We at Paper.com forecast paper costs will continue advance throughout 2008. There are a few reasons for this, first, many producers have shuttered inefficient equipment and have simply taken capacity out of the market. Also, imported paper into the USA, because of the depressed dollar, has declined. It is true that overall consumption is also down, but not nearly at the same rate as the reduction of supply. Demand for paper has decreased approximately 2% a year while supply has been reduced 6%. Prices are also increasing because of the raising prices of raw material, that is, fiber, energy, labor, chemicals, and freight.
Paper prices could increase in 2008 by as much as 25% for coated papers and 20% for uncoated. This on top of increased postage for those who must mail printed promotions. A few thoughts to save on paper include purchasing paper from a website such as Paper.com – with over 40,000 different papers; purchase in bulk – the site often offers quantity discounts – if you do not see it, ask; adjust the size of your piece – uncommon sizes create waste; ask for value alternatives – a more reasonably priced paper may ‘do the trick’. Sites such as Paper.com have expert paper customer service, - call 888-Papergreat – they are available to assist you.
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