So far 2014 has been a pretty good year for market pulp producers despite weak pricing that has plagued hardwood grades much of the year. However there are signs that even that problem might be turning in the favor of producers as an excess of hardwood supply appears to be coming more in balance with demand. A combination of higher shipments, strong pricing for softwood grades and modest cost increases for most major inputs, particularly recently, have resulted in improved sales and profits for many companies although results vary.
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