International Paper Company (IP)

International Paper's stock price has been impacted by poor performance over the past year, losing about 30% of its value due to weak demand. Optimism surrounding its acquisition of DS Smith has faded. In January 2026, IP announced mixed Q4 2025 results and a split into two independent companies, which initially caused shares to rise modestly. The company plans additional closures and job cuts in its EMEA business in 2026. The stock's 52-week range has been between $35.56 and $57.55. As of early February 2026, the stock has seen some fluctuations.

International Paper's products and services experience demand seasonality. The company anticipates seasonal mix improvement in its North America Packaging Solutions, particularly following a heavy e-commerce fourth quarter.

International Paper Company, established in 1898, is a global manufacturer of paper and packaging products, operating in the Pulp & Paper industry. Its business segments include industrial packaging, printing paper, consumer packaging, and distribution. The company is known for its industrial packaging division, which generates nearly 70% of its revenue. It also produces pulp for various applications, including personal care products, textiles, construction materials, paints, and coatings.

International Paper operates in over 150 countries and manages approximately 23 million hectares of forestland. The company's production sites are predominantly located in the United States, with 176 facilities. Its operations span North America, Latin America, Europe, and North Africa.

International Paper has maintained a strong brand reputation, being recognized as one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies®" for 16 consecutive years. The company emphasizes sustainability and engages in global citizenship and community engagement efforts, investing over $19 million in 2022. Recent strategic shifts reflect the company's adaptation to evolving market demands.

International Paper Company has a significant number of institutional owners. 1485 institutional owners and shareholders hold a total of 678,817,705 shares. Major institutional shareholders include Price T Rowe Associates Inc /md/, Vanguard Group Inc, Capital Research Global Investors, Capital International Investors, BlackRock, Inc., State Street Corp, and Bank of New York Mellon Corp. State Street Corp. holds 5.61% of the institutional shares. Individual ownership accounts for 0.33% of the company.