EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, International Paper Co's Enterprise Value is CHF23,151 Mil.
International Paper Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF441 Mil. Therefore, International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 52.55.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:IP'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6176.25 Med: 18.69 Max: 402.45
Current: 51.7
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of International Paper Co was 402.45. The lowest was -6176.25. And the median was 18.69.
XSWX:IP's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 83.95% of 243
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 15.79
vs XSWX:IP: 51.70
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 (XSWX:IP) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 CHF30.68.
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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
* 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.
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
International Paper Co's current Enterprise Value is CHF23,151 Mil.
International Paper Co's Free Cash Flow 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 CHF441 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-FCF of 52.55 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. This is 181% above median its historical median of 18.69. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #204 out of 243 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 84%.
Is International Paper Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
International Paper Co's current EV-to-FCF of 52.55 is 181% above median its 10-year median of 18.69. The Packaging & Containers industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.79. International Paper Co's value of 52.55 is 232.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #204 out of 243 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-FCF compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #204 out of 243 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.79. International Paper Co's value of 52.55 is 232.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.69 vs. the industry median of 15.79, 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-FCF for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Packaging & Containers companies is 15.79, based on 243 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current EV-to-FCF of 52.55 is 232.8% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current EV-to-FCF is 52.55, which is 181% above median its own 10-year median of 18.69. 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-FCF of 52.55. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF34.97, compared to a current price of CHF30.68 — trading 12.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 52.55, which is 181% above median its 10-year median of 18.69 and 232.8% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 15.79. 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current EV-to-FCF is 52.55 as of Jun. 25, 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 CHF30.68 is trading 12.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF34.97.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:IP:
EV-to-FCF: 52.55 (181% above median its 10-year median of 18.69)
GF Value™: CHF34.97 vs. price of CHF30.68 (12.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 232.8% above the Packaging & Containers median (#204 of 243)
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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