International Paper (IP) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
International Paper stock (IP) is currently trading at $36.47. International Paper PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.81. Analyst consensus price target for IP is $46.67. WallStSmart rates IP as Underperform.
- IP PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- IP PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- IP intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- IP fair value vs current price
- IP insider transactions and insider buying
- Is IP undervalued or overvalued?
- International Paper financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- IP Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- IP analyst price target and Smart Rating
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Smart Analysis
International Paper (IP) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
International Paper (IP) Key Strengths (5)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Revenue surging 53.10% year-over-year
102.43% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Trading at 1.29x book value, attractively priced
Supporting Valuation Data
International Paper (IP) Areas to Watch (5)
Company is destroying shareholder value
Earnings declining -90.10%, profits shrinking
Company is losing money with a negative profit margin
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
International Paper (IP) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 55/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.4/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 1.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Revenue Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.81), Price/Book (1.29) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 53.10%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.58) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -90.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -24.70%, Operating Margin at 6.48%, Profit Margin at -14.90%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -24.70% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 53.10% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Sales, Revenue Growth) and negatives (Return on Equity, EPS Growth). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
IP Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
IP's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.81x trades at a 16% premium to its historical average of 0.7x (66th percentile). The current valuation is 38% below its historical high of 1.31x set in Jan 2018, and 710% above its historical low of 0.1x in Feb 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.0x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for International Paper (IP) · CONSUMER CYCLICAL › PACKAGING & CONTAINERS
The Big Picture
International Paper is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 23.6B with 53% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -14.9% profit margin.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 53% YoY, reaching 23.6B. This pace significantly outperforms most PACKAGING & CONTAINERS peers.
Generating 255M in free cash flow and 905M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
The company is unprofitable with a -14.9% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.
Earnings fell 90% YoY while revenue grew 53%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can International Paper maintain 53%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.2%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor PACKAGING & CONTAINERS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact International Paper.
Bottom Line
International Paper is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 53% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -14.9% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(26 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
GUSTAFSSON, ANDERS Director | Buy | +13,217 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
GUSTAFSSON, ANDERS Director | Buy | +12,875 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
FLORES, MELISSA S SVP & CHRO | Buy | +24,845 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 10:00:54 AM
About International Paper(IP)
NYSE
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.