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International Paper Company is projected to rise to $46.96 by 2027, a +24% move from its current price of $37.93. IP is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/12/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14 | $37.19 | $37.95 | $38.72 | +0.04% |
| Jul 15 | $36.89 | $37.96 | $39.07 | +0.09% |
| Jul 16 | $36.67 | $37.98 | $39.34 | +0.13% |
| Jul 17 | $36.49 | $38.00 | $39.57 | +0.18% |
| Jul 18 | $36.33 | $38.02 | $39.78 | +0.22% |
| Jul 19 | $36.19 | $38.03 | $39.97 | +0.27% |
| Jul 20 | $36.06 | $38.05 | $40.15 | +0.32% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $36.06 | $38.05 | $40.15 | +0.32% |
| Week 2 | $35.38 | $38.17 | $41.18 | +0.63% |
| Week 3 | $34.89 | $38.29 | $42.02 | +0.95% |
| Week 4 | $34.50 | $38.41 | $42.76 | +1.27% |
| Week 5 | $34.18 | $38.53 | $43.44 | +1.59% |
| Week 6 | $33.89 | $38.65 | $44.08 | +1.91% |
| Week 7 | $33.64 | $38.77 | $44.69 | +2.23% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
International Paper Company (IP) is a consumer cyclical company that produces and sells renewable fiber-based packaging in North America, Latin America, Europe, South America, and North Africa. It operates through two segments, Packaging Solutions North America and Packaging Solutions EMEA. The company offers linerboard, medium, whitetop, and saturating kraft; and converts containerboard into corrugated boxes, bulk bins, shipping containers and specialty packaging through its converting facilities.
Its products support customers in various industries, such as food and beverage, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, personal care pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.
The description reflects IP’s role as a diversified producer in renewable fiber-based packaging with operations across multiple regions and a broad product set serving varied industries. It also notes the two regional segments and the company’s long-standing presence since its founding in 1898.
International Paper Company trades as IP, a consumer cyclical stock with a current price of $39.02 and a market cap of $20.66B. It ranks 586 in overall market size. The latest forecasts imply a rising price trajectory over the coming years, with a neutral stance in 2026 and bullish momentum from 2027 onward.
In 2030 the average forecast price is $53.75, and by 2050 the average forecast price reaches $209.65, with a max of $373.17, illustrating a long-run upside under the forecast assumptions.
Overall, IP is positioned as a mid-cap name with a near-term neutral view and a multi-year bullish trajectory according to the provided forecast series.
A major floor 23.3% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 16.0% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
Price is pressing into resistance (2.9% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 14.5% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key IP support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of IP market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $37.66 | Buy | $37.68 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $38.05 | Sell | $37.68 | Buy |
| MA 20 | $37.39 | Buy | $37.04 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $34.35 | Buy | $35.92 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $36.26 | Buy | $36.63 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $39.16 | Sell | $39.04 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 57.99 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 35.71 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | 35.61 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -44.31 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.18 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | 3.75 | Buy |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.62 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 55.69 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | 0.51 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 2.09 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 52.49 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -1.09 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 40.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 37.04 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 20.84 | Buy |
| ATR (14) | 0.65 | Info |
The sentiment is BULLISH with RSI14 at 70, indicating potential near-term strength. The stock trades with a resistance at $39.02 and a support at $29.38, and its 30-day range runs from a low of $33.19 to a high of $45.88. The SMA50 stands at $33.70 while the SMA200 sits at $39.57, guiding near-term momentum and trend context.
