International Paper rises after spinoff announcement

International Paper Co

29/01/2026 13:04

** Packaging company International Paper's IP.N shares rise nearly 3% to $42.73 premarket

** Co announces plan to split into two publicly traded companies by spinning off European packaging business

** Separation expected to be completed in 12-15 months

** Co's quarterly sales of $6 billion beat estimates - data compiled by LSEG

** In 2025, IP was down about 26%

 (Reporting by Angela Christy M in Bengaluru)

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