International Paper CoXSWX:IP +2.61%63 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.86% as of Mar. 2026, which is 77% below its 10-year median of 3.67. 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 401 Packaging & Containers companies, International Paper Co ranks worse than 93.52% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. International Paper Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF189 Mil. International Paper Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF22,053 Mil. Therefore, International Paper Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.86%.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:IP'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -14.56 Med: 3.67 Max: 7.24
Current: -11.62
During the past 13 years, International Paper Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 7.24%. The lowest was -14.56%. And the median was 3.67%.
XSWX:IP's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 93.52% of 401
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 2.85
vs XSWX:IP: -11.62
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
International Paper Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
International Paper Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
XSWX:IP vs AMCR, PKG, BALL: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.86% mean?
International Paper Co (XSWX:IP) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.86% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. This is 77% below median its historical median of 3.67. According to the industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #375 out of 401 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 93.5%.
Is International Paper Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
International Paper Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.86% is 77% below median its 10-year median of 3.67. The Packaging & Containers industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.85. International Paper Co's value of 0.86% is 69.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #375 out of 401 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to AMCR and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, International Paper Co ranks #375 out of 401 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places International Paper Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.85. International Paper Co's value of 0.86% is 69.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.67 vs. the industry median of 2.85, International Paper Co has consistently been below 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Packaging & Containers company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Packaging & Containers companies is 2.85, based on 401 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Paper Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.86% is 69.8% below 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on International Paper Co and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Paper Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.86%, which is 77% below median its own 10-year median of 3.67. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.86%. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.86%, which is 77% below median its 10-year median of 3.67 and 69.8% below the Packaging & Containers industry median of 2.85. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Paper Co (XSWX:IP), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.86% 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:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 0.86% (77% below median its 10-year median of 3.67)
GF Value™: CHF34.97 vs. price of CHF30.68 (12.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 69.8% below the Packaging & Containers median (#375 of 401)
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.
63GF Score
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