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International Paper CoIP +3.08%63 Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-6.36 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates IP with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $43.61 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 306 Packaging & Containers companies, International Paper Co ranks worse than 326797.06% on this metric.
During the past 13 years, International Paper Co's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 307.80% per year. The lowest was -69.50% per year. And the median was -0.50% per year.
International Paper Co (NYSE:IP) Earnings per Share (Diluted) Explanation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.
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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.
If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.
International Paper Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Related Terms
International Paper Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 Earnings per Share (Diluted) Chart
IP vs AMCR, PKG, BALL: Earnings per Share (Diluted) Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PE 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 PE Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's PE Ratio falls into.
International Paper Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Calculation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the amount of earnings per outstanding share of the company's stock. In calculating earnings per share, the dividends of preferred stocks need to subtracted from the total net income first.
International Paper Co's Earnings Per Share (Diluted) for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-6.36
* 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.
Companies also reported diluted shares in their financial reports. Diluted shares include the shares of convertibles or warrants outstanding.
What does a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $-6.36 mean?
International Paper Co (IP) has a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $-6.36 as of Mar. 2026. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 306 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry.
Is International Paper Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) too high?
International Paper Co's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-6.36. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 306 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, International Paper Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Paper Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 306 companies for Earnings per Share (Diluted). This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Earnings per Share (Diluted) for a Packaging & Containers company?
A good Earnings per Share (Diluted) depends on the Packaging & Containers industry context. However, Earnings per Share (Diluted) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Earnings per Share (Diluted) mean?
A high Earnings per Share (Diluted) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. International Paper Co's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-6.36. 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 (IP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $43.61, compared to a current price of $37.87 — trading 13.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-6.36. International Paper Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Earnings per Share (Diluted) calculated?
Earnings per Share (Diluted) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (IP), the current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $-6.36 as of Mar. 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 (IP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Paper Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $37.87 is trading 13.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $43.61.
GuruFocus considers International Paper Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for IP:
Earnings per Share (Diluted): $-6.36
GF Value™: $43.61 vs. price of $37.87 (13.2% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IP 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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