%6.44%6.98%
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)vs ›$24.45B4.43%4.70%4.96%4.99%
Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs ›$16.98BN/A0.70%0.70%0.70%
Stellantis N.V. (STLA)vs ›$16.92BN/A51.78%56.00%50.67%

Earnings Yield vs P/E Ratio

Earnings Yield

3.46%

EPS ÷ Price

P/E Ratio

28.9

Price ÷ EPS

Formula: Earnings Yield = (EPS / Price) × 100

Earnings Yield is simply the inverse of P/E. A P/E of 20 equals a 5% earnings yield.

How earnings yield is used:

  • It expresses earnings relative to share price as a percentage
  • It can be compared with FCF yield and dividend yield
  • It can be compared with bond yields because both are percentages
  • It is mathematically the inverse of the P/E ratio

Packaging Corporation of America Earnings Yield Formula & Definition

Earnings Yield = EPS (TTM) / Share Price

Earnings yield is the inverse of the PE ratio, expressing trailing earnings as a percentage of price. Higher is cheaper.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Packaging Corporation of America Earnings Yield FAQ

What is the earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The earnings yield for PKG stock is 3.46%.
Is Packaging Corporation of America's earnings yield high or low?
Packaging Corporation of America's earnings yield of 3.46% is 37% below its 5-year average of 5.53%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.29%–9.62%).
What is the TTM average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The TTM average earnings yield for PKG stock is 4.46%.
What is the 3Y average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 3Y average earnings yield for PKG stock is 4.63%.
What is the 5Y average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 5Y average earnings yield for PKG stock is 5.49%.
What is the 10Y average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 10Y average earnings yield for PKG stock is 5.84%.
What is the 15Y average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 15Y average earnings yield for PKG stock is 5.87%.
What is the 20Y average earnings yield for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
The 20Y average earnings yield for PKG stock is 6.23%.

Packaging Corporation of America Earnings Yield History

DATEEARNINGS YIELD
2026-06-243.46%
2026-06-233.53%
2026-06-223.51%
2026-06-183.59%
2026-06-173.59%
2026-06-163.58%
2026-06-153.57%
2026-06-123.60%
2026-06-113.66%
2026-06-103.79%
2026-06-093.62%
2026-06-083.75%
2026-06-053.69%
2026-06-043.66%
2026-06-033.66%
2026-06-023.66%
2026-06-013.71%
2026-05-293.76%
2026-05-283.77%
2026-05-273.77%
2026-05-263.76%
2026-05-223.81%
2026-05-213.85%
2026-05-203.86%
2026-05-194.05%
2026-05-183.90%
2026-05-153.88%
2026-05-143.73%
2026-05-133.77%
2026-05-123.74%
2026-05-113.71%
2026-05-083.66%
2026-05-073.84%
2026-05-063.78%
2026-05-053.85%
2026-05-043.93%
2026-05-013.93%
2026-04-304.01%
2026-04-293.97%
2026-04-283.85%
2026-04-274.03%
2026-04-244.03%
2026-04-233.99%
2026-04-224.18%
2026-04-214.07%
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2026-04-164.13%
2026-04-154.14%
2026-04-144.08%
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2026-04-104.15%
2026-04-094.12%
2026-04-084.06%
2026-04-074.21%
2026-04-064.17%
2026-04-024.19%
2026-04-014.06%
2026-03-314.04%
2026-03-304.10%
2026-03-274.04%
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2026-03-204.23%
2026-03-194.19%
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2026-03-113.85%
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2026-03-053.79%
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2026-03-023.71%
2026-02-273.69%
2026-02-263.70%
2026-02-254.28%
2026-02-244.32%
2026-02-234.38%
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2026-02-034.41%
2026-02-024.42%
2026-01-304.44%
2026-01-294.49%
2026-01-284.55%
2026-01-274.42%
2026-01-264.46%
2026-01-234.39%
2026-01-224.52%
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2026-01-204.56%
2026-01-164.47%
2026-01-154.46%
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2026-01-094.51%
2026-01-084.62%
2026-01-074.78%
2026-01-064.67%
2026-01-054.68%
2026-01-024.68%
2025-12-314.80%
2025-12-304.75%
2025-12-294.74%
2025-12-264.73%
2025-12-244.77%
2025-12-234.78%
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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
Consumer Cyclical / Packaging & Containers
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
CEO
Mark W. Kowlzan