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MEMPHIS - International Paper (NYSE:IP; LSE:IPC) announced Tuesday it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share on its common stock for the period from July 1 to September 30, 2025. The company has maintained dividend payments for 55 consecutive years, with a current yield of 3.6%, according to InvestingPro data.
The dividend will be payable on September 16, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 15, 2025, according to a company press release.
The packaging solutions provider also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share on its cumulative $4.00 preferred stock for the same period, with identical payment and record dates as the common stock dividend.
International Paper, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with EMEA headquarters in London, employs more than 65,000 team members across operations in over 30 countries. The company reported net sales of $18.6 billion for 2024.
Earlier this year, International Paper completed its acquisition of DS Smith, creating what the company describes as an industry leader focused on the North American and EMEA regions. Analysts maintain a moderate buy consensus on the stock, with price targets ranging from $41.60 to $65.00 per share. Get comprehensive analysis and 7 additional exclusive ProTips for IP through InvestingPro’s detailed research reports.
In other recent news, International Paper has completed the sale of five European corrugated packaging plants to Germany’s PALM Group. This divestiture was part of regulatory requirements linked to its acquisition of DS Smith Plc. The facilities involved are located in France, Portugal, and Spain. Additionally, International Paper is making strategic changes to its North American operations, including exiting the molded fiber business and converting its Reno, Nevada facility to support packaging operations. The company will also close its Marion, Ohio packaging facility and Wichita, Kansas recycling facility, impacting 134 positions.
In another development, International Paper is exploring the possibility of establishing a new sustainable packaging facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. This initiative is part of its strategic growth plans to enhance its manufacturing capabilities in the United States. On the analyst front, UBS has initiated coverage on International Paper with a Buy rating and a price target of $60.00, citing the company’s growth potential in the paper packaging sector. UBS analysts project approximately 50% EBITDA growth from 2025 to 2027, suggesting potential for stock re-rating. Meanwhile, Truist Financial Corporation reported rising containerboard prices in Italy and Spain, reflecting ongoing trends in the paper market.
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