International Paper CoXSWX:IP +2.61%63 Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.09 as of Mar. 2026, which is 433% above its 10-year median of 0.58. 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. Among 210 Packaging & Containers companies, International Paper Co ranks worse than 476190% on this metric.
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 3.09.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of International Paper Co was 1.39. The lowest was 0.36. And the median was 0.58.
XSWX:IP's Dividend Payout Ratio is not ranked *
in the Packaging & Containers industry.
Industry Median: 0.39 * Ranked among companies with meaningful Dividend Payout Ratio only.
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of International Paper Co was 7.29%. The lowest was 2.43%. And the median was 4.31%.
During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -2.10% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 0.60% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of International Paper Co was 49.60% per year. The lowest was -31.20% per year. And the median was 0.00% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation
In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.
International Paper Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
International Paper Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Dividend Payout 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 Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
XSWX:IP vs AMCR, PKG, BALL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout 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 Dividend Payout Ratio vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
International Paper Co Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.
International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* 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 Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.09 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. This is 433% above median its historical median of 0.58. Over the past decade, International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 1.39. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 210 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry.
Is International Paper Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
International Paper Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.09 is 433% above median its 10-year median of 0.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.36 to a high of 1.39. The Packaging & Containers industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. International Paper Co's value of 3.09 is 692.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 210 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 Dividend Payout Ratio compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #999999 out of 210 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. International Paper Co's value of 3.09 is 692.3% above this benchmark. Historically, International Paper Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 1.39 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.58 vs. the industry median of 0.39, 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 Dividend Payout Ratio for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Packaging & Containers companies is 0.39, based on 210 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.09 is 692.3% 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 Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.09, which is 433% above median its own 10-year median of 0.58. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.09. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.09, which is 433% above median its 10-year median of 0.58 and 692.3% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 0.39. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.09 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:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 3.09 (433% above median its 10-year median of 0.58)
GF Value™: CHF34.97 vs. price of CHF30.68 (12.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 692.3% above the Packaging & Containers median (#999999 of 210)
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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