Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK)vsInternational Paper (IP)
GPK
Graphic Packaging Holding Company
$9.38
+4.45%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.66B
IP
International Paper
$36.47
+0.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $19.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
International Paper generates 174% more annual revenue ($23.63B vs $8.62B). GPK leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs -14.9%. IP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.58. IP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
GPK
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
IP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.4%
Fair Value
$10.06
Current Price
$9.38
$0.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 53.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
5.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -24.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 90.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPK
The strongest argument for GPK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : IP
The strongest argument for IP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 53.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GPK
The primary concerns for GPK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : IP
The primary concerns for IP are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPK profiles as a value stock while IP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
IP is growing revenue faster at 53.1% — sustainability is the question.
GPK generates stronger free cash flow (407M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IP scores higher overall (55/100 vs 53/100) and 53.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Graphic Packaging Holding Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Graphic Packaging Holding Company, offers paper packaging solutions for food, beverage, food service and other consumer products companies. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
International Paper
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
The International Paper Company (NYSE: IP) is an American pulp and paper company, the largest such company in the world. The company is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.
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