International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) Interest Expense: CHF-506 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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What is International Paper Co Interest Expense?

International Paper Co XSWX:IP +2.61% 63 Interest Expense is CHF-506 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:IP with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF34.97. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. International Paper Co's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF -104 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-506 Mil.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income(EBIT) by its Interest Expense. International Paper Co's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF 137 Mil. International Paper Co's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF -104 Mil. International Paper Co's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.32. The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is. Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

International Paper Co  (XSWX:IP) Interest Expense Explanation

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense. The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

International Paper Co's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-104 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF137 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF6,790 Mil.

International Paper Co's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Interest Coverage=-1* Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*136.99/-103.924
=1.32

* 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.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

International Paper Co Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Interest Expense 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 Interest Expense Chart

International Paper Co Annual Data
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International Paper Co Quarterly Data
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International Paper Co Interest Expense Calculation

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money.

Interest Expense 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-506 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Interest Expense →
What does a Interest Expense of CHF-506 Mil mean?
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) has a Interest Expense of CHF-506 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors.
Is International Paper Co's Interest Expense too high?
International Paper Co's current Interest Expense is CHF-506 Mil. 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 Interest Expense compare to AMCR and PKG?
International Paper Co's Interest Expense of CHF-506 Mil can be compared against companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Interest Expense for a Packaging & Containers company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Packaging & Containers industry context. However, Interest Expense 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 Interest Expense mean?
A high Interest Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. International Paper Co's current Interest Expense is CHF-506 Mil. 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 Interest Expense of CHF-506 Mil. 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 Interest Expense is CHF-506 Mil. 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 Interest Expense calculated?
Interest Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current Interest Expense is CHF-506 Mil 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 (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:

  • Interest Expense: CHF-506 Mil
  • GF Value™: CHF34.97 vs. price of CHF30.68 (12.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs

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 Co Business Description

Address 6400 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN, USA, 38197
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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