Ranpak Holdings Corp (PACK)vsPackaging Corp of America (PKG)
PACK
Ranpak Holdings Corp
$3.70
+3.35%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $296.52M
PKG
Packaging Corp of America
$213.36
-0.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $19.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Packaging Corp of America generates 2176% more annual revenue ($8.99B vs $395.00M). PKG leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs -9.7%. PKG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PACK
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
PKG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PACK.
Margin of Safety
-319.6%
Fair Value
$58.28
Current Price
$213.36
$155.08 premium
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
ROE of -7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 56.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PACK
The strongest argument for PACK centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PKG
Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PACK
The primary concerns for PACK are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PKG
The primary concerns for PKG are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
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 2.81 — expect wider price swings.
PKG is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
PKG generates stronger free cash flow (128M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PKG scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100) and 10.1% 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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