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U.S. Paper Packaging Industry Analysis

UpdatedOct 12, 2025
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies13
  • 7D-3.7%
  • 3M-9.3%
  • 1Y-15.5%
  • YTDn/a

The Paper Packaging industry is down 3.7% over the last week with Smurfit Westrock the worst performer, down 3.6%. In contrast, Eightco Holdings has gained 19%. However, the industry is down 15% over the past year. Earnings are forecast to grow by 23% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Paper Packaging Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Mon, 13 Oct 2025US$111.4bUS$106.3bUS$3.3b20.6x34.1x1x
Wed, 10 Sep 2025US$115.6bUS$106.3bUS$3.3b21.3x35.4x1.1x
Fri, 08 Aug 2025US$114.4bUS$104.7bUS$3.6b19.4x31.8x1.1x
Sun, 06 Jul 2025US$122.5bUS$97.0bUS$4.2b24.2x29.1x1.3x
Tue, 03 Jun 2025US$116.1bUS$97.1bUS$4.2b22.9x27.6x1.2x
Thu, 01 May 2025US$107.6bUS$91.3bUS$4.2b19.1x25.6x1.2x
Sat, 29 Mar 2025US$118.7bUS$95.9bUS$4.0b20.5x29.6x1.2x
Mon, 24 Feb 2025US$126.3bUS$96.0bUS$4.1b22.1x30.8x1.3x
Wed, 22 Jan 2025US$119.8bUS$92.5bUS$4.1b20.7x29.5x1.3x
Fri, 20 Dec 2024US$116.4bUS$92.5bUS$4.1b19.9x28.7x1.3x
Sun, 17 Nov 2024US$119.8bUS$92.0bUS$4.0b19.2x29.6x1.3x
Tue, 15 Oct 2024US$115.4bUS$87.2bUS$4.6b27.5x24.9x1.3x
Thu, 12 Sep 2024US$111.9bUS$87.2bUS$4.6b26.2x24.1x1.3x
Sat, 10 Aug 2024US$106.6bUS$87.3bUS$4.6b24x23.3x1.2x
Mon, 08 Jul 2024US$95.1bUS$95.1bUS$3.7b21.1x25.5x1x
Wed, 05 Jun 2024US$102.4bUS$95.1bUS$3.7b22.7x27.4x1.1x
Fri, 03 May 2024US$93.4bUS$95.3bUS$3.6b21.9x26x1x
Sun, 31 Mar 2024US$98.1bUS$96.7bUS$1.8b21.4x55.4x1x
Tue, 27 Feb 2024US$85.5bUS$91.4bUS$1.4b20.5x59.5x0.9x
Thu, 25 Jan 2024US$84.2bUS$92.8bUS$2.3b15.3x37.3x0.9x
Sat, 23 Dec 2023US$84.1bUS$92.8bUS$2.3b15.6x37.2x0.9x
Mon, 20 Nov 2023US$78.5bUS$92.8bUS$2.3b14.7x34.7x0.8x
Wed, 18 Oct 2023US$76.7bUS$95.2bUS$3.5b11x22x0.8x
Fri, 15 Sep 2023US$75.9bUS$95.2bUS$3.5b11.4x21.7x0.8x
Sun, 13 Aug 2023US$77.7bUS$95.5bUS$3.4b11.5x22.7x0.8x
Tue, 11 Jul 2023US$72.5bUS$97.5bUS$4.1b11.8x17.5x0.7x
Thu, 08 Jun 2023US$73.4bUS$97.5bUS$4.1b12.4x17.7x0.8x
Sat, 06 May 2023US$74.9bUS$97.6bUS$4.4b12.6x17.1x0.8x
Mon, 03 Apr 2023US$79.5bUS$98.2bUS$6.6b12.5x12x0.8x
Wed, 01 Mar 2023US$79.4bUS$98.2bUS$6.6b12.3x12x0.8x
Fri, 27 Jan 2023US$84.0bUS$97.6bUS$6.6b13.6x12.6x0.9x
Sun, 25 Dec 2022US$80.7bUS$97.7bUS$6.6b12.2x12.2x0.8x
Tue, 22 Nov 2022US$82.7bUS$97.4bUS$6.6b12.7x12.5x0.8x
Thu, 20 Oct 2022US$75.6bUS$94.9bUS$5.7b12.9x13.2x0.8x
Price to Earnings Ratio

13.2x


Total Market Cap: US$75.6bTotal Earnings: US$5.7bTotal Revenue: US$94.9bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Paper Packaging Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 26.8x202320242025
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are optimistic on the American Paper Packaging industry, and appear confident in long term growth rates.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 34.1x which is higher than its 3-year average PE of 26.8x.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 1.0x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Paper Packaging industry have declined 17% per year over the last three years.
  • Meanwhile revenues for these companies have grown 3.9% per year.
  • This means that although more sales are being generated, either the cost of doing business or the level of investment back into businesses has increased, which has decreased profits.

Industry Comparison

How does U.S. Paper Packaging compare with similar industries?

US Market-2.70%
Materials-2.76%
Packaging-4.00%
Paper Packaging-3.69%
Metal and Glass Containers-4.79%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
ORBS Eightco HoldingsUS$9.8419.4%
+US$397.9m		399.5%PS55.8x

Latest News

GPK
US$17.51
Graphic Packaging Holding
7D
-9.6%
1Y
-39.8%
AMCR
US$7.93
Amcor
7D
-3.1%
1Y
-29.1%
IP
US$45.69
International Paper
7D
-3.1%
1Y
-5.2%

Sustainable Packaging And Automation Will Reshape Global Markets

International Paper's analyst price target has shifted downward, moving from $54.33 to $53.35 per share. Analysts point to more moderate revenue growth expectations and a cautious outlook on near-term demand and execution risks.
SW
US$40.45
Smurfit Westrock
7D
-3.6%
1Y
-11.3%
SEE
US$33.76
Sealed Air
7D
-7.9%
1Y
-3.9%
AVY
US$158.67
Avery Dennison
7D
-2.9%
1Y
-27.2%

RFID And Sustainable Trends Will Expand Global Labeling Markets

Analysts have slightly lowered their fair value estimate for Avery Dennison from $195.25 to $191.33 per share. They attribute the adjustment to tempered sector expectations and modest changes in revenue growth and profitability assumptions.
PKG
US$206.75
Packaging Corporation of America
7D
-3.6%
1Y
-5.1%

Glendale Box Plant And Pricing Adjustments Will Strengthen Operations

Packaging Corporation of America's analyst price target has been raised from $216.11 to $218.70. Analysts cite improved industry dynamics, recent strategic acquisitions, and positive supply-side shifts as supporting factors for a stronger growth outlook.
ORBS
US$9.84
Eightco Holdings
7D
19.4%
1Y
399.5%
SON
US$39.61
Sonoco Products
7D
-8.6%
1Y
-26.9%