The import of Woodfree Fine Paper weighing more than 150 g/m² in France is projected to experience a slight decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 61.021 million USD in 2024, the forecast shows a gradual decrease to 60.653 million USD by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decline that remains consistently around 0.16% annually. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period suggests a steady, albeit minimal, reduction of approximately 0.15% per year. As of 2023, the baseline was slightly higher, setting the stage for this forecasted downturn.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impacts of digitalization and paperless initiatives on paper demand.
- Environmental policies promoting sustainable sourcing and use of alternatives.
- Euro exchange rate fluctuations affecting import costs.
