International Paper Company (IP) Gross Margin: 27.83%
Is International Paper Company’s gross margin high or low?
International Paper Company's gross margin of 27.83% is in line with its 5-year average of 26.48%, near the high end of its 5-year range (20.38%–29.53%).
The gross margin for International Paper Company (IP) is 27.83% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 3.52% (28.84%).
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IP Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
27.83%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
28.84%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
26.63%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
26.48%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
28.80%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
28.90%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
28.54%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.52%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.52%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+5.10%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-3.37%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-3.72%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-2.49%
IP Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Paper Company (IP) | — | 27.83% | 28.84% | 26.63% | 26.48% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) | $15.99B | 22.50% | 22.54% | 22.39% | 22.22% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) | $18.55B | -1.72% | -10.73% | -63.90% | -183.51% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $14.28B | 41.79% | 39.68% | 37.64% | 38.81% |
| Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) | $13.69B | 55.70% | 57.91% | 58.04% | 57.44% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) | $20.46B | 39.33% | 38.97% | 39.16% | 37.89% |
| NIO Inc. (NIO) | $12.21B | 15.74% | 11.75% | 9.86% | 11.64% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.51B | 40.07% | 39.62% | 38.53% | 38.60% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.08B | 34.39% | 30.78% | 27.31% | 26.07% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) | $9.38B | 18.60% | 21.73% | 21.40% | 20.40% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
27.8%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
International Paper Company Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
International Paper Company Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The gross margin for IP stock is 27.83%.
- Is International Paper Company's gross margin high or low?
- International Paper Company's gross margin of 27.83% is in line with its 5-year average of 26.48%, near the high end of its 5-year range (20.38%–29.53%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The TTM average gross margin for IP stock is 28.84%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for IP stock is 26.63%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for IP stock is 26.48%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for IP stock is 28.80%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for IP stock is 28.90%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for IP stock is 28.54%.
International Paper Company Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 29.53% |
| 2024-12-31 | 28.16% |
| 2023-12-31 | 20.38% |
| 2022-12-31 | 28.44% |
| 2021-12-31 | 28.56% |
| 2020-12-31 | 23.80% |
| 2019-12-31 | 30.83% |
| 2018-12-31 | 33.26% |
| 2017-12-31 | 31.92% |
| 2016-12-31 | 31.17% |
| 2015-12-31 | 30.77% |
| 2014-12-31 | 31.18% |
| 2013-12-31 | 30.66% |
| 2012-12-31 | 30.04% |
| 2011-12-31 | 27.17% |
| 2010-12-31 | 26.60% |
| 2009-12-31 | 34.86% |
| 2008-12-31 | 24.52% |
| 2007-12-31 | 26.63% |
| 2006-12-31 | 26.13% |
| 2005-12-31 | 24.73% |
| 2004-12-31 | 26.63% |
| 2003-12-31 | 25.72% |
| 2002-12-31 | 26.91% |
| 2001-12-31 | 26.38% |
| 2000-12-31 | 28.74% |
| 1999-12-31 | 26.91% |
| 1998-12-31 | 25.94% |
| 1997-12-31 | 26.34% |
| 1996-12-31 | 26.11% |
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About International Paper Company
International Paper Company, established in 1898 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, functions as a leading global packaging enterprise. Its extensive operational footprint spans the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Pacific Rim, Asia, and various other regions across the Americas. The company's business activities are structured into two principal divisions: Industrial Packaging and Global Cellulose Fibers. The Industrial Packaging segment is dedicated to producing a diverse range of containerboards, which encompass linerboard, medium, whitetop, recycled linerboard, recycled medium, and saturating kraft. Concurrently, the Global Cellulose Fibers division supplies fluff, market, and specialized pulps. These pulps are integral components for a wide array of products, including absorbent hygiene items such as baby diapers, feminine care, and adult incontinence products, alongside other non-woven goods, and traditional tissue and paper products. Additionally, they find application in numerous non-absorbent sectors like textiles, filtration systems, building materials, paints and protective coatings, reinforced plastics, and various other industrial uses. International Paper distributes its products directly to ultimate consumers and converters, as well as through an established network of agents, resellers, and paper distributors.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Andrew K. Silvernail