The turnover in the Pulp and Paper and Paperboard sector in Sweden has shown a general upward trend from 2013 to 2023, with a significant dip in 2020. Starting at 100.45 billion SEK in 2013, it peaked at 131.16 billion SEK in 2021, with noticeable year-on-year growth averaging 1.74% from 2019 to 2023. However, the sector experienced a severe downturn in 2020, with a year-on-year decrease of 16.81%, likely due to economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

In 2023, the turnover stood at 134.88 billion SEK. The future forecast for the next five years from 2024 to 2028 indicates a modest growth with a five-year CAGR of 1.09%, resulting in a total growth rate of 5.55% by 2028, reaching 144.51 billion SEK.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of sustainability practices and regulations on production costs.
Technological advancements in pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
Changes in global demand and supply dynamics in response to economic fluctuations.
Increasing use of digital media and its effect on paper consumption.