Publication Paper Price Forecast
Our Paper Price Forecast report helps businesses make informed decisions with reliable, data-driven insights into paper pricing trends. It’s an invaluable tool for professionals in Publishing and Printing who rely on accurate pricing data to optimize purchasing and budgeting strategies.
Report Summary
EMGE publish Quarterly and Annual paper price forecasts for the following Publication Paper grades:
- Newsprint
- SC Magazine:
- LWC Magazine
- CWF Reels
- NBSK Pulp
Price index forecasts are published for these markets:
- UK (in GBP/tonne)
- Mainland Europe (in EURO/t)
- USA (in USD/t)
Note: Woodfree Paper and BEK Pulp Price Forecasts are published in the EMGE European Woodfree Forecast.
Paper Market Price Forecast Report 2026
This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the price of paper in the UK, Mainland Europe and the USA. It provides both short- and long-term forecasts, along with paper market trends for upcoming periods, including:
- Market Developments: Key local and global changes affecting paper prices today.
- Insights: Analysis and insights from a global perspective including key markets such as Germany, India and Japan.
- Supply-Demand Balance: Monitoring shifts in production capacity and demand across regions.
- Demand Growth: Covering Newsprint, SC and LWC, CWF Reels and NBSK Pulp.
- Raw Material Costs: Analysis of the cost of essential inputs like Pulp and Waste Paper.
- Impact of Regulations: How evolving regulations will affect manufacturers and necessary adaptations.
- Cost Indicators: 8 cost indicator charts covering Pulp, Waste Paper, Other Raw Materials, Energy (Elec and Gas), Transportation and Labour Costs
- Paper Pricing Charts: Historical pricing and forecasts illustrated clearly.
What factors are driving change in the Paper Market Price today?
As we look forward to the paper market throughout 2026, there are several critical factors shaping the price of paper:
- Paper Market Demand Decline: The shift to digital media continues to reduce demand for Newsprint and Magazine Papers. Ongoing capacity rationalisation with mill closures has helped to keep the market balanced.
- Raw Material Volatility: Production costs are expected to remain volatile, posing challenges for producers and buyers alike. Any spikes in costs of essentials like pulp and energy create market instability with a potential upward pressure on paper prices.
- Chinese Paper Production Overcapacity: A major driver for 2026 is likely to be the surge in production capacity from China. This oversupply is set to spill into global markets, creating fierce competition and limiting how much European producers will be able to increase prices.
- EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): The implementation of this regulation will add new layers of complexity to the market. With administrative costs expected to ripple through the supply chain, potentially adding premiums to a variety of products.
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About EMGE Paper Industry Consultants
EMGE, market leaders in paper, packaging and tissue intelligence specialize in forecasting paper prices for a variety of grades and markets. With over 80 years of combined experience in this area, you can trust our paper market reports to deliver the insights you need to stay ahead in a competitive market.
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