International Paper Co. (IP) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
International Paper manufactures packaging products. It accounts for roughly one-third of the North American corrugated packaging market. The company also has a substantial presence in Europe follo...
International Paper Co. (IP) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 52.35 (historical range: 5.55–79.69, median: 11.40), placing it at the 88th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 0.79 (range: 0.54–1.80, 35th percentile — below its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 26.61 (range: 3.64–32.39, 94th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), International Paper Co.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 283% over the observed period (from an average of 13.3 to 51.2).
International Paper Co. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 52.35 | 11.40 | 88th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 0.79 | 0.84 | 35th | below its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 26.61 | 5.42 | 94th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 2.73% | 6.62% | 14th | expensive relative to its history |
International Paper Co. (IP) Valuation & P/E History
International Paper Co. (IP) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Paper Mills industry currently trading at $33.98 with a market capitalization of $18.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for IP based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 52.35 is above the historical median of 11.40, placing IP at the 88th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.79 compares to a median of 0.84.
IP Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows International Paper Co.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether IP is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests IP is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for International Paper Co..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is IP Overvalued or Undervalued?
International Paper Co. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 72 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive IP is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full IP analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.IP trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.