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Earnings analysis · 10-Q

PKG earnings analysis

Filed May 8, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report

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Packaging Corporation of America reported net sales of $2.37 billion for Q1 2026, marking a 10.6% increase year-over-year from $2.14 billion in Q1 2025. Diluted EPS excluding special items came in at $2.40, beating…

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Packaging Corporation of America reported net sales of $2.37 billion for Q1 2026, marking a 10.6% increase year-over-year from $2.14 billion in Q1 2025. Diluted EPS excluding special items came in at $2.40, beating estimates of $2.15, despite a decline in overall net income compared to the previous year due to significant special item expenses. Management expects stronger demand for the Packaging segment in Q2 2026, but anticipates reduced earnings from the prior quarter due to increased costs.

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Where revenue came from

The business segments reported by the company.

Packaging 93.2% Paper 6.8%

Shares of the segments disclosed in this filing, largest first.

Reported figures

Earnings per share
$2.4

What stood out

  • Revenue Growth Year-on-Year

    Net sales increased by 10.6% to $2.37 billion, up from $2.14 billion in Q1 2025.

  • EPS Beat Estimates

    Reported EPS, excluding special items, was $2.40, surpassing the estimate of $2.15 by 11.6%.

  • Strong Packaging Segment Performance

    Packaging segment net sales grew by 11.1% to $2.19 billion, driven by higher volume from the recent acquisition of Greif.

  • Improvement in Consolidated EBITDA

    Consolidated EBITDA excluding special items rose to $485.5 million from $421.1 million in the prior year.

  • Cash Position and Liquidity Remain Strong

    As of March 31, 2026, cash and cash equivalents stood at $397 million with $573 million of unused borrowing capacity.

  • Corrugated Product Shipments Increased

    Total corrugated product shipments increased by 21.8% per day compared to Q1 2025.

What to watch

  • Significant Special Item Expenses

    Q1 2026 included $51 million in special items vs. $4 million in Q1 2025, impacting net income.

  • Higher Interest Expense After Acquisition

    Interest expense increased to $32.6 million, up from $12.9 million, primarily related to financing the Greif acquisition.

  • Ongoing Market Pressures

    Higher operating costs and freight expenses are expected to impact profitability in the upcoming quarters.

Management's outlook

Management expects Q2 EPS of $2.33 per share excluding special items.

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