International Paper Reports Increases in Q3 vs. Q2 Results

MEMPHIS, TN—Oct. 28, 2009—International Paper (NYSE: IP) today reported preliminary 2009 third-quarter net earnings attributable to common shareholders of $371 million ($0.87 per share) compared with $136 million ($0.32 per share) in the second quarter of 2009 and $149 million ($0.35 per share) in the third quarter of 2008. Amounts in all periods include special items.