Ranpak Holdings Corp (PACK)vsPackaging Corp of America (PKG)
PACK
Ranpak Holdings Corp
$5.41
+0.56%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $445.94M
PKG
Packaging Corp of America
$256.31
-0.44%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $21.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Packaging Corp of America generates 2182% more annual revenue ($9.53B vs $417.90M). PKG leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs -9.1%. PKG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PACK
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PKG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
7.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PACK
The strongest argument for PACK centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PKG
Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PACK
The primary concerns for PACK are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PKG
The primary concerns for PKG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PACK profiles as a turnaround stock while PKG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PACK carries more volatility with a beta of 3.12 — expect wider price swings.
PKG is growing revenue faster at 14.7% — sustainability is the question.
PKG generates stronger free cash flow (170M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PKG scores higher overall (54/100 vs 42/100) and 14.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ranpak Holdings Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Ranpak Holdings Corp. The company is headquartered in Concord Township, Ohio.
Packaging Corp of America
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Packaging Corporation of America is an American manufacturing company based in Lake Forest, Illinois.
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