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 $260.50, about 2.7% upside from the current price of $253.67. Price targets range from $167.00 to $312.00 — a wide spread, showing clear disagreement over just how much Packaging Corp of America can rise. Historically, about 87.9% 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 Aug 14, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 14, 2026
Price forecast
$260.503.25%
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 dateAug 16, 2026
Forecast met80.8%
Stock price$253.67
Avg. target$260.5
High target$312
Low target$167
Avg. target
$260.5
High target
$312
Low target
$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.