International Paper Trading Volume Plummets 35.44 Percent to 169th Position

On March 26, 2025, International Paper (IP) experienced a significant decline in trading volume, with a total of $496 million in shares traded, marking a 35.44% decrease from the previous day. This placed IP at the 169th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of IP also decreased by 1.51%.

International Paper has outlined its strategic vision for 2027, aiming to achieve sales between $26 billion and $28 billion. The company projects $27 billion in sales for the current year and has set a goal to deliver $6 billion in adjusted earnings. This vision includes a focus on specific geographies, customers, and products to drive above-market growth.

In addition to its sales targets, International Paper has set performance goals for 2027, including net sales of $26 billion to $28 billion and free cash flow of $2.0 billion to $2.5 billion. These targets are designed to exceed market expectations and reflect the company's commitment to growth and financial performance.

The acquisition of DS Smith is expected to significantly contribute to International Paper's financial performance. The deal is anticipated to add $1.1 billion to the company's near-term EBITDA and generate synergies of $600 million to $700 million by 2027. This acquisition is part of International Paper's strategy to enhance its market position and drive long-term growth.