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International Paper Company
$34.05
-0.05
(-0.15%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 18.032B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 194.444M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic MaterialsView sector performance | |||||
| Industry: | Paper, Lumber & Forest ProductsView industry performance | |||||
| CEO: | Andrew K. Silvernail | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 62602 | |||||
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| Website: | https://www.internationalpaper.com |
International Paper Company, established in 1898 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, functions as a leading global packaging enterprise. Its extensive operational footprint spans the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Pacific Rim, Asia, and various other regions across the Americas. The company’s business activities are structured into two principal divisions: Industrial Packaging and Global Cellulose Fibers. The Industrial Packaging segment is dedicated to producing a diverse range of containerboards, which encompass linerboard, medium, whitetop, recycled linerboard, recycled medium, and saturating kraft. Concurrently, the Global Cellulose Fibers division supplies fluff, market, and specialized pulps. These pulps are integral components for a wide array of products, including absorbent hygiene items such as baby diapers, feminine care, and adult incontinence products, alongside other non-woven goods, and traditional tissue and paper products. Additionally, they find application in numerous non-absorbent sectors like textiles, filtration systems, building materials, paints and protective coatings, reinforced plastics, and various other industrial uses. International Paper distributes its products directly to ultimate consumers and converters, as well as through an established network of agents, resellers, and paper distributors.
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for International Paper! If you’re a long-term investor looking to build wealth and grow your portfolio, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving deep into International Paper, a heavyweight in the packaging and paper products industry, to break down its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. I’ll keep this conversational and packed with insights, so let’s get started with a quick overview of the company and what’s been happening lately before we dig into the…
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 18,916,000 | 18,619,000 | 24,896,000 |
| Gross Profit | 3,855,000 | 5,243,000 | 7,351,000 |
| EBITDA | 2,271,000 | 1,882,000 | -97,000 |
| Operating Income | 1,188,000 | 476,000 | -2,820,000 |
| Net Income | 302,000 | 557,000 | -3,516,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 23,261,000 | 22,800,000 | 37,964,000 |
| Total Liabilities | 14,906,000 | 14,627,000 | 23,137,000 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 8,355,000 | 8,173,000 | 14,827,000 |
| Total Debt | 5,905,000 | 5,853,000 | 10,317,000 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 1,113,000 | 1,170,000 | 1,145,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 1,833,000 | 1,678,000 | 1,698,000 |
| Capital Expenditure | -1,141,000 | -921,000 | -1,857,000 |
| Free Cash Flow | 692,000 | 757,000 | -159,000 |
| Net Income | 288,000 | 557,000 | -3,516,000 |
| Net Change in Cash | 309,000 | 57,000 | -9,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2029 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 26,211,375.661 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 28,185,545.906 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 27,035,000 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 4,863,550.968 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 5,108,449.400 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 4,965,722.310 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 1,957,364.643 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 2,150,834.404 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 2,038,080.003 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 3,943,359.957 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 4,240,363.212 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 4,067,269.792 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 3.860 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 4.070 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 3.710 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 4 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 1 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Strong Financial Performance: IP has demonstrated consistent revenue growth as per the latest income statements, with positive trends in gross profit and operating income. The free cash flow yield (freeCashFlowYieldTTM) indicates robust cash generation, supporting operational stability and potential shareholder returns.
- Solid Market Position: As part of the [industryName] within the [sectorName], IP benefits from a strong market presence, reflected in its market capitalization (mktCap) and average trading volume (volAvg), indicating investor confidence and liquidity.
- Dividend Stability: The company offers a competitive dividend yield (dividendYieldTTM), with a history of consistent payouts (lastDiv), appealing to income-focused investors in the 25-50 age demographic seeking steady returns.
- Operational Efficiency: Key metrics such as return on equity (roeTTM) and return on invested capital (roicTTM) suggest effective management of resources and capital, positioning IP favorably against industry peers.
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| Open: | 34.26 | Previous Close: | 34.1 | |
| Day Low: | 33.84 | Day High: | 34.85 | |
| Year Low: | 29.26 | Year High: | 50.25 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 36.44 | Price Avg 200: | 37.7 | |
| Volume: | 5.515M | Average Volume: | 5.346M |
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