International Paper Eyes A Global Growth Story—Can Smart Pricing & Strategic Expansion Pay Off in 2025? 

International Paper, during its first quarter of 2025 earnings call, presented a mixed performance impacted by both internal strategic initiatives and external market conditions. Their transformation efforts, spearheaded by CEO Andy Silvernail, have focused on an 80/20 approach, striving for significant operational improvements and cost reductions. There’s an emphasis on serving the top 80% of their customers by aligning resources and investments with customer segments that drive the most value. This strategy is also aimed at driving commercial excellence and cost efficiencies.