Return on Assets (ROA): 6.87%
Is the return on assets (ROA) high or low?
The return on assets (ROA) of 6.87% is 25% below its 5-year average of 9.13%, near the low end of its 5-year range (6.20%–12.87%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 14.92% below its 12-month average of 8.07%.
PKG Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on assets; no daily interpolation.
PKG Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
PKG Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
PKG Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
6.87%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
8.07%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
9.46%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
9.13%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
9.31%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
8.78%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
8.73%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-14.92%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-27.36%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-24.73%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-26.24%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-21.78%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.27%
PKG Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) | $21.48B | 6.87% | 8.07% | 9.46% | 9.13% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.87B | 17.24% | 18.25% | 20.56% | 17.73% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $20.66B | -9.20% | -3.41% | 0.19% | 1.41% |
| Rollins, Inc. (ROL)vs › | $20.61B | 16.75% | 16.66% | 16.86% | 16.59% |
| SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs › | $20.22B | 14.05% | 11.54% | 8.73% | 7.47% |
| Amcor plc (AMCR)vs › | $19.82B | 1.80% | 2.90% | 4.15% | 4.29% |
| Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)vs › | $24.03B | 9.38% | 9.38% | 9.10% | 9.16% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $18.67B | -24.71% | -27.66% | -31.37% | -28.11% |
| NVR, Inc. (NVR)vs › | $18.43B | 22.17% | 24.62% | 25.96% | 23.44% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $25.02B | 14.61% | 12.57% | 10.66% | 10.08% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
6.9%
ROE
16.1%
Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 6.87%.
- Is Packaging Corporation of America's return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- The return on assets (ROA) of 6.87% is 25% below its 5-year average of 9.13%, near the low end of its 5-year range (6.20%–12.87%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 8.07%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 9.46%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 9.13%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 9.31%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 8.78%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for PKG stock is 8.73%.
PKG Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.04% |
| 2024-12-31 | 9.11% |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.81% |
| 2022-12-31 | 12.87% |
| 2021-12-31 | 10.73% |
| 2020-12-31 | 6.20% |
| 2019-12-31 | 9.62% |
| 2018-12-31 | 11.23% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.79% |
| 2016-12-31 | 7.78% |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.27% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.34% |
| 2013-12-31 | 8.42% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.53% |
| 2011-12-31 | 6.55% |
| 2010-12-31 | 9.24% |
| 2009-12-31 | 12.35% |
| 2008-12-31 | 6.99% |
| 2007-12-31 | 8.35% |
| 2006-12-31 | 6.29% |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.67% |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.30% |
| 2003-12-31 | -0.72% |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.43% |
| 2001-12-31 | 5.40% |
| 2000-12-31 | 8.34% |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.88% |
| 1998-12-31 | 5.22% |
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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