# Packaging Corporation of America (PKG): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Packaging & Containers
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

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....

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-22:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $248.92 USD |
| Market Cap | $22.18B |
| P/E (TTM) | 24.62 |
| EPS (TTM) | $10.11 |
| 52-Week Range | $191.50 – $259.98 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.21% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 2.21% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $5.50 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $6.00 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 1 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 20.0% / 6.3% / 8.4% / 9.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 68.2% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 62.5% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 77.9% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 71.5% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | $1.5000 | 2026-10-15 |
| 2026-06-15 | $1.5000 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2026-03-13 | $1.2500 | 2026-04-15 |
| 2025-12-15 | $1.2500 | 2026-01-14 |
| 2025-09-15 | $1.2500 | 2025-10-15 |
| 2025-06-13 | $1.2500 | 2025-07-15 |
| 2025-03-14 | $1.2500 | 2025-04-15 |
| 2024-12-20 | $1.2500 | 2025-01-15 |
| 2024-09-16 | $1.2500 | 2024-10-15 |
| 2024-06-14 | $1.2500 | 2024-07-15 |
| 2024-03-14 | $1.2500 | 2024-04-15 |
| 2023-12-15 | $1.2500 | 2024-01-15 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Packaging Corporation of America do?

Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) operates in the Packaging & Containers industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is PKG's market cap?

Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) has a market capitalization of approximately $22.18 billion, as of October 22, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does PKG pay a dividend?

Yes, Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 2.21%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does PKG pay dividends?

Packaging Corporation of America pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $6.00 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is PKG's payout ratio?

Packaging Corporation of America's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/pkg/peers

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