In 2023, imports of graphic paper and paperboard with mechanical fibers exceeding 10% to Italy stood at a substantial volume. The forecast data present a downward trend from 2024's 292.74 million kilograms to 2028's 258.65 million kilograms. Observing the year-on-year change: 2025 shows a decline of approximately 2.96%, 2026 a decline of 3.02%, 2027 a decline of 3.08%, and 2028 a decline of 3.14%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years approximates a decline of 3.05% annually.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Substitutions by digital and electronic media impacting demand.
- Potential environmental regulations affecting paper imports.
- Economic conditions that could influence the cost or need for import adjustments.
