MEMPHIS, Tenn., Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andy Silvernail will speak at the Citi 2024 Basic Materials Conference on December 4, 2024. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Eastern time and will be followed by a question-and-answer session.

All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company's website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations.  A replay of the webcast will be available on the website approximately three hours after the presentation.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today announced the decision to review strategic options for its global cellulose fibers (GCF) business. The decision to explore alternatives for the GCF business is consistent with the Company's strategy to focus on sustainable packaging solutions.

IP's GCF business creates safe, high-quality absorbent pulp for a wide range of applications like feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, its specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in textiles, construction materials, paints, coatings and more. The GCF business generated $2.9B in revenue in 2023 and has operations in three countries, with eight mills and two converting facilities.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today reported third quarter 2024 financial results.

THIRD QUARTER 2024 HIGHLIGHTS

"Our third quarter earnings are above our outlook," said Chairman and CEO Andy Silvernail. "Higher prices across the portfolio, including benefits from our packaging go-to-market strategy were supported by a moderately improving box demand environment. We also had higher operating costs and lower volumes due to seasonality and commercial actions to improve profitability."

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper Chief Executive Officer Andy Silvernail will speak at the Baird 2024 Global Industrial Conference on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time and will be followed by a question and answer session.

All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company's website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations.  A replay of the webcast will be available on the website approximately three hours after the presentation.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) will release third-quarter 2024 earnings on October 31, 2024, before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange.

The company will host a webcast to discuss earnings and current market conditions, beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company's website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations. A replay of the webcast will also be on the website beginning approximately two hours after the call.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, inclusive, on the common stock, par value $1.00, of the Company, payable on December 16, 2024, to holders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2024.

Today, the company also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share for the period from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, inclusive, on the cumulative $4.00 preferred stock of the Company, payable on December 16, 2024, to holders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2024.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) is pleased to announce today that it received the necessary shareholder approval for its pending acquisition of DS Smith (LSE: DSS), (the "Combination"). Earlier this week, DS Smith also received the necessary shareholder approval for the Combination.

International Paper will report the final vote results of the special shareholder meeting in a Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). International Paper and DS Smith continue to expect the Combination to close late in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to regulatory clearance and other customary closing conditions.

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:

International Paper Company (NYSE: IP)'s merger with DS Smith Plc. Per the terms of the proposed transaction, International Paper will issue 0.1285 shares for each DS Smith share, resulting in International Paper shareholders owning approximately 66.3% of the combined company. If you are an International Paper shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.  

IP's Board of Directors Recommends IP Shareholders Vote "FOR" the Proposal

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP, "IP") today announced that it has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A (including any amendments and supplements thereto, the "Definitive Proxy Statement") in connection with its pending acquisition of DS Smith Plc (LSE: DSS, "DS Smith") (the "Combination").

NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:

Cepton, Inc. (NASDAQ: CPTN)'s sale to KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. for $3.17 per share in cash. If you are a Cepton shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.

CEO Andy Silvernail elected Chairman of the Board of DirectorsMark Sutton to retire from the Board of Directors September 30, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today announced that its board of directors elected Andy Silvernail as Chairman of the International Paper Board of Directors in addition to his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 1, 2024.  Mark Sutton, who has continued to serve in the role of Chairman of the Board since retiring as CEO in May, will retire from the Board on September 30, 2024.

NEW YORK, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuehn Law, PLLC, a shareholder litigation law firm, is investigating potential claims related to the below-listed proposed mergers.  Kuehn Law may seek additional disclosures or other relief on behalf of the shareholders of these companies. 

Kuehn Law is investigating whether the Boards of the below companies 1) acted to maximize shareholder value, 2) failed to disclose material information, and 3) conducted a fair process: 

NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:

Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPR)'s sale to The Boeing Company. If you are a Spirit shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.

Tom Hamic named Executive Vice President and President of North American Packaging Solutions

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, International Paper (NYSE:IP) announced its Board of Directors elected Tom Hamic to a newly created role: Executive Vice President and President of North American Packaging Solutions, reporting to CEO Andy Silvernail. Effective September 1, Hamic will be responsible for leading the company's Container and Containerboard businesses in North America.

Senior Vice President Tom Plath to leave company at end of year

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE:IP) announced today that Tom Plath, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Corporate Affairs, will leave the company at the end of the year.

During his 33-year career with IP, Plath has served in a number of roles in HR, operations, marketing and general management. He was named an officer in 2013 and was elected senior vice president in 2017. His role was expanded in 2023 to SVP, human resources and corporate affairs, with responsibilities for human resources, aviation, real estate, communications, sustainability and government relations.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper Chief Executive Officer Andy Silvernail will speak at Jefferies 2024 Industrials Conference on September 4, 2024. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8:05 a.m. eastern time and will be followed by a question and answer session.

All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company's website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website approximately three hours after the presentation.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today reported second quarter 2024 financial results.

SECOND QUARTER 2024 HIGHLIGHTS

MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024, inclusive, on the common stock, par value $1.00, of the Company, payable on September 16, 2024 to holders of record at the close of business on August 15, 2024.

Today, the company also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share for the period from July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024, inclusive, on the cumulative $4.00 preferred stock of the Company, payable on September 16, 2024 to holders of record at the close of business on August 15, 2024.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper (NYSE: IP) will release second-quarter 2024 earnings on July 24, 2024, before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange.

The company will host a webcast to discuss earnings and current market conditions, beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company's website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations. A replay of the webcast will also be on the website beginning approximately two hours after the call.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The boards of International Paper Company ("International Paper") and DS Smith Plc ("DS Smith") are pleased to announce the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (the "HSR Act") for the proposed combination of DS Smith with International Paper. This is an important step in the consummation of the proposed combination as the expiration removes the HSR Act's bar to closing. Completion of the Combination remains subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the remaining Conditions, including regulatory clearance being received from the European Commission and the sanctioning of the Scheme by the Court. International Paper and DS Smith still expect the Scheme to become effective in the fourth quarter of 2024.