StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 21 October 2026•Updated 22 October 2026•
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Packaging Corporation of America Reports Growth in Q3 2026 Sales and Earnings
Key Facts
1The company reported Q3 2026 net income of $262 million, or $2.93 per share.
2Net sales for the third quarter reached $2.6 billion compared to $2.3 billion in the previous year.
3Adjusted earnings excluding special items were $3.04 per share.
Packaging Corporation of America reported Q3 2026 net income of $262 million, or $2.93 per share. According to a company statement via Business Wire, net sales reached $2.6 billion, while adjusted earnings of $3.04 per share beat analyst estimates by 4.3%.
The company attributed the earnings beat to favorable pricing, product mix, and higher shipments, alongside contributions from Greif operations. Adjusted EBITDA for the period reached $577.2 million, and PKG closed at $238.92 on October 20, 2026.