
Why are Kraftliner - US East Prices so high?
30-09-2026 - The current market analysis reveals a downward pressure on raw material prices, as indicated by the forecast. This trend is largely influenced by Flows data, with Seaborne Imports & Exports showing a notable impact of -2.0 $/t. All data categories, including Demand and Technical, corroborate this downward trend.
A recent report from Fastmarkets, dated November 27, 2023, highlights a $20 per ton decrease in US brown linerboard prices, marking the first decline in six months. This reduction is primarily due to companies negotiating larger volumes or securing new business at lower prices, as well as long-term volume agreements that incorporate price reductions below previous market levels. This external analysis supports the forecasted decline in kraftliner prices, further confirming the expected market trends.
Overall, the alignment between the forecast and external reports suggests a consistent downward trajectory in raw material prices, driven by both market dynamics and strategic pricing agreements.
A recent report from Fastmarkets, dated November 27, 2023, highlights a $20 per ton decrease in US brown linerboard prices, marking the first decline in six months. This reduction is primarily due to companies negotiating larger volumes or securing new business at lower prices, as well as long-term volume agreements that incorporate price reductions below previous market levels. This external analysis supports the forecasted decline in kraftliner prices, further confirming the expected market trends.
Overall, the alignment between the forecast and external reports suggests a consistent downward trajectory in raw material prices, driven by both market dynamics and strategic pricing agreements.
What is the current / spot price of Kraftliner - US East?
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What is the forecast for the price of Kraftliner - US East?
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What are the short-term drivers of Kraftliner - US East prices?
Over the 1 Month horizon the outlook is moderately bearish due to drivers such as: - Short term price trends - Paper Products exports from Brazil - Wood Pulp exports from Brazil Br(None) The top contrary drivers for the 1 Month horizon are: - Long term price trends - Wood Pulp imports to Turkey
What are the long-term drivers of Kraftliner - US East prices?
Over the 1 Year horizon the outlook is bearish due to drivers such as: - Long term price trends - EWMA-based technical analysis - Movements in the Chinese Yuan - Seasonality trends for the prediction week of year Br(None) The top contrary drivers for the 1 Year horizon are: - Short term price trends
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