Forest Products,
Paper and Packaging

Helping clients access essential intelligence on the sector in India

Led by an editorial team in Singapore and analysts in Mumbai, Old Economy brings visibility to the Forest Products, Paper and Packaging sectors of India.

Our Services

Our services include market commentary and price updates, timely news and insights, data-led analysis and access to our sector analysts.

Pulp and Recovered Paper Roundup

Imports of pulp and recovered paper account for a significant share of raw materials used by India’s paper industry. Our focus is to capture global dynamics shaping these markets and how they impact imports into India.

Packaging Paper Roundup

The packaging paper industry and India have one thing in common – both are growing rapidly. With a network across paperboard producers, corrugated converters and traders, our service provides holistic coverage on all leading grades of fluting, testliner and kraftliner.

Printing & Writing Paper Roundup

India is a rare market where demand for newsprint and printing and writing paper continues to grow. We aim for holistic coverage of various product categories and grades in this segment.

Insights on the Sector

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Packaging Paper: India GST changes

An inverted GST structure in the packaging paper sector will lead to an increase in working capital costs.

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Led by an editorial team in Singapore and highly experienced analysts in Mumbai, Old Economy brings unparalleled visibility and strategic foresight to the Forest Products, Paper, and Packaging sectors of India. The paper industry in India is currently undergoing a profound structural transformation, driven by rapidly changing consumer habits, the explosive growth of e-commerce, and increasingly stringent environmental regulations. Our research provides rigorous, deep-dive analysis into the pulp, paper, and board markets, helping mills, investors, traders, and industrial consumers navigate the complexities of this fast-growing and dynamic sector with confidence and precision. In the printing and writing paper segment, we track demand trends, capacity expansions, and the complex impact of digital substitution across various sub-segments. India remains one of the few global markets where demand for newsprint and printing and writing paper continues to show resilience and growth. Our analysis of the packaging board market is comprehensive, covering everything from coated duplex boards to high-end FBB (Folding Box Board) and SBS (Solid Bleached Sulfate) grades. We monitor the exponential growth of the corrugated packaging market, which is being driven by the expansion of organized retail and the ongoing e-commerce boom in India, providing a critical link in the domestic supply chain. Raw material availability and security are critical factors for the long-term sustainability of the Indian paper industry. We provide detailed, data-driven assessments of pulp market dynamics, including domestic production trends and import volumes from leading global suppliers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our research also covers the vital recovered paper market, tracking import flows and evaluating the impact of global trade policies and environmental regulations on the availability of recycled fiber for Indian mills. We analyze the economics of various fiber sources and their impact on mill competitiveness and profitability. Environmental sustainability and plastic substitution are creating significant new opportunities across the entire paper and packaging value chain. We evaluate the massive potential for paper-based packaging solutions to replace single-use plastics in the food and beverage industry, and we track the development of innovative new barrier coatings and specialty paper products. Our research also monitors the adoption of sustainable forestry practices, the growth of social forestry programs in India, and the industry's progress toward achieving net-zero goals through improved energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. Old Economy's forest products division is dedicated to providing the most accurate, timely, and actionable intelligence for the industry. Our comprehensive reports include regular price assessments, detailed demand-supply balances, and in-depth trade analysis for over 50 different grades of paper and paperboard. By combining deep local expertise with a broad global market perspective, we help our clients optimize their procurement strategies, manage input costs more effectively, and identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities in the Indian forest products sector. The competitive landscape of the Indian paper industry is also a key area of our focus. We track the capacity expansions, technology investments, and strategic moves of leading Indian paper companies, providing our clients with a clear understanding of market shares and competitive dynamics. Whether you are an international investor looking for market entry opportunities, a domestic mill seeking to benchmark your performance, or an industrial consumer looking for reliable sourcing intelligence, Old Economy's forest products advisory services deliver the foresight and clarity needed to thrive in a complex and competitive market. Our commitment to analytical rigor and market transparency makes us the trusted partner for leaders in the paper and packaging industry.
Old Economy is a premier provider of commodity market intelligence, offering specialized data and strategic advisory services for the global nuclear power, paper industry, and packaging sectors. Our mission is to empower global enterprises to navigate specialized commodity corridors with unmatched precision and elite advisory. We track printing and writing paper trends, pulp market dynamics, and recycled paper imports. Our exclusive interviews with industry leaders provide unique insights into the India packaging board market and the challenges of raw material availability. Our methodology combines high-quality data with robust assumptions to provide unparalleled foresight. Whether you are looking for uranium price forecasts, paper market intelligence, or metal and mining advisory, Old Economy delivers the insights needed for capital allocation and commercial success in the old economy sectors that underpin global infrastructure. Our expertise spans across critical industries that form the backbone of the global economy. In the nuclear energy sector, we provide deep-dive analysis into the uranium fuel cycle, reactor technology developments, and the emerging SMR (Small Modular Reactor) market. Our forest products division focuses on the rapidly evolving Indian market, covering everything from newsprint to specialty paper segments. In metals and mining, we offer strategic insights into base metals, critical minerals, and the transition to battery metals for the green energy revolution. We believe that high-quality data, robust methodology, and plausible assumptions are the key to unlocking market opportunities. By bridging the gap between raw data and actionable intelligence, Old Economy serves as a trusted partner for utilities, miners, traders, and financiers worldwide. Our commitment to excellence and analytical rigor ensures that our clients stay ahead of market trends and navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. From Mumbai to Singapore, our international team of analysts and