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International Paper CoFRA:INP -3.17%67 Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.71 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 0.76. GuruFocus rates FRA:INP with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €34.46 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 321 Packaging & Containers companies, International Paper Co ranks worse than 51.71% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:INP'
s Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.48 Med: 0.76 Max: 1.08
Current: 0.73
During the past years, International Paper Co's highest Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio was 1.08. The lowest was 0.48. And the median was 0.76.
FRA:INP's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is ranked worse than 51.71% of 321
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 0.7
vs FRA:INP: 0.73
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller. He uses E10 for his Shiller PE Ratio calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings per share of a company over the past 10 years. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted revenue per share of a company over the past 10 years.
International Paper Co's adjusted revenue per share data for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was €8.686. Add all the adjusted revenue per share for the past 10 years together and divide 10 will get our Cyclically Adjusted Revenue per Share, which is €51.30 for the trailing ten years ended in Jun. 2026.
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International Paper Co (FRA:INP) Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Explanation
Compared with the regular PS Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of revenue during business cycles. Therefore it is more accurate in reflecting the valuation of the company.
If a company has consistent business performance, the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio should give similar results to regular PS Ratio.
International Paper Co Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Related Terms
International Paper Co Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
International Paper Co Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Chart
FRA:INP vs PKG, AMCR, SW: Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
International Paper Co Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio falls into.
International Paper Co Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio Calculation
Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio takes the Revenue per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/S calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPS Ratio.
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.
What does a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.71 mean?
International Paper Co (FRA:INP) has a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.71 as of Jul. 31, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted revenue per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.76. Over the past decade, International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.48 to 1.08. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #166 out of 321 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 51.7%.
Is International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio too high?
International Paper Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.71 is near median its 10-year median of 0.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.48 to a high of 1.08. The Packaging & Containers industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.70. International Paper Co's value of 0.71 is 1.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #166 out of 321 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, International Paper Co has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Paper Co's Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio compare to PKG and AMCR?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #166 out of 321 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.70. International Paper Co's value of 0.71 is 1.4% above this benchmark. Historically, International Paper Co's own Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio has ranged from 0.48 to 1.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.76 vs. the industry median of 0.70, International Paper Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio among Packaging & Containers companies is 0.70, based on 321 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio of 0.71 is 1.4% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted revenue per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.71, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Paper Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Paper Co (FRA:INP) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €34.46, compared to a current price of €36.60 — trading 6.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.71, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.76 and 1.4% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 0.70. International Paper Co's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (FRA:INP), the current Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio is 0.71 as of Jul. 31, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is International Paper Co (FRA:INP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Paper Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €36.60 is trading 6.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €34.46.
GuruFocus considers International Paper Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:INP:
Cyclically Adjusted PS Ratio: 0.71 (near median its 10-year median of 0.76)
GF Value™: €34.46 vs. price of €36.60 (6.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 1.4% above the Packaging & Containers median (#166 of 321)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:INP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
International Paper manufactures packaging products. It accounts for roughly one-third of the North American corrugated packaging market. The company also has a substantial presence in Europe following its acquisition of DS Smith. International Paper serves a variety of end markets, including industrial, consumer products, and manufacturing.
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