Packaging of America (STU:PKA) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


STU:PKA Packaging Corp of America STU:PKA
89 GF Score
Price €208.90
GF Value €194.29
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Packaging of America Moat Score?

Packaging of America STU:PKA +0.77% 89 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:PKA with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €194.29 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 418 Packaging & Containers companies, Packaging of America ranks better than 99.52% on this metric.

Packaging of America has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Packaging of America has Narrow Moat: Packaging Corp of America has a strong narrow moat due to economies of scale, a robust distribution network, and strong customer relationships. However, the competitive packaging industry limits its ability to achieve a wide moat.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Packaging of America might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Packaging of America  (STU:PKA) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Packaging of America Moat Score Related Terms

STU:PKA vs IP, AMCR, SW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Packaging of America's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Packaging of America Moat Score vs Packaging & Containers Industry

For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Packaging of America's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Packaging of America's Moat Score falls into.


STU:PKA
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Packaging of America (STU:PKA) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Packaging of America ranks #2 out of 418 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 0.5%.
Is Packaging of America's Moat Score too high?
Packaging of America's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Packaging of America ranks #2 out of 418 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Packaging of America has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Packaging of America's Moat Score compare to IP and AMCR?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Packaging of America ranks #2 out of 418 companies for Moat Score. This places Packaging of America in the top 1% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Packaging & Containers company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Packaging & Containers industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Packaging of America's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Packaging of America stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Packaging of America (STU:PKA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €194.29, compared to a current price of €208.90 — trading 7.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Packaging of America's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Packaging of America (STU:PKA), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Packaging of America (STU:PKA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Packaging of America stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €208.90 is trading 7.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €194.29. GuruFocus considers Packaging of America to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:PKA:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €194.29 vs. price of €208.90 (7.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:PKA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Packaging of America Business Description

Address 1 North Field Court, Lake Forest, IL, USA, 60045
Packaging Corp. of America is the third-largest containerboard and corrugated packaging manufacturer in the United States. It produces over 5 million tons of containerboard annually. The company's share of the domestic containerboard market is roughly 10%. PCA differentiates itself from larger competitors by focusing on smaller customers and operating with a high degree of flexibility.
89GF Score

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