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Containerboard price hike → +$70/ton effective March 1; stock up 6.37% past month

Packaging Corporation of America implemented a $70 per ton containerboard price increase effective March 1, 2026, expected to significantly boost margins in Q2 and Q3 2026. The stock has posted strong recent performance with 6.37% 1-month returns and 16.10% 1-year returns, while analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $1.25 per share payable April 15, providing steady income to shareholders.