International Paper Company (IP) Net Profit Margin: -14.12%
Is International Paper Company’s net profit margin high or low?
International Paper Company's net profit margin of -14.12% is 1167% below its 5-year average of 1.32%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-14.12%–9.05%).
The net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP) is -14.12% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 153.73% (-5.56%).
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IP Net Profit Margin Metrics
NET PROFIT MARGIN
-14.12%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG TTM
-5.56%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 3Y
-0.60%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 5Y
1.32%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 10Y
3.85%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 15Y
3.88%
NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 20Y
3.57%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-153.73%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2233.88%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1167.00%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-467.19%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-464.15%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-495.89%
IP Competitors' Net Profit Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | NET PROFIT MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Paper Company (IP) | — | -14.12% | -5.56% | -0.60% | 1.32% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) | $19.76B | -67.68% | -81.59% | -173.24% | -1536.10% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) | $15.83B | 2.56% | 2.40% | 2.55% | 3.09% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) | $20.54B | 9.31% | 9.97% | 10.91% | 9.65% |
| Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) | $13.78B | 14.22% | 15.68% | 15.83% | 14.72% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $13.69B | 0.06% | -5.29% | -23.49% | -68.66% |
| NIO Inc. (NIO) | $12.45B | -17.10% | -25.79% | -29.79% | -30.48% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.57B | 12.18% | 12.29% | 11.54% | 11.63% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.00B | 11.53% | 7.48% | 2.45% | -0.13% |
| Wayfair Inc. (W) | $9.42B | -2.51% | -3.33% | -5.92% | -3.89% |
Margin Comparison
Operating Margin
-11.3%
Net Profit Margin
-14.1%
International Paper Company Net Profit Margin Formula & Definition
Net Profit Margin = Net Income / Revenue
Net profit margin is the percentage of revenue that becomes net income after all expenses, taxes, and interest.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
International Paper Company Net Profit Margin FAQ
- What is the net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The net profit margin for IP stock is -14.12%.
- Is International Paper Company's net profit margin high or low?
- International Paper Company's net profit margin of -14.12% is 1167% below its 5-year average of 1.32%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-14.12%–9.05%).
- What is the TTM average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The TTM average net profit margin for IP stock is -5.56%.
- What is the 3Y average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 3Y average net profit margin for IP stock is -0.60%.
- What is the 5Y average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 5Y average net profit margin for IP stock is 1.32%.
- What is the 10Y average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 10Y average net profit margin for IP stock is 3.85%.
- What is the 15Y average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 15Y average net profit margin for IP stock is 3.88%.
- What is the 20Y average net profit margin for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 20Y average net profit margin for IP stock is 3.57%.
International Paper Company Net Profit Margin History
| DATE | NET PROFIT MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -14.12% |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.99% |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.60% |
| 2022-12-31 | 7.11% |
| 2021-12-31 | 9.05% |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.31% |
| 2019-12-31 | 6.69% |
| 2018-12-31 | 8.63% |
| 2017-12-31 | 9.86% |
| 2016-12-31 | 4.64% |
| 2015-12-31 | 4.54% |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.35% |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.94% |
| 2012-12-31 | 3.63% |
| 2011-12-31 | 5.08% |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.74% |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.84% |
| 2008-12-31 | -5.16% |
| 2007-12-31 | 5.34% |
| 2006-12-31 | 4.77% |
| 2005-12-31 | 5.07% |
| 2004-12-31 | -0.17% |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.42% |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.23% |
| 2001-12-31 | -4.51% |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.50% |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.74% |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.03% |
| 1997-12-31 | -0.33% |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.50% |
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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