IP International Paper PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 21, 2025, the International Paper stock's P/E ratio is 28.16. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.6 and stock price of $45.06. The PE ratio has decreased by 40% from its last 4 quarters average of 47.2.
IP PE ratio history
The PE ratio of International Paper has averaged 21.03 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 28.16 is 34% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, IP's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2024 quarter at 79.63, when the price was $39.02 and the EPS was $0.49. The lowest point was recorded in the Sep 2022 quarter, when it reached 5.98 with a price of $31.7 and an EPS of $5.3.
International Paper PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 420.93% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -74.17% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.64 | -22.76% | $53.82 | $1.6 |
| 2023 | 43.55 | 420.93% | $36.15 | $0.83 |
| 2022 | 8.36 | -19.92% | $34.63 | $4.14 |
| 2021 | 10.44 | -74.17% | $46.98 | $4.5 |
| 2020 | 40.42 | 172.19% | $49.72 | $1.23 |
| 2019 | 14.85 | 80.66% | $46.05 | $3.1 |
| 2018 | 8.22 | -26.34% | $40.36 | $4.91 |
| 2017 | 11.16 | -53.73% | $57.94 | $5.19 |
| 2016 | 24.12 | 43.91% | $53.06 | $2.2 |
| 2015 | 16.76 | -59.34% | $37.7 | $2.25 |
| 2014 | 41.22 | 164.74% | $53.58 | $1.3 |
| 2013 | 15.57 | -28.87% | $49.03 | $3.15 |
| 2012 | 21.89 | 126.37% | $39.84 | $1.82 |
| 2011 | 9.67 | -42.85% | $29.6 | $3.06 |
| 2010 | 16.92 | -1.46% | $27.24 | $1.61 |
International Paper PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 33.64 | -17.37% | $53.82 | $1.6 |
| Sep 2024 | 40.71 | 16.98% | $48.85 | $1.2 |
| Jun 2024 | 34.8 | -56.3% | $43.15 | $1.24 |
| Mar 2024 | 79.63 | 82.85% | $39.02 | $0.49 |
| Dec 2023 | 43.55 | -0.55% | $36.15 | $0.83 |
| Sep 2023 | 43.79 | 313.11% | $35.47 | $0.81 |
| Jun 2023 | 10.6 | 9.05% | $31.81 | $3 |
| Mar 2023 | 9.72 | 16.27% | $36.06 | $3.71 |
| Dec 2022 | 8.36 | 39.8% | $34.63 | $4.14 |
| Sep 2022 | 5.98 | -30.55% | $31.7 | $5.3 |
| Jun 2022 | 8.61 | -14.75% | $41.83 | $4.86 |
| Mar 2022 | 10.1 | -3.26% | $46.15 | $4.57 |
| Dec 2021 | 10.44 | -14.14% | $46.98 | $4.5 |
| Sep 2021 | 12.16 | -42.48% | $55.92 | $4.6 |
| Jun 2021 | 21.14 | -3.43% | $61.31 | $2.9 |
IP average PE ratio chart
IP's current PE ratio is higher than the 5 and 10-year averages, but it is under its 3-year average.
IP PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks PKG and CLW, IP's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CLW Clearwater Paper Corp | 2.09 | $394.67M |
| PKG Packaging Corp Of America | 20.3 | $16.35B |
| IP International Paper Co | 28.16 | $23.71B |
Frequently asked questions
What is International Paper's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for IP stock as of Apr 21, 2025, stands at 28.16.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for International Paper (IP)?
The average PE ratio for IP stock over the past 3 years is 29.04.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for International Paper (IP)?
The average PE ratio for IP stock over the past 5 years is 25.76.
What is the highest PE ratio for IP?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 79.63 and it was in the Mar 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for IP compare to its historical average?
IP's price to earnings ratio is currently 34% above its 10-year historical average.
How is IP's PE ratio calculated (International Paper PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Apr 21, 2025), International Paper's share price is $45.06. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $1.6. Therefore, International Paper's price to earnings ratio for today is 28.16. PE RATIO(28.16) = STOCK PRICE($45.06) / TTM EPS($1.6)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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