Latin American paper markets: Impact of the volatility in demand in the region

Read the full data story with analysis on how demand volatility in Latin America has impacted the region's paper markets.

In this data story, Latin America pulp and paper economist, Rafael Barisauskas, analyses the impact of demand volatility across Latin America on the region’s paper market.

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