Wednesday, May 30, 2007

Some Paper markets are showing signs of a rebound in demand.

Demand in most markets has fallen from last year’s figures. The supply reductions from shuttered equipment and a weak US Dollar have held pricing relatively steady for Printing and Writing grades.
Virtually all corrugated box producers are reporting stronger volumes. Demand is strong in most offshore markets, particularly in Asian and Europe. Strong overseas demand coupled with a weak US dollar is clearly assisting many domestic paper mills

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