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U.S. Packaging Industry Analysis

UpdatedNov 14, 2025
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies25
  • 7D-0.6%
  • 3M-8.5%
  • 1Y-21.4%
  • YTD-16.5%

Over the last 7 days, the Packaging industry has remained flat, although notably Sealed Air gained 17%. Unfortunately though, the industry is down 21% over the past 12 months. Earnings are forecast to grow by 19% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

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

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Tue, 18 Nov 2025US$146.9bUS$159.8bUS$5.7b19.8x25.8x0.9x
Thu, 16 Oct 2025US$157.2bUS$154.2bUS$5.0b21.2x31.2x1x
Sat, 13 Sep 2025US$162.8bUS$154.2bUS$5.0b22.1x32.4x1.1x
Mon, 11 Aug 2025US$165.0bUS$152.7bUS$5.4b22.3x30.4x1.1x
Wed, 09 Jul 2025US$174.1bUS$144.3bUS$6.0b27.9x29x1.2x
Fri, 06 Jun 2025US$163.2bUS$144.4bUS$6.0b25.7x27.2x1.1x
Sun, 04 May 2025US$152.7bUS$144.2bUS$5.9b20.3x25.9x1.1x
Tue, 01 Apr 2025US$170.8bUS$155.1bUS$6.2b22.1x27.7x1.1x
Thu, 27 Feb 2025US$182.0bUS$155.0bUS$6.2b24x29.2x1.2x
Sat, 25 Jan 2025US$179.3bUS$153.4bUS$5.9b22.3x30.2x1.2x
Mon, 23 Dec 2024US$173.2bUS$153.4bUS$5.9b22.3x29.2x1.1x
Wed, 20 Nov 2024US$181.0bUS$153.2bUS$6.0b23.6x30.3x1.2x
Fri, 18 Oct 2024US$178.9bUS$148.6bUS$7.0b27.7x25.5x1.2x
Sun, 15 Sep 2024US$175.5bUS$148.6bUS$7.0b25.8x25.1x1.2x
Tue, 13 Aug 2024US$163.1bUS$148.5bUS$6.9b23.6x23.5x1.1x
Thu, 11 Jul 2024US$134.9bUS$137.3bUS$5.8b19.5x23.5x1x
Sat, 08 Jun 2024US$160.6bUS$156.8bUS$6.1b22.5x26.5x1x
Mon, 06 May 2024US$156.0bUS$156.9bUS$6.2b21.9x25.2x1x
Wed, 03 Apr 2024US$158.1bUS$159.1bUS$4.4b18.9x35.6x1x
Fri, 01 Mar 2024US$147.6bUS$159.3bUS$4.5b16.9x33.1x0.9x
Sun, 28 Jan 2024US$143.2bUS$155.8bUS$5.4b15.3x26.6x0.9x
Tue, 26 Dec 2023US$141.9bUS$155.9bUS$5.4b15.7x26.3x0.9x
Thu, 23 Nov 2023US$131.9bUS$156.1bUS$5.4b14.4x24.3x0.8x
Sat, 21 Oct 2023US$121.8bUS$159.5bUS$7.0b12.3x17.3x0.8x
Mon, 18 Sep 2023US$132.8bUS$159.5bUS$7.0b12.9x18.9x0.8x
Wed, 16 Aug 2023US$132.9bUS$160.0bUS$7.0b13.9x18.9x0.8x
Fri, 14 Jul 2023US$134.8bUS$168.2bUS$7.9b12.7x17x0.8x
Sun, 11 Jun 2023US$131.5bUS$168.2bUS$7.9b13.3x16.6x0.8x
Tue, 09 May 2023US$134.3bUS$168.6bUS$8.1b13.5x16.5x0.8x
Thu, 06 Apr 2023US$136.5bUS$170.0bUS$10.8b12.6x12.7x0.8x
Sat, 04 Mar 2023US$143.6bUS$170.0bUS$10.8b12.9x13.3x0.8x
Mon, 30 Jan 2023US$145.4bUS$170.3bUS$9.9b15.1x14.7x0.9x
Wed, 28 Dec 2022US$138.9bUS$170.4bUS$10.0b12.9x13.9x0.8x
Fri, 25 Nov 2022US$142.1bUS$170.1bUS$10.0b13.6x14.3x0.8x
Price to Earnings Ratio

14.3x


Total Market Cap: US$142.1bTotal Earnings: US$10.0bTotal Revenue: US$170.1bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Packaging Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 24.3x202320242025
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are relatively neutral on the American Packaging industry at the moment, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates to remain steady.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PE ratio of 24.3x.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 0.98x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Packaging industry have declined 17% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 2.1% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Materials industry?

