IP 📈 International Paper - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US4601461035

IP: Paper, Packaging, Pulp, Linerboard, Medium, Whitetop, Kraft

International Paper Company is a leading producer and distributor of renewable fiber-based packaging and pulp products, with a significant presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, and North Africa. The company's operations are divided into two primary segments: Industrial Packaging and Global Cellulose Fibers. Through these segments, International Paper offers a diverse range of products, including linerboard, medium, whitetop, and various types of recycled packaging materials, as well as pulp for a wide array of applications, such as absorbent products like diapers and feminine care items, and specialty pulps used in textiles, construction materials, and paints.

The company's product portfolio is designed to cater to the needs of various industries, including consumer goods, construction, and textiles. Its pulp products, for instance, are used in the production of diapers, towel and tissue products, and other personal care items, while its specialty pulps are utilized in the manufacture of construction materials, paints, and coatings. International Paper sells its products directly to end users and converters, as well as through a network of agents, resellers, and distributors, ensuring a wide reach and accessibility to its customers. With a history dating back to 1898, the company has established itself as a reliable and innovative player in the packaging and pulp industry.

As a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol IP, International Paper is committed to transparency and accountability in its operations. Its common stock is traded under the ISIN code US4601461035, and the company is classified under the GICS Sub Industry category of Paper & Plastic Packaging Products & Materials. With its headquarters located in Memphis, Tennessee, International Paper has a strong foundation in the United States, while its global presence enables it to serve customers and capitalize on growth opportunities in various regions around the world. For more information, investors and customers can visit the company's website at https://www.internationalpaper.com.

Additional Sources for IP Stock

IP Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 19,382m
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Packaging & Containers
GiC Sub-Industry Paper & Plastic Packaging Products & Materials
IPO / Inception 1970-01-02

IP Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 49.8%
Fundamental -19.5%
Dividend 26.2%
Rel. Strength Industry 1757
Analysts 3.64/5
Fair Price Momentum 59.13 USD
Fair Price DCF 109.32 USD

IP Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 3.38%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.87%
Annual Growth 5y 6.15%
Payout Consistency 17.6%

IP Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 64.7%
Growth Correlation 12m 93%
Growth Correlation 5y 39.9%
CAGR 5y 11.65%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y 0.64
Sharpe Ratio 12m 1.42
Alpha 33.91
Beta 0.77
Volatility 31.22%
Current Volume 6737k
Average Volume 20d 3513.8k
What is the price of IP stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 54.45 with a total of 6,736,962 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -1.96%, over one month by -7.46%, over three months by +12.69% and over the past year by +55.21%.
Is International Paper a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, International Paper is currently (December 2024) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of -19.46 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of IP as of December 2024 is 59.13. This means that IP is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 8.6%.
Is IP a buy, sell or hold?
International Paper has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.64. Therefor, it is recommend to hold IP.
  • Strong Buy: 4
  • Buy: 1
  • Hold: 4
  • Sell: 2
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for IP stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, IP International Paper will be worth about 64.4 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 54.45. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +18.33%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 56 2.9%
Analysts Target Price 35.5 -34.8%
ValueRay Target Price 64.4 18.3%