International Paper Company (IP) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.73
Is International Paper Company’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
International Paper Company's debt to equity ratio of 0.73 is 14% below its 5-year average of 0.85, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.64–1.60).
The debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP) is 0.73 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.69% (0.72).
IP Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
IP Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
IP Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
IP Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.73
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.72
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.85
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.84
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.78
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.72
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.69%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+2.46%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-13.95%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-60.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-59.09%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-57.51%
IP Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Paper Company (IP) | $16.87B | 0.73 | 0.72 | 0.71 | 0.85 |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) | $15.99B | 1.39 | 1.42 | 1.38 | 1.37 |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) | $18.55B | 1.46 | 1.17 | 0.76 | 0.62 |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $14.28B | 3.06 | 2.19 | 1.75 | 1.30 |
| Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) | $13.69B | 0.36 | 0.36 | 0.35 | 0.34 |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) | $20.46B | 0.78 | 0.78 | 0.84 | 0.92 |
| NIO Inc. (NIO) | $12.21B | 6.31 | 5.99 | 3.58 | 2.54 |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.51B | -1.34 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.08B | 0.80 | 0.44 | 0.45 | 0.77 |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) | $9.38B | 0.60 | 0.57 | 0.58 | 0.58 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.73
Current Ratio
1.28
International Paper Company Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
International Paper Company Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 0.73.
- Is International Paper Company's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- International Paper Company's debt to equity ratio of 0.73 is 14% below its 5-year average of 0.85, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.64–1.60).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 0.72.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 0.71.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 0.85.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 1.84.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 1.78.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for International Paper Company (IP)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for IP stock is 1.72.
International Paper Company Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.69 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.64 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.60 |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.12 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.30 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.68 |
| 2016-12-31 | 4.05 |
| 2015-12-31 | 3.97 |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.23 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.42 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.93 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.49 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.27 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.50 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.90 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.46 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.68 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.89 |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.01 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.48 |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.38 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.23 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.13 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.12 |
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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