International Paper (IP) - Total Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, International Paper (IP) holds total assets worth $36.43 Billion USD as of March 2026. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. Check total reinvestment intensity of International Paper to assess the company's total reinvestment commitment from operating cash flow.
International Paper - Total Assets Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how International Paper's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore IP strategic capital deployment ratio to see how much of total assets are deployed in long-term investments.
International Paper - Asset Composition Analysis
Current Asset Composition (December 2025)
International Paper's total assets of $36.43 Billion consist of 26.6% current assets and 73.4% non-current assets.
| Asset Category | Amount (USD) | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $1.15 Billion | 3.0% |
| Accounts Receivable | $4.43 Billion | 11.7% |
| Inventory | $2.01 Billion | 5.3% |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $15.14 Billion | 39.9% |
| Intangible Assets | $4.04 Billion | 10.7% |
| Goodwill | $5.33 Billion | 14.0% |
Asset Composition Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how International Paper's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see International Paper (IP) market capitalisation.
Key Asset Composition Facts
- Current vs. Non-Current Assets: International Paper's current assets represent 26.6% of total assets in 2025, an increase from 18.3% in 1985.
- Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 3.0% of total assets in 2025, down from 4.5% in 1985.
- Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 24.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1985.
- Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is property, plant & equipment at 39.9% of total assets.
International Paper Competitors by Total Assets
Key competitors of International Paper based on total assets are shown below.
| Company | Country | Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
|
Packaging Corp of America
NYSE:PKG
|
USA | $667.80 Million |
|
Ardagh Metal Packaging SA
NYSE:AMBP
|
USA | $5.46 Billion |
|
Zhejiang Zhongcheng Packing Material Co Ltd
SHE:002522
|
China | CN¥3.54 Billion |
|
Shanghai Zijiang Enterprise Group Co Ltd
SHG:600210
|
China | CN¥13.29 Billion |
|
Zhuhai Zhongfu Enterprise Co Ltd
SHE:000659
|
China | CN¥1.85 Billion |
|
Nampak
JSE:NPK
|
South Africa | ZAC10.99 Billion |
|
Bak Ambalaj Sanayi ve Ticaret AS
IS:BAKAB
|
Turkey | TL4.43 Billion |
|
Berlina Tbk
JK:BRNA
|
Indonesia | Rp2.25 Trillion |
International Paper - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis
Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.
Key Liquidity Metrics
| Metric | Current | 1 Year Ago | 5 Years Ago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.21 | 1.33 | 1.42 |
| Quick Ratio | 0.94 | 0.96 | 1.20 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.00 | 0.17 | 0.08 |
| Working Capital | $1.51 Billion | $2.30 Billion | $3.59 Billion |
International Paper - Advanced Valuation Insights
This section examines the relationship between International Paper's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.
Key Valuation Metrics
| Current Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.20 |
| Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio | 0.46 |
| Asset Growth Rate (YoY) | 66.5% |
| Total Assets | $37.96 Billion |
| Market Capitalization | $17.49 Billion USD |
Valuation Analysis
Below Book Valuation: The market values International Paper's assets below their book value (0.46x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.
Rapid Asset Growth: International Paper's assets grew by 66.5% over the past year, indicating significant expansion of the company's resource base.
Annual Total Assets for International Paper (1985–2025)
The table below shows the annual total assets of International Paper from 1985 to 2025.
| Year | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $37.96 Billion | +66.51% |
| 2024-12-31 | $22.80 Billion | -1.98% |
| 2023-12-31 | $23.26 Billion | -2.84% |
| 2022-12-31 | $23.94 Billion | -5.16% |
| 2021-12-31 | $25.24 Billion | -20.41% |
| 2020-12-31 | $31.72 Billion | -5.24% |
| 2019-12-31 | $33.47 Billion | -0.31% |
| 2018-12-31 | $33.58 Billion | -0.96% |
| 2017-12-31 | $33.90 Billion | +2.45% |
| 2016-12-31 | $33.09 Billion | +8.06% |
| 2015-12-31 | $30.62 Billion | +6.76% |
| 2014-12-31 | $28.68 Billion | -9.02% |
| 2013-12-31 | $31.53 Billion | -1.94% |
| 2012-12-31 | $32.15 Billion | +19.01% |
| 2011-12-31 | $27.02 Billion | +6.50% |
| 2010-12-31 | $25.37 Billion | -0.70% |
| 2009-12-31 | $25.55 Billion | -5.07% |
| 2008-12-31 | $26.91 Billion | +11.40% |
| 2007-12-31 | $24.16 Billion | +0.52% |
| 2006-12-31 | $24.03 Billion | -16.46% |
| 2005-12-31 | $28.77 Billion | -15.92% |
| 2004-12-31 | $34.22 Billion | -3.68% |
| 2003-12-31 | $35.52 Billion | +5.13% |
| 2002-12-31 | $33.79 Billion | -9.06% |
| 2001-12-31 | $37.16 Billion | -11.76% |
| 2000-12-31 | $42.11 Billion | +39.12% |
| 1999-12-31 | $30.27 Billion | +14.84% |
| 1998-12-31 | $26.36 Billion | -1.49% |
| 1997-12-31 | $26.75 Billion | -5.30% |
| 1996-12-31 | $28.25 Billion | +17.83% |
| 1995-12-31 | $23.98 Billion | +34.43% |
| 1994-12-31 | $17.84 Billion | +7.25% |
| 1993-12-31 | $16.63 Billion | +1.05% |
| 1992-12-31 | $16.46 Billion | +10.16% |
| 1991-12-31 | $14.94 Billion | +9.31% |
| 1990-12-31 | $13.67 Billion | +18.02% |
| 1989-12-31 | $11.58 Billion | +22.41% |
| 1988-12-31 | $9.46 Billion | +8.63% |
| 1987-12-31 | $8.71 Billion | +10.98% |
| 1986-12-31 | $7.85 Billion | +29.96% |
| 1985-12-31 | $6.04 Billion | -- |
About International Paper
International Paper Company 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 contai… Read more