PKG — Packaging Corporation of America
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Cyclical sector| Metric | PKG | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.48% | 2.48% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 8.21% | 10.79% |
| Payout Ratio | 58.3% | 36.2% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 14 |
| 1Y Total Return | +6.8% | 6.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Cyclical sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
1.72%
5-Year Growth
8.21%
10-Year Growth
8.56%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 13, 2026
Last Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2023 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 16, 2022 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2022 | $1.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $1.2500 | +25.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $1.0000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 17, 2021 | $1.0000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2021 | $1.0000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $1.0000 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
58.3%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
61.6%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $2.27 | $191.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.68 | $129.90M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.52 | $280.10M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.13 | $127.60M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Packaging Corporation of America pay a dividend?
Yes, Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.48%.
What is PKG's dividend yield?
PKG's current dividend yield is 2.48%. The annual dividend is $5.00.
When is PKG's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for PKG has not been announced yet.
How many years has Packaging Corporation of America increased its dividend?
Packaging Corporation of America has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.