IP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IP - International Paper Co.
$36.56
-0.33 (-0.89%)
▼
5d:
+0.47%
30d:
+16.06%
90d:
+2.81%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Strength: 7.1/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: IP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: IP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$76.17
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$47.30
22.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IP is currently trading at $36.56, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.37 to $35.73. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.7) is in line with its historical norms (14.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $34.53. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: IP has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $34.53. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: IP has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$31.37 -
$35.73
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($39.36)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.37 -
$35.73
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$31.60
Resistance Level
$34.53
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.74
Wall Street Target
$39.36
(+7.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-90.1%
Profit Margin
-13.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.7 vs 14.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$35.76
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$34.97
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$34.20
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→15)
$36.59
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 94.4%)
$195.60
(+435%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.7, Growth: 94.4%)
$123.39
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.7, Growth: 94.4%)
$104.88
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.7 to 14.7
Stabilization Target:
$39.12
(+7.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.0%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: June 23, 2026 9:17 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
7
Buys
2
Sells
+
Net
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SELL
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BUY
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BUY
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