International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) Forward PE Ratio Explanation
The Forward PE Ratio of a company is often used to compare current earnings to estimated future earnings, as well as gaining a clearer picture of what earnings will look like without charges and other accounting adjustments. If earnings are expected to grow in the future, the Forward PE Ratio will be lower than the current PE Ratio. This measure is also used to compare one company to another with a forward-looking focus.
Trailing PE Ratio relies on what is already done. It uses the current share price and divides by the total EPS (Basic) over the past 12 months. PE Ratio can be affected by Non Operating Income such as the sale of part of businesses. This may increase for the current year or quarter dramatically. But it cannot be repeated over and over. Therefore PE Ratio without NRI is a more accurate indication of valuation than PE Ratio .
International Paper Co Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
International Paper Co Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Forward PE 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 Forward PE Ratio Chart
International Paper Co Annual Data
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International Paper Co Quarterly Data
2026-03
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22.04
XSWX:IP vs AMCR, PKG, BALL: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's Forward PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward 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 Forward PE Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's Forward PE Ratio falls into.
International Paper Co Forward PE Ratio Calculation
It's a measure of the price-to-earnings ratio (PE Ratio) using forecasted earnings for the calculation. While the earnings used are just an estimate and are not as reliable as current earnings data, there is still benefit in estimated P/E analysis. The forecasted earnings used in the formula can either be for the next 12 months or for the next full-year fiscal period.
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) has a Forward PE Ratio of 29.06 as of Jun. 29, 2026. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #97 out of 110 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 88.2%.
Is International Paper Co's Forward PE Ratio too high?
International Paper Co's current Forward PE Ratio is 29.06. The Packaging & Containers industry median Forward PE Ratio is 14.03. International Paper Co's value of 29.06 is 107.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #97 out of 110 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 Forward PE Ratio compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #97 out of 110 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 14.03. International Paper Co's value of 29.06 is 107.1% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward PE Ratio for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Packaging & Containers companies is 14.03, based on 110 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward PE Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward PE Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current Forward PE Ratio of 29.06 is 107.1% 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 Forward PE Ratio mean?
A high Forward PE Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 14.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current Forward PE Ratio is 29.06. 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 Forward PE Ratio of 29.06. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF35.58, compared to a current price of CHF31.61 — trading 11.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 29.06 and 107.1% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 14.03. 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 Forward PE Ratio calculated?
Forward PE Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current Forward PE Ratio is 29.06 as of Jun. 29, 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 CHF31.61 is trading 11.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF35.58.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:IP:
Forward PE Ratio: 29.06
GF Value™: CHF35.58 vs. price of CHF31.61 (11.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 107.1% above the Packaging & Containers median (#97 of 110)
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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