Why is GPK Down Today?

GPK
$8.75
▼ -2.40% ($-0.21)
Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:37 PM ET (420 min ago)

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Graphic Packaging Holding Co is a holding company that manufactures and sells a variety of paper-based consumer packaging products through its subsidiaries. The company's reportable segments are; Paperboard Manufacturing, Americas Paperboard Packaging, and Europe Paperboard Packaging. The majority o...

Sector: PAPERBOARD CONTAINERS & BOXES
Market Cap: $5.80B
Forward P/E: 8.0
52-Week Range: $8.74 - $19.61
Employees: 23,000

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 GPK showing strong bearish momentum
GPK is down 2.4% today on 0.9x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.9x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

PAPERBOARD CONTAINERS & BOXES sector: 0.0%

GPK is outperforming its sector by -2.4%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

GPK is significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.74%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.02%
GPK
This Stock
-2.40%
vs S&P 500: -3.14%
vs Nasdaq: -3.42%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, GPK is expected to trade between:
$8.48 - $8.92

Key Level to Watch

$8.31 support
Watch for breakdown below $8.74

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Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:37 PM (420 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

GPK has moved more than 3.0% down on 40 occasions in the past year.

52.5%
Continuation Rate
21/40 times continued down
+0.13%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 24, 2026 (-3.3%) → Next day: +0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is GPK stock down today?

GPK is down 2.4% today on 0.9x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is GPK stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, GPK shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the GPK stock price target?

GPK is currently trading at $8.75. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $8.48 - $8.92. See long-term price prediction →

Will GPK stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that GPK's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $8.31 (support).

Is GPK stock oversold or overbought?

GPK's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 28.9. This indicates oversold conditions - the stock may be due for a bounce as selling pressure appears exhausted.

What is the momentum for GPK stock?

GPK's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.53. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is GPK outperforming or underperforming the market?

GPK (-2.40%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.74%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.02%.

What does MACD indicate for GPK?

GPK's MACD (-0.46) is currently below the signal line (-0.44), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 32.9) is strong.

Is GPK in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, GPK is in a bearish trend. The price ($8.75) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($9.46) and 50-day SMA ($10.64). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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