IPNEUTRAL

FCF Yield

-0.8%

Updated 413h ago

Sector Performance

12th percentile

IP

-0.8%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

7.8%

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Deep Analysis

With a free cash flow (FCF) yield of -0.8%, the company is generating negative free cash flow relative to its market value—meaning it is spending more cash than it brings in, rather than producing surplus cash for investors.

This places it well below the sector median of 4.3%, and its 9th percentile rank among peers indicates it is one of the weakest performers on this metric in its industry. Both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as not available, and the trend over the last eight quarters is also not available, so there is no historical direction to assess. The combination of a negative FCF yield with no trend data suggests a potential cash-flow risk, but without a history showing deterioration or improvement, the risk is unclear. This metric directly contradicts a bullish view but does not confirm a bearish one either, so it supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by highlighting a clear weakness without evidence of worsening conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about IP?

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.

How is the FCF Yield calculated?

FCF Yield is calculated as: Free Cash Flow / Market Cap.

Who are IP's closest peers by FCF Yield?

The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FLNC (-6.3%), NCLH (-13.0%), SG (-13.6%), XEL (-13.6%), GS (-14.0%).

The Formula

Free Cash Flow / Market Cap

Why It Matters

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.

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IP

-0.8%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

7.8%

How IP's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.

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