Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Consumer Cyclical
Industry: Packaging & Containers

International Paper Company produces and sells renewable fiber-based packaging and pulp products in North America, Latin America, Europe, and North Africa. It operates through two segments, Industrial Packaging and Global Cellulose Fibers. The company offers linerboard, medium, whitetop, recycled linerboard, recycled medium and saturating kraft; and pulp for a range of applications, such as diapers, towel and tissue products, feminine care, incontinence, and other personal care products, as well as specialty pulps for use in textiles, construction materials, paints, coatings, and others. The company sells its products directly to end users and converters, as well as through agents, resellers, and distributors. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for IP
Revenue projections for IP

IP is projected to experience a revenue decline compared to last year, a development that often leads to investor caution. The drop could negatively impact the company's bottom line, as lower revenues typically signal reduced profitability, prompting more conservative investment strategies.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.279000
forwardPE 10.986828
debtToEquity 71.073000
earningsGrowth 0.000000
revenueGrowth 0.531000
grossMargins 0.297370
operatingMargins 0.064770
trailingEps -5.230000
forwardEps 2.768770

IP's current ratio is 1.279, showing the company's capacity to service its short-term debt through its cash reserves and current assets. This is a positive indicator of liquidity, suggesting IP has no trouble covering its short-term financial obligations.
IP's Forward PE is in an attractive range, meaning its stock price aligns well with earnings and isn't inflated. This creates room for growth, making it a solid investment opportunity for those looking to benefit from potential price appreciation.

Price projections:

Price projections for IP
Price projections for IP

The price of IP currently aligns with projections, offering no clear risks or opportunities. This situation suggests stability in the stock's performance, leading investors to await further developments before making strategic decisions.

Insider Transactions:

Insider Transactions for IP
Insider Transactions for IP


IP experienced 3 selling transactions, with market price of 42.45333353678385.IP had 2 buy transactions, with market price of 37.98500061035156.The insider transaction data lacks a clear pattern, offering no meaningful signals regarding the company's future course or current momentum.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for IP
Recommendations trend for IP


IP has garnered a buy bias from analysts recently, suggesting the stock is a good investment opportunity. This may lead to increased investor interest, as IP is seen as a reliable place to park money for those looking to benefit from potential market gains and company growth.