International Paper (IP)vsRanpak Holdings Corp (PACK)
IP
International Paper
$36.47
+0.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $19.14B
PACK
Ranpak Holdings Corp
$3.70
+3.35%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $296.52M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
International Paper generates 5883% more annual revenue ($23.63B vs $395.00M). PACK leads profitability with a -9.7% profit margin vs -14.9%. IP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
IP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
PACK
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 53.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -24.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 90.1%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IP
The strongest argument for IP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 53.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PACK
The strongest argument for PACK centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : IP
The primary concerns for IP are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PACK
The primary concerns for PACK are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PACK is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PACK carries more volatility with a beta of 2.81 — expect wider price swings.
IP is growing revenue faster at 53.1% — sustainability is the question.
IP generates stronger free cash flow (255M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IP scores higher overall (55/100 vs 43/100) and 53.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Ranpak Holdings Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Ranpak Holdings Corp. The company is headquartered in Concord Township, Ohio.
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