INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) Factsheet
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-11-06. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 1.0%. FCF margin 2.3%. D/E 0.6x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 1.0% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 2.3% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.6x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 1.0% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 2.3% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ earns 1.0% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Industrials
ROIC TTM 1.0%, sector median 7.3%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 1.2% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 28.0%. Operating margin 1.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | IP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 1.0% | Red flag | Below sector median of 7.3% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -22.9% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 28.0% | Adequate | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 1.4% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ generates $553.0M FCF at 2.3% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $553.0M. FCF margin 2.3%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income -0.8x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | IP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $553.0M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | -0.8x | Warning | Potential accrual concerns |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ at 0.6x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.6x. Total debt $9.1B, cash & investments $1.2B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | IP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.6x | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-7.9B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ trades at -5.6x earnings
P/E -5.6x. EV/Sales 1.1x. FCF yield 2.9%. Dividend yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | IP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | -5.6x | Red flag | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 1.1x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.9% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 5.2% | Good | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ returns 5.4% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 5.4% (div 5.2% + buyback 0.2%). Capital returned $1.0B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | IP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.4% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.2% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $1.0B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 1.0% | Bottom 50% | 0.1x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Bottom 50% | 0.5x below |
| Gross Margin | 28.0% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 1.4% | Bottom 25% | 0.2x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -22.9% | Top 5% | -2.6x below |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | IP | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 1.0% | Red flag | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.3%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 4.7%) |
| Gross Margin | 28.0% | Adequate | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 33.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 61.4% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.9% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 1.0%. Sector median 7.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: What is INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) has a free cash flow margin of 2.3%, generating $553.0 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: What is INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) trades at a P/E ratio of -5.6x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 1.1x. FCF yield 2.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: Does INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ pay a dividend?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) currently pays a dividend yield of 5.2%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 5.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: How much debt does INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ have?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.6x with total debt of $9.1 billion. Net debt $7.9 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: What is INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/'s revenue and earnings growth?
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) grew revenue by 41.6% year-over-year. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: How does INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP) shows: ROIC 1.0%, sector median 7.3% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin 2.3%, sector median 4.7% (Bottom 50%). Gross margin 28.0%, 5.1pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/?
Quantitative warning flags for INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/ (IP): 1) FCF margin 2.3% (below 5%); 2) ROIC declining -69.1% over 8 quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-11-06. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.