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| DATE | TYPE | RATIO |
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| 2021-10-01 | Forward | 132:125 |
| 2014-07-02 | Forward | 507:500 |
| 1995-09-18 | Forward | 2:1 |
| 1987-05-20 | Forward | 2:1 |
| 1962-11-19 | Forward | 51:50 |
International Paper, founded in 1898 and headquartered in Memphis, TN, operates globally in packaging through Industrial Packaging (containerboards) and Global Cellulose Fibers (pulp for hygiene, tissue, and industrial uses), serving end users and...
International Paper is a global leader in sustainable packaging, primarily producing corrugated boxes that protect and transport goods across industries with innovative, eco-friendly solutions.
In August 2025, International Paper announced a sweeping strategic restructuring, including the sale of its Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) division to a private equity firm for $1.5 billion. This move, part of a broader transformation to focus on sustainable packaging, was accompanied by the announcement of multiple facility closures across North America and Europe, resulting in the elimination of approximately 3,600 jobs.
In a landmark move for the industry, International Paper finalized its multi-billion dollar acquisition of UK-based DS Smith on January 31, 2025. This strategic combination creates one of the world's largest sustainable packaging companies, significantly expanding IP's footprint across Europe and solidifying its focus on the growing North American and EMEA markets. [11, 12, 18]
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