International Paper Enhances Employee Retirement Benefits Through Share Acquisitions

International Paper Co has announced share acquisitions in its employee savings plans, reflecting the company's efforts to provide robust retirement savings options for its employees. The transactions involve senior executives and aim to enhance employee retention and satisfaction. International Paper is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and is listed on the NYSE and LSE.

International Paper Co (IP), a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has recently announced transactions involving acquisitions of shares through its Salaried Savings Plan (SSP) and Deferred Compensation Savings Plan (DCSP) [1]. These acquisitions, conducted by senior executives, reflect the company's ongoing efforts to provide robust retirement savings options for its employees, potentially enhancing employee retention and satisfaction.

The SSP and DCSP are retirement savings plans designed to offer employees a range of investment options, including the Company Stock Fund. The SSP is a defined contribution plan where eligible employees contribute a portion of their salary through payroll deductions. The DCSP, on the other hand, is an unfunded, nonqualified defined contribution plan for highly compensated employees and senior management. Both plans allow employees to acquire units of International Paper Company common stock, which may be payable in shares of common stock or cash upon retirement or termination [2].

The transactions, which occurred on 5 August 2025, involved senior executives Clay R. Ellis and Joseph R. Saab. Ellis, a Senior Vice President - Global Cellulose Fibers, acquired 52 units of shares through the DCSP at a price of $46.11 each. Saab, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, acquired 11 units in the SSP and 308 units in the DCSP at the same price [2].

These transactions are part of International Paper's strategy to attract and retain top talent by offering attractive retirement benefits. The company's stock price has been impacted by mixed signals and weak Q2 2025 earnings, but the company remains focused on integrating its recent acquisition of DS Smith and leveraging synergies to drive future growth [3, 4].

References:
[1] TipRanks. (2025). Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. An announcement from International Paper Co ( (IP) ) is now available. [URL](https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/international-paper-announces-share-acquisitions-in-employee-savings-plans)

[2] Reuters. (2025). International Paper Company - Transaction Notification. Acquisitions of Shares Through the International Paper Company Salaried Savings Plan and the Non-Funded International Paper Company Deferred Compensation Savings Plan. [URL](https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025-08-07:newsml_RSG4723Ua:0-reg-international-paper-director-pdmr-shareholding/)

[3] TradingView. (2025). International Paper Co, a leading global producer of fiber-based packaging, pulp, and paper, has released its Form 10-Q report for the second quarter of 2025. [URL](https://www.tradingview.com/news/tradingview:109a00c6e9177:0-international-paper-co-new-sec-10-q-report/)

[4] AInvest. (2025). Stock Analysis: International Paper Outlook - Mixed Signals and Strategic Crossroads. [URL](https://www.ainvest.com/news/stock-analysis-international-paper-outlook-mixed-signals-strategic-crossroads-2508/)