US Market-0.39%
Materials0.78%
Packaging-0.59%
Metal and Glass Containers-0.31%
Paper Packaging-0.70%
Industry PE
  • Investors are most optimistic about the Paper Packaging industry which is trading above its 3-year average PE ratio of 27.5x.
    • Analysts are expecting annual earnings growth of 21.9%, which is higher than its past year's earnings growth of 3.3% per year.
  • Investors are most pessimistic about the Metal and Glass Containers industry, which is trading below its 3-year average of 21.9x.
Forecasted Growth
  • Analysts are most optimistic on the Paper Packaging industry, expecting annual earnings growth of 22% over the next 5 years.
  • This is better than its past earnings growth rate of 3.3% per year.
  • In contrast, the Metal and Glass Containers industry is expected to see its earnings grow by 12% per year over the next few years.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

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

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
SEE Sealed AirUS$43.2817.4%
+US$944.5m		23.8%PE16.1x
BALL BallUS$47.602.6%
+US$318.9m		-21.8%PE17.9x
AMBP Ardagh Metal PackagingUS$3.607.8%
+US$155.4m		-0.3%PS0.4x
ATR AptarGroupUS$118.611.9%
+US$146.3m		-28.8%PE18.6x
AMCR AmcorUS$8.480.6%
+US$115.2m		-16.5%PE33.6x

Latest News

AMCR
US$8.48
Amcor
7D
0.6%
1Y
-16.5%

Amcor (NYSE:AMCR) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.13

Nov 17
Amcor (NYSE:AMCR) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.13
SEE
US$43.28
Sealed Air
7D
17.4%
1Y
23.8%
ORBS
US$2.71
Eightco Holdings
7D
-31.5%
1Y
59.1%
CCK
US$97.14
Crown Holdings
7D
-2.0%
1Y
8.7%

CCK: Share Repurchases Will Support Higher Earnings Multiples Ahead

Analysts have raised their price target for Crown Holdings from $121.13 to $121.50, citing updated valuation inputs and slightly higher projected earnings multiples. What's in the News Between July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025, Crown Holdings repurchased 1,097,904 shares, representing 0.95 percent of shares for $104.96 million (Key Developments).
ATR
US$118.61
AptarGroup
7D
1.9%
1Y
-28.8%

ATR: Share Buyback and Pharma Supply Moves Will Unlock Upside

Narrative Update on AptarGroup Price Target Analysts have revised AptarGroup’s fair value estimate downward by approximately $9 to $161.43 per share, citing tempered growth projections and a modest increase in the discount rate as key factors behind the adjustment. What's in the News Completed share repurchases totaling 1,504,552 shares for $227.34 million under the buyback announced on October 10, 2024 (Buyback Tranche Update).
BALL
US$47.60
Ball
7D
2.6%
1Y
-21.8%

Ball (NYSE:BALL) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.20

Nov 16
Ball (NYSE:BALL) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.20
AVY
US$172.91
Avery Dennison
7D
-0.4%
1Y
-12.8%

AVY: Demand Momentum And Recent Buyback Will Drive Shares Higher

Analysts have raised the price target for Avery Dennison to $202.36 from $200, citing stronger expectations for future earnings and the company's recent upgrade to a Buy rating. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports have highlighted both the strengths and risks facing Avery Dennison as it moves into its next growth phase.
SW
US$34.29
Smurfit Westrock
7D
-3.4%
1Y
-35.8%

SW: Future Index Moves And Margin Strength Will Drive Share Price Momentum

Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Smurfit Westrock from $55.90 to $54.57, citing updated forecasts for the company's growth, margins, and risk profile. What's in the News Reported $58 million impairment charges for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, a significant increase from $2 million a year ago (Key Developments) Added to the FTSE All-World Index (NYSE: SW) (Key Developments) Dropped from the FTSE All-World Index (LSE: SWR) (Key Developments) Valuation Changes Consensus Analyst Price Target has decreased slightly from $55.90 to $54.57.
GEF
US$61.06
Greif
7D
3.8%
1Y
-9.0%

GEF: Proceeds From Recent Asset Sales Will Support Financial Flexibility

Greif's analyst price target has shifted slightly lower, from $73.80 to $72.60, as analysts weigh the impact of recent asset sales and evolving industry headwinds while considering stable financial fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research presents a mix of optimism and caution regarding Greif's outlook.
IP
US$37.35
International Paper
7D
-1.5%
1Y
-35.3%
TRS
US$31.24
TriMas
7D
-1.1%
1Y
22.0%

TRS: Share Repurchase and Raised Earnings Outlook Will Drive Perceived Undervaluation

The analyst price target for TriMas has recently been lowered from $45.00 to $41.50. Analysts cite revised expectations for revenue growth and profit margins as key factors behind this adjustment.
AMBP
US$3.60
Ardagh Metal Packaging
7D
7.8%
1Y
-0.3%
OI
US$13.19
O-I Glass
7D
2.7%
1Y
6.1%
SON
US$40.93
Sonoco Products
7D
1.0%
1Y
-18.0%

SON: Future Earnings Guidance And Reorganization Will Drive Share Performance

Analysts have maintained their price target for Sonoco Products at $53.75 per share. They cite consistent financial projections, with only slight adjustments in key forecast assumptions.
GPK
US$16.06
Graphic Packaging Holding
7D
-0.4%
1Y
-43.4%
PKG
US$197.22
Packaging Corporation of America
7D
-1.7%
1Y
-17.2%

PKG: Recent Acquisition And Anticipated Price Increases Will Drive Upside

Analysts have slightly raised their average price target for Packaging Corporation of America. Updated forecasts reflect improved revenue growth projections and anticipated benefits from recent acquisitions, resulting in an increase of approximately $0.70 to $224.90 per share.