Packaging Corp of America PKG Operating margin

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4.7%+0.6pp

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13.9%—

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7%-5.3pp

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10.8%+3.3pp

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FAQ

What is Packaging Corp of America's operating margin?

Packaging Corp of America (PKG) reported operating margin of 10.9% in Q2 2026.

How has Packaging Corp of America's operating margin changed year-over-year?

Packaging Corp of America's operating margin decreased by 24.5% year-over-year, from 14.4% to 10.9%.

What is the long-term trend for Packaging Corp of America's operating margin?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Packaging Corp of America's operating margin has grown at a 2.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 10.9% to 12.3%.

What does operating margin mean?

Operating income as a percentage of revenue (trailing twelve months). Captures profitability from core operations after both cost of revenue and operating expenses, but before interest and taxes.