The sold production of paper and paperboard in France has seen considerable fluctuations over the past decade, demonstrating varying trends. From 2013 to 2015, there was moderate growth, followed by a significant decline in 2016. After a brief recovery in 2017, the industry saw another decline, culminating in the lowest point in 2021. However, there is a noticeable slight recovery from 2022 to 2023 with values reported at 3.3938 billion kilograms in 2023.

Recent years have shown a negative trend, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -9.12% from 2018 to 2023. The forecast for the next five years projects a positive shift, with an anticipated CAGR of 2.09% and an overall growth rate of 10.88% by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing demand for sustainable and recyclable materials, potentially driving growth.
Technological advancements in production processes, leading to efficiency gains.
Shift in consumer behavior towards digital media impacting traditional paper demand.
Regulatory changes and environmental policies influencing industry practices and production volumes.