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International Paper (IP) Stock Forecast, Price Target & Predictions

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IP Stock Forecast

International Paper (IP) stock forecast, based on 25 Wall Street analysts, predicts a 12-month average price target of $66.00, with a high of $66.00 and a low of $66.00. This represents a 38.57% increase from the last price of $47.63.

$30 $38 $46 $54 $62 $70 High: $66 Avg: $66 Low: $66 Last Closed Price: $47.63

IP Stock Rating

International Paper stock's rating consensus is Buy, based on 25 Wall Street analysts. The breakdown includes 0 Strong Buy (0.00%), 13 Buy (52.00%), 6 Hold (24.00%), 6 Sell (24.00%), and 0 Strong Sell (0.00%).

Buy
Total 25 6 6 13 0 Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy

IP Price Target Upside V Benchmarks

TypeNameUpside
StockInternational Paper38.57%
SectorConsumer Cyclical Stocks 23.69%
IndustryPackaging & Containers Stocks 25.46%

Price Target Trends

1M3M12M
# Anlaysts--9
Avg Price Target--$53.11
Last Closing Price$47.63$47.63$47.63
Upside/Downside--11.51%
Ratings Trends
DateStrong BuyBuyHoldSellStrong SellTotal
Apr, 25254-213
Mar, 25145-212
Feb, 25144-211
Jan, 25144-211
Dec, 24144-211
Analyst Price Target Forecasts
DateAnalystCompanyPrice TargetPrice when PublishedPrice Target/Price when PublishedPrice Target/Last Closing Price
Nov 01, 2024Philip NgJefferies$66.00$55.7718.34%38.57%
Oct 15, 2024Michael RoxlandTruist Financial$57.00$48.0818.55%19.67%
Aug 14, 2024David ColemanArgus Research$52.00$46.1212.75%9.17%
Jul 25, 2024Matthew McKellarRBC Capital$56.00$45.5922.83%17.57%
Jul 25, 2024Gabe HajdeWells Fargo$45.00$46.28-2.77%-5.52%
Jun 28, 2024Mark WeintraubSeaport Global$52.00$43.2520.23%9.17%
May 30, 2024Michael RoxlandTruist Financial$52.00$44.0418.07%9.17%
May 30, 2024Gabe HajdeWells Fargo$41.00$44.40-7.66%-13.92%
May 23, 2024Philip NgJefferies$57.00$42.1035.39%19.67%
Feb 20, 2024Scott HeleniakRBC Capital$43.00$35.8020.11%-9.72%
Analyst Rating Forecasts
DateCompanyPrevious RatingNew RatingRating Change
Nov 01, 2024JefferiesBuyBuyhold
Oct 07, 2024Wells FargoEqual-WeightEqual-Weighthold
Aug 14, 2024Wells FargoBuyBuyhold
Jul 25, 2024RBC CapitalOutperformOutperformhold
Jul 25, 2024Wells FargoEqual-WeightEqual-Weighthold
Jun 27, 2024Wells FargoBuyBuyhold
May 30, 2024Wells FargoEqual-WeightEqual-Weighthold
May 23, 2024Truist FinancialBuyBuyhold
May 23, 2024JefferiesHoldBuyupgrade
Apr 17, 2024Wells FargoBuyBuyhold

Financial Forecast

EPS Forecast

$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$0.59$2.08$4.79$0.87-----
Avg Forecast$2.63$4.10$3.71$2.10$1.14$3.04$3.93$4.12$4.34
High Forecast$2.69$4.18$3.83$2.11$1.24$3.25$4.56$4.14$4.54
Low Forecast$2.58$4.01$3.65$2.09$1.10$2.75$3.64$4.10$4.23
Surprise %-77.57%-49.27%29.11%-58.57%-----

Revenue Forecast

$19B $20B $21B $22B $23B $24B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$20.58B$19.36B$21.16B$18.92B$18.62B----
Avg Forecast$20.64B$21.72B$21.26B$18.99B$18.80B$19.72B$20.50B$21.07B$22.84B
High Forecast$20.95B$22.04B$21.76B$19.09B$18.89B$20.34B$20.51B$21.82B$23.66B
Low Forecast$20.28B$21.34B$20.99B$18.88B$18.75B$19.48B$20.50B$20.67B$22.41B
Surprise %-0.29%-10.84%-0.48%-0.38%-0.96%----

Net Income Forecast

$0 $500M $1B $2B $2B $3B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$482.00M$811.00M$1.50B$288.00M$562.00M----
Avg Forecast$350.14M$1.74B$1.80B$302.00M$420.00M$1.09B$1.40B$1.44B$1.52B
High Forecast$458.20M$2.09B$2.16B$362.40M$432.42M$1.13B$1.59B$1.45B$1.59B
Low Forecast$242.07M$1.39B$1.44B$241.60M$383.96M$959.50M$1.27B$1.43B$1.48B
Surprise %37.66%-53.44%-16.29%-4.64%33.81%----

IP Forecast FAQ

Is International Paper stock a buy?

International Paper stock has a consensus rating of Buy, based on 25 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown includes 0 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, 6 Hold, 6 Sell, and 0 Strong Sell, reflecting a consensus that International Paper is a favorable investment for most analysts.

What is International Paper's price target?

International Paper's price target, set by 25 Wall Street analysts, averages $66 over the next 12 months. The price target range spans from $66 at the low end to $66 at the high end, suggesting a potential 38.57% change from the previous closing price of $47.63.

How does International Paper stock forecast compare to its benchmarks?

International Paper's stock forecast shows a 38.57% upside, outperforming the average forecast for the consumer cyclical stocks sector (23.69%) and outperforming the packaging & containers stocks industry (25.46%).

What is the breakdown of analyst ratings for International Paper over the past three months?

  • April 2025: 15.38% Strong Buy, 38.46% Buy, 30.77% Hold, 0% Sell, 15.38% Strong Sell.
  • March 2025: 8.33% Strong Buy, 33.33% Buy, 41.67% Hold, 0% Sell, 16.67% Strong Sell.
  • February 2025: 9.09% Strong Buy, 36.36% Buy, 36.36% Hold, 0% Sell, 18.18% Strong Sell.

What is International Paper’s EPS forecast?

International Paper's average annual EPS forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $3.04, marking a 0% decrease from the reported $0 in 2024. Estimates for the following years are $3.93 in 2026, $4.12 in 2027, and $4.34 in 2028.

What is International Paper’s revenue forecast?

International Paper's average annual revenue forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $19.72B, reflecting a 5.90% increase from the reported $18.62B in 2024. The forecast for 2026 is $20.5B, followed by $21.07B for 2027, and $22.84B for 2028.

What is International Paper’s net income forecast?

International Paper's net income forecast for the fiscal year ending in December 2025 stands at $1.09B, representing an 94.32% increase from the reported $562M in 2024. Projections indicate $1.4B in 2026, $1.44B in 2027, and $1.52B in 2028.