Graphic Packaging (NYSE:GPK) Given Hold Rating at Truist Financial

Truist Financial reiterated their hold rating on shares of Graphic Packaging (NYSE:GPK) in a research note published on Wednesday morning,Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has a $10.00 price objective on the industrial products company’s stock, up from their prior price objective of $9.00.

Other equities analysts have also recently issued research reports about the company. Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d+)” rating on shares of Graphic Packaging in a report on Monday, September 21st. Bank of America dropped their target price on Graphic Packaging from $14.00 to $13.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, September 11th. Wells Fargo & Company reduced their price target on Graphic Packaging from $10.00 to $9.00 and set an “underweight” rating for the company in a research report on Monday, October 19th. Raymond James Financial reissued an “underperform” rating on shares of Graphic Packaging in a report on Wednesday. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. upgraded Graphic Packaging from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating and lowered their price objective for the stock from $12.50 to $11.50 in a research report on Wednesday, September 23rd. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have assigned a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Reduce” and an average target price of $11.01.

Graphic Packaging Trading Up 3.9%

Shares of Graphic Packaging stock opened at $11.76 on Wednesday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45, a current ratio of 1.19 and a quick ratio of 0.60. The firm has a fifty day moving average price of $9.43 and a 200 day moving average price of $10.66. Graphic Packaging has a 1 year low of $8.15 and a 1 year high of $17.22. The stock has a market cap of $3.48 billion, a PE ratio of 15.08 and a beta of 0.65.

Graphic Packaging (NYSE:GPK) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, November 3rd. The industrial products company reported $0.23 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.22 by $0.01. Graphic Packaging had a net margin of 0.86% and a return on equity of 6.78%. The company had revenue of $2.19 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.17 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $0.58 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up .1% on a year-over-year basis. Equities research analysts predict that Graphic Packaging will post 0.69 earnings per share for the current year.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Graphic Packaging

Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. Bell Investment Advisors Inc purchased a new position in Graphic Packaging during the second quarter worth approximately $25,000. Versant Capital Management Inc increased its position in shares of Graphic Packaging by 1,075.7% in the second quarter. Versant Capital Management Inc now owns 3,480 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $37,000 after buying an additional 3,184 shares in the last quarter. Heritage Family Offices LLP purchased a new stake in shares of Graphic Packaging in the third quarter valued at approximately $34,000. Bessemer Group Inc. increased its position in shares of Graphic Packaging by 259.4% in the first quarter. Bessemer Group Inc. now owns 4,148 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $41,000 after buying an additional 2,994 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Nykredit A S acquired a new position in shares of Graphic Packaging during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $50,000. 99.67% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Graphic Packaging News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Graphic Packaging this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q3 results slightly topped expectations: Graphic Packaging reported adjusted earnings of $0.23 per share versus the $0.22 consensus and revenue of $2.19 billion versus estimates of $2.17 billion. Sales were slightly higher year over year, volumes rose 1%, and adjusted EBITDA margin improved sequentially for a second straight quarter—supporting the positive reaction to results. Third-quarter 2026 financial results
• Positive Sentiment: Several analysts lifted their targets: JPMorgan raised its target to $12 and maintained an overweight rating; RBC also raised its target to $12, with a sector-perform rating. The higher targets signal improved expectations, though the indicated upside is limited at the cited share price. Read More. · Read More.
• Positive Sentiment: New packaging offering: The company is making its Boardio paperboard canister available to North American nutraceutical brands through a co-packing partner, potentially broadening its sustainable packaging reach. No financial contribution was disclosed. Boardio packaging announcement
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst views remain mixed: UBS raised its target to $11.50 but kept a neutral rating, while Truist raised its target to $10 and reaffirmed hold. These targets remain below the cited share price and temper the more constructive calls. Read More. · Read More.
• Negative Sentiment: Year-over-year earnings declined sharply: Quarterly EPS was $0.23, down from $0.58 a year earlier, and net income was $22 million. The small beat against analyst estimates may therefore be weighed against weaker year-over-year profitability. Q3 earnings report

About Graphic Packaging

Graphic Packaging Holding Company, through its subsidiary Graphic Packaging International, develops and manufactures fiber-based packaging products for consumer goods companies. Its offerings include paperboard folding cartons, beverage carriers, cups, foodservice packaging, and other packaging solutions designed for products sold in grocery, foodservice, beverage, and household markets.

The company serves brand owners and manufacturers across a range of end markets, including food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, and foodservice.