The forecast for imports of graphic paper and paperboard to Italy indicates a steady growth from 2024 to 2028, with values rising from 77.595 million kilograms in 2024 to 88.868 million kilograms in 2028. Compared to 2023, this reflects a consistent increase in demand. Between 2024 and 2025, there is a year-on-year increase of 3.69%, followed by 3.51% from 2025 to 2026, 3.37% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.22% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) predicts an average annual growth of slightly above 3% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include changes in digitalization rates, environmental regulations impacting paper usage, and technological improvements in recycling processes that could affect demand. Monitoring these factors can help anticipate shifts in the import needs of graphic paper and paperboard in Italy.
