DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/28r6n9/global_paper_indus) has announced the addition of the "Global Paper Industry 2012-2017: Trends, Profits and Forecast Analysis" report to their offering.
The global paper industry experienced stable growth during the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching approximately US $256 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 5.9% over the next five years (2012-2017).
Lucintel's research indicates that in 2011, the industry witnessed good growth over 2010 due to an increase in the number of press publications, which increased usage of newsprint and nonnewsprint papers such as newsletters, journals, etc. Paper demand has increased rapidly as China and other Asian markets have depicted significant growth APAC is emerging as the best growth prospect in the coming years with increasing demand for paper from the pulp and paper manufacturing sector. In APAC, population growth and increasing business activity is expected to have a direct influence on the consumption of specialty paper. Increasing market share of APAC in world trade and rapid industrialization in emerging economies will boost demand of paper in this region. Population growth, urbanization, increase in middle class population, and rises in standard of living will drive growth to new horizons.
Increasing literacy rate, recycling, population, and economic growth are anticipated to boost the industry. The industry is expected to face certain challenges posed by use of electronic media, enhanced environmental regulation, volatility in raw material prices, and energy inputs.
To make any investment or strategic decision, you need adequate and timely information. This market report fulfils this core need. Some of the features of this market report are:
- Industry size estimates in terms of (US $) value by regions
- Global paper industry analysis annual trend (2006-2011) and forecast (2012-2017)
- New product launch and merger and acquisition activity in global paper industry
- Quarterly demand trend (Q1 2010-Q4 2011)and forecast analysis (Q1 2012 - Q4 2012) for global paper industry
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