- Beat earnings estimates in 3 of the last 4 quarters
- Low bankruptcy risk (Altman Z-Score: 3.93)
- Bullish trend confirmed on both short and long timeframes
Packaging Corporation of America stock upgraded to Strong Buy Candidate
(Updated on Jun 22, 2026)
The Packaging Corporation of America stock price gained 2.19% on the last trading day (Monday, 22nd Jun 2026), rising from $229.02 to $234.03. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 3.41% from a day low at $227.92 to a day high of $235.69. The price has been going up and down for this period, and there has been a 5.03% gain for the last 2 weeks. Volume fell on the last day by -744 thousand shares and in total, 466 thousand shares were bought and sold for approximately $109.02 million. You should take into consideration that falling volume on higher prices causes divergence and may be an early warning about possible changes over the next couple of days.
The stock lies in the upper part of a wide and weak rising trend in the short term, and this may normally pose a very good selling opportunity for the short-term trader as reaction back towards the lower part of the trend can be expected. A break-up at the top trend line at $236.52 will firstly indicate a stronger rate of rising. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to rise 8.93% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $228.81 and $257.64 at the end of this 3-month period.
PKG Signals & Forecast
Mostly positive signals in the chart today. The Packaging Corporation of America stock holds buy signals from both short and long-term Moving Averages giving a positive forecast for the stock. Also, there is a general buy signal from the relation between the two signals where the short-term average is above the long-term average. On corrections down, there will be some support from the lines at $229.21 and $221.20. A breakdown below any of these levels will issue sell signals. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and so far it has risen 15.19%. Further rise is indicated until a new top pivot has been found. Furthermore, there is a buy signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Volume fell during the last trading day despite gaining prices. This causes a divergence between volume and price and it may be an early warning. The stock should be watched closely.
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Packaging Corporation of America stock
Packaging Corporation of America finds support from accumulated volume at $229.02 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
This stock is usually traded at a good volume, and with minor daily changes, the risk is considered to be low. During the last day, the stock moved $7.78 (3.41%) between high and low. For the last week, the stock has had daily average volatility of 2.37%.
Our recommended stop-loss: $223.19 (-4.63%) (This stock has low daily movements and this gives low risk. There is a buy signal from a pivot bottom found 22 days ago.)
Trading Expectations (PKG) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Tuesday 23rd
For the upcoming trading day on Tuesday, 23rd we expect Packaging Corporation of America to open at $232.55, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $230.84 and $237.22, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$6.37 (+/-2.76%) up or down from last closing price. If Packaging Corporation of America takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 2.76% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
With no resistance above and support from accumulated volume @ $229.02, some $5.01 (2.14%) from the current price of $234.03, our system finds the risk reward attractive.
Is Packaging Corporation of America stock A Buy?
Packaging Corporation of America holds several positive signals and is within a weak rising trend. As the old saying says, "Let the trend be your friend.'". We therefore consider it to be a good choice at these current levels and we are expecting further gains during the next 3 months. We have upgraded our analysis conclusion for this stock since the last evaluation from a Buy to a Strong Buy candidate.
Current score:
7.953
Strong Buy Candidate
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Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on June 23, 2026 - $232.55 ( 0.635%).
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PKG Performance
Trading levels for PKG
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 240.32 | 2.69% |
| R2 | 237.35 | 1.42% |
| R1 | 235.52 | 0.635% |
| Price | 234.03 | |
| S1 | 229.57 | -1.90% |
| S2 | 227.74 | -2.69% |
| S3 | 224.77 | -3.96% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 0 | - |
| R2 | 0 | - |
| R1 | 0 | - |
| Price | 234.03 | |
| S1 | 229.02 | -2.14% |
| S2 | 222.59 | -4.89% |
| S3 | 215.02 | -8.12% |
PKG Dividend Payout History
| # | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Amount | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 12, 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | $1.50 | 0.682% |
| 2 | Feb 25, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | Apr 15, 2026 | $1.25 | 0.541% |
| 3 | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | Jan 14, 2026 | $1.25 | 0.636% |
| 4 | Sep 15, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 | $1.25 | 0.588% |
| 5 | Jun 13, 2025 | Jun 13, 2025 | Jul 15, 2025 | $1.25 | 0.646% |
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