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Sign InAmid a period of strategic acquisitions and operational adjustments, International Paper released its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The company reported net sales of $6.00 billion, and while it achieved adjusted EBITDA of $587 million, it recorded a $12 million loss from continuing operations. These results highlight the company's ability to generate robust cash flow, with net cash provided by operating activities reaching $526 million for the quarter.
The financial data reflects the impact of ongoing structural changes, as the company set an ambitious full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA target between $3.20 billion and $3.40 billion. Per market data, the stock IP closed at $42.64 (close July 29, 2026), having reached a day high of $43.62, suggesting investors are weighing current operating losses against a positive forward-looking trajectory.
Looking ahead, the company targets adjusted EBITDA between $780 million and $830 million for the third quarter of 2026. With IP shares at $42.64 (close July 29, 2026), traders will be watching for the company's ability to meet its elevated annual guidance, particularly as global interest rate environments stabilize following recent central bank decisions.