In 2023, the output of paper products in Belgium stood at 4.35 Billion Euros. Moving forward, the data forecasts a slight and steady increase in the output from 2024 to 2028. The year-on-year growth rates are modest, around 0.23% for 2024, 0.23% for 2025, 0.46% for 2026, 0.23% for 2027, and 0.23% for 2028. Over the last two years, the output has shown a slow but positive trend. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 0.3%.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements in recycling and production efficiency, potentially increasing output.
Shifts in consumer behavior towards digital media which could impact demand for paper products.
Environmental regulations and sustainability practices influencing production processes and costs.