These technicals frame a near-term setup where price could challenge resistance around $39.02, with a floor near $29.38 and recent activity contained within the 30-day range of $33.19 to $45.88.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $29.38 | $37.93 | $49.80 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $38.28 | $46.96 | $60.36 | +24% | Bullish | |
| $39.25 | $49.13 | $64.97 | +30% | Bullish | |
| $42.24 | $53.76 | $72.71 | +42% | Bullish | |
| $42.72 | $55.16 | $76.04 | +45% | Bullish | |
| $44.48 | $58.20 | $81.58 | +53% | Bullish | |
| $52.05 | $68.95 | $98.10 | +82% | Bullish | |
| $56.38 | $75.54 | $108.96 | +99% | Bullish | |
| $61.80 | $83.69 | $122.26 | +121% | Bullish | |
| $68.26 | $93.39 | $138.04 | +146% | Bullish | |
| $91.96 | $131.74 | $204.62 | +247% | Bullish | |
| $150.87 | $233.42 | $390.09 | +515% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $29.38 | $37.93 | $45.23 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $33.52 | $39.30 | $47.10 | +3.60% |
| September 2026 | $33.54 | $39.52 | $47.76 | +0.56% |
| October 2026 | $32.83 | $38.85 | $47.29 | -1.68% |
| November 2026 | $33.09 | $39.30 | $48.12 | +1.16% |
| December 2026 | $33.93 | $40.45 | $49.80 | +2.92% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month IP forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
The IP price prediction for 2026 points to an average of $37.93 (low $29.38, high $49.80) — a potential gain of 0% on today's $37.93. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2027, IP is projected to trade between $38.28 and $60.36, averaging $46.96 — a potential gain of +24% from today's $37.93. That is up +24% on the projected 2026 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
International Paper Company's 2028 outlook centres on $49.13, within a $39.25 to $64.97 range. That is up +5% on the projected 2027 average. That marks a +30% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2029, IP could reach as high as $72.71, with a base case around $53.76 and support toward $42.24 — roughly +42% from $37.93. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect IP to range from $42.72 to $76.04 through 2030. The $55.16 average target implies a +45% move from current prices. That is up +3% on the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The IP price prediction for 2031 points to an average of $58.20 (low $44.48, high $81.58) — a potential gain of +53% on today's $37.93. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2032, IP is projected to trade between $52.05 and $98.10, averaging $68.95 — a potential gain of +82% from today's $37.93. That is up +18% on the projected 2031 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
International Paper Company's 2033 outlook centres on $75.54, within a $56.38 to $108.96 range. That is up +10% on the projected 2032 average. That marks a +99% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2034, IP could reach as high as $122.26, with a base case around $83.69 and support toward $61.80 — roughly +121% from $37.93. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect IP to range from $68.26 to $138.04 through 2035. The $93.39 average target implies a +146% move from current prices. That is up +12% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The IP price prediction for 2040 points to an average of $131.74 (low $91.96, high $204.62) — a potential gain of +247% on today's $37.93. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2050, IP is projected to trade between $150.87 and $390.09, averaging $233.42 — a potential gain of +515% from today's $37.93. That is up +77% on the projected 2040 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in IP today (≈ 26.364355 IP) could be worth
$6,153.87
+$5,153.87 (+515%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected IP price of $233.42 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in IPwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in IP on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 19.080328 IP) would be worth
$723.72
-$276.28 (-27.6%) today · 0.72× · US Dollar
Based on a IP entry price of $52.41 vs. today's $37.93.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $38.79 | $977.83 | -2.2% |
| 1 month ago | $31.85 | $1,190.89 | +19.1% |
| 3 months ago | $36.5 | $1,039.18 | +3.9% |
| 6 months ago | $42.36 | $895.42 | -10.5% |
| 1 year ago | $52.41 | $723.72 | -27.6% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $58.19 | $651.82 | -34.8% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our IP forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $76.00 around 2034.
Implied market cap at $76.00: $40.24B
Over the multi-year horizon, the forecast shows a bullish path for IP. The 2026 forecast is min $29.38, avg $39.02, max $51.98 with a 0 ROI and a neutral sentiment; by 2027 the avg rises to $47.94 (ROI 22.9) and the sentiment is bullish, with further upside through 2030 (avg $53.75, ROI 37.8) and into 2040 (avg $122.98, ROI 215.2) and 2050 (avg $209.65, ROI 437.3). The forecast also lists higher-year max values, culminating in $373.17 by 2050.
These are estimates and not guarantees; actual results will depend on market conditions and company performance.
In long-run terms, IP could see meaningful upside with the 2030, 2040 and 2050 anchors illustrating a rising price path and expanding ROI, while the 2026 baseline remains neutral. The highlighted years show progressively higher average prices and higher potential returns, but investors should consider the inherent uncertainty of forecasts.
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Avg $53.75, min $40.51, max $76.65, ROI 37.8, sentiment BULLISH.
Forecast shows a neutral stance in 2026 with avg $39.02 and a bullish outlook from 2027 onward, with avg prices rising to $53.75 by 2030 and to $209.65 by 2050; ROI rises from 0 to 437.3.
Yes. The forecast includes a max of $107.46 in 2033 and $123.29 in 2034, indicating IP could surpass $100 in its trajectory.
Current price is $39.02.
Market cap $20.66B.
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