France: Pressure on corrugated case material prices, negotiations conclude on publication paper market

摘要

In 2018, participants in some market segments in France, such as woodfree papers, have faced an unexpectedly quiet second half-year. Nevertheless, if these producers have their way, another round of price hikes will start in this market in January.The trend reversal in the price of corrugated case material, which was first seen in November, consolidated in December despite relatively stable recovered paper prices. Lower prices are now being called off for nearly all grades.