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There are growing opportunities in the global kraft paper markets because of rising e-commerce demand and other end uses preferring paper over plastic for environmental reasons.
However, markets vary widely by region, with different use patterns and outlooks by subgrade.
This analysis delves into the details of each market and provides insights into opportunities for growth. It also provides an outlook for the market balance as companies consider capacity expansion and conversion.
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Fastmarkets has deleted monthly averages for January PIX Indices that were published in error on the Fastmarkets Dashboard on Wednesday January 7. Individual indices published the same day were unaffected and remain valid.
Fastmarkets invited feedback from the industry on the pricing methodology for Latin America Packaging Paper and Board, via an open consultation process between November 12 and December 29, 2025. This consultation was done as part of our published annual methodology review process.
Fastmarkets invited feedback from the industry on the pricing methodology for Latin America Graphic Paper, via an open consultation process between November 12 and December 29, 2025. This consultation was done as part of our published annual methodology review process.
Fastmarkets invited feedback from the industry on the pricing methodology for Latin America Recovered Paper, via an open consultation process between November 12 and December 29, 2025. This consultation was done as part of our published annual methodology review process.
The publication of Fastmarkets’ cedar lumber assessments for Tuesday December 23 was earlier than scheduled because of a time zone publication error.
The European sawn timber industry is undergoing notable changes, with major firms restructuring and distributors facing financial strain amid weak market demand and rising costs. The sector faces both fresh challenges and emerging opportunities as it approaches 2026.
Explore 2026 industry shifts as Brazil’s protein boom and Mexico’s evolving trade reshape pulp, paper, and packaging dynamics.
As the year draws to a close, GCC mills are strategically trimming containerboard inventories, anticipating a swift rebound in demand following New Year celebrations and the onset of Ramadan preparations.
Fastmarkets launches assessments for western S-P-F #2&btr 2×4-2×12 delivered Vancouver and delivered Calgary, western S-P-F MSR 1650f and 2100f 2×4 and 2×6 delivered Vancouver, eastern S-P-F #1&2 2×4 and 2×6 8’-16’ specified lengths delivered Montreal, eastern S-P-F MSR 1650f and 2100f 2×4 delivered Toronto, and 1650f 2×6 delivered Toronto on Thursday December 18, 2025.
Brazil pulp industry and Brazil forest carbon are at a critical intersection, where commercial timber production meets climate-focused land management. This article explores how Brazil balances the demands of its thriving wood pulp sector with the expansion of forest carbon initiatives, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that shape its sustainable future. Read on for the […]