International Paper Hits New 12-Month Low

Shares of the paper and packaging company reach a new one-year low amid market volatility.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 8:19pm

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Shares of International Paper Company (NYSE:IP) reached a new 52-week low of $35.45 during trading on Thursday. The stock closed at $35.52, down from the previous close of $38.66, with a trading volume of over 4.7 million shares. The drop in share price comes as analysts have adjusted their price targets for the company.

Why it matters

International Paper is one of the largest paper and packaging companies in the world, so its stock performance is closely watched as an indicator of broader industry trends. The new 52-week low raises concerns about the company's financial health and the challenges facing the paper and packaging sector.

The details

Several brokerages have weighed in on International Paper's stock, with some analysts increasing their price targets while others have lowered them. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased its price target from $45 to $48, while Stifel Nicolaus dropped its target from $51.80 to $50.70. The company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.60, and it has a quick ratio of 1.02 and a current ratio of 1.28.

  • Shares of International Paper reached a new 52-week low of $35.45 on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

The players

International Paper Company

A global producer of renewable fiber-based products, focused primarily on pulp, paper, and packaging.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

A multinational investment bank and financial services company that has increased its price target for International Paper.

Stifel Nicolaus

A financial services firm that has lowered its price target for International Paper.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

The new 52-week low for International Paper's stock price reflects the ongoing challenges facing the paper and packaging industry, including market volatility and shifting consumer preferences. As a major player in the sector, International Paper's performance will continue to be closely watched by investors and analysts alike.