Forecast & Rating12 analysts currently cover Packaging Corp of America, with about 58.3% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $250.30, about 1.6% downside from the current price of $254.39. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 87.7% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on Packaging Corp of America are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Jul 24, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Jul 24, 2026
Price forecast
$250.30-1.61%
Forecast & RatingBuy
11analysts
Strong buy54.55%
Buy9.09%
Hold27.27%
Sell9.09%
Strong sell0.00%
Strong buy
6
Buy
1
Hold
3
Sell
1
Strong sell
0
Target price forecast
Forecast baselineJul 19, 2026
Forecast met80.4%
Stock price$254.39
Average forecast price$246.2
Highest forecast price$272
Lowest forecast price$167
Average forecast price
$246.2
Highest forecast price
$272
Lowest forecast price
$167
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.