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Case Title:
International Paper: John Faraci's Restructuring Strategies
Publication Year : 2005
Authors: R.Muthu Kumar, Sumit Kumar Chaudhuri
Industry: Paper
Region:USA
Case Code: RTS0042
Teaching Note: Not Available
Structured Assignment: Not Available
Abstract:
New York-based International Paper is the world's largest paper, and forest products company and is the world's second largest private landowner. However, since the early 21 st century, it has been witnessing weaker demand, falling prices and its debts have increased. Despite many revival initiatives, in 2004, it incurred a loss of $35 million. In July 2005, John Faraci, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of International Paper announced a broad restructuring plan to boost profits and reduce debts by focusing on core businesses.
Pedagogical Objectives:
- To discuss the restructuring strategies adopted by John Faraci to revive the loss making international paper.
Keywords : International Paper; European and US economy; US dollar decline; Consumer demand; Restructuring plan; Troubled times; Competition; Restructuring / Turnaround Strategies Case Study; Competitive advantage; High material cost; Diversification; Mergers and acquisitions; Fluctuated income; Product innovations; Future of International Paper; John Faraci
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