International Paper Company (IP) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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IP EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
IP Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29.5% | -11.3% | -14.1% |
| 2024 | 28.2% | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| 2023 | 20.4% | 6.3% | 1.6% |
| 2022 | 28.4% | 8.3% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | 28.6% | 7.6% | 9.0% |
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International Paper Company (IP) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, International Paper Company (IP) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$3.35B, reflecting -527.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-6.30 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -14.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, IP's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.14B in fiscal 2017.
International Paper Company is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including PKG ($773M net income, 8.6% margin), GPK ($274M net income, 5.2% margin), SON ($1.04B net income, 5.3% margin), IP has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare IP vs PKG →
IP Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
IP Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$3.52B | -731.2% | -$2.82B | $-6.71 | -14.1% | -11.3% |
| 2024 | $557M | +84.4% | $476M | $1.57 | 3.0% | 2.6% |
| 2023 | $302M | -79.9% | $1.19B | $0.87 | 1.6% | 6.3% |
| 2022 | $1.50B | -14.2% | $1.75B | $4.10 | 7.1% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | $1.75B | +661.7% | $1.47B | $4.47 | 9.0% | 7.6% |
| 2020 | $230M | -81.2% | $1.40B | $1.22 | 1.3% | 8.0% |
| 2019 | $1.23B | -39.1% | $1.74B | $2.43 | 6.7% | 9.5% |
| 2018 | $2.01B | -6.2% | $2.96B | $4.86 | 8.6% | 12.7% |
| 2017 | $2.14B | +137.2% | $2.37B | $5.13 | 9.9% | 10.9% |
| 2016 | $904M | -3.6% | $2.10B | $2.18 | 4.6% | 10.8% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying IP stock.
Is IP growing earnings?
IP EPS fell to $-6.30, with earnings declining -527.4%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-3.4B.
What are IP's profit margins?
International Paper Company net margin is -14.1%, with operating margin at -11.3%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are IP's earnings?
IP earnings data spans 1989-2025. The declining earnings trend is -527.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.