International Paper CoXSWX:IP +0.37%63 EV-to-EBITDA is 91.55 as of Jul. 06, 2026, which is 732% above its 10-year median of 11.00. GuruFocus rates XSWX:IP with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF34.61. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 344 Packaging & Containers companies, International Paper Co ranks worse than 96.22% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, International Paper Co's enterprise value is CHF23,344 Mil.
International Paper Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF255 Mil. Therefore, International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 91.55.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:IP'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.75 Med: 11 Max: 232.49
Current: 91.87
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of International Paper Co was 232.49. The lowest was 5.75. And the median was 11.00.
XSWX:IP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 96.22% of 344
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 8.48
vs XSWX:IP: 91.87
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
International Paper Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
International Paper Co's share price for today is CHF30.785.
International Paper Co's 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 CHF-5.065.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* 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.
XSWX:IP vs AMCR, PKG, BALL: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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 EV-to-EBITDA vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
International Paper Co's current Enterprise Value is CHF23,344 Mil.
International Paper Co's EBITDA 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 CHF255 Mil.
* 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 (XSWX:IP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 91.55 as of Jul. 06, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on International Paper Co. This is 732% above median its historical median of 11.00. Over the past decade, International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.75 to 232.49. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #331 out of 344 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 96.2%.
Is International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
International Paper Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 91.55 is 732% above median its 10-year median of 11.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.75 to a high of 232.49. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. International Paper Co's value of 91.55 is 979.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #331 out of 344 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, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Paper Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #331 out of 344 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48. International Paper Co's value of 91.55 is 979.6% above this benchmark. Historically, International Paper Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.75 to 232.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.00 vs. the industry median of 8.48, 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 EV-to-EBITDA for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Packaging & Containers companies is 8.48, based on 344 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 91.55 is 979.6% 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 EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on International Paper Co. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.48 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 91.55, which is 732% above median its own 10-year median of 11.00. 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?
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 91.55. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF34.61, compared to a current price of CHF30.79 — trading 11.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 91.55, which is 732% above median its 10-year median of 11.00 and 979.6% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 8.48. 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 EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 91.55 as of Jul. 06, 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 (XSWX:IP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Paper Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF30.79 is trading 11.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF34.61.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:IP:
EV-to-EBITDA: 91.55 (732% above median its 10-year median of 11.00)
GF Value™: CHF34.61 vs. price of CHF30.79 (11.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 979.6% above the Packaging & Containers median (#331 of 344)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX: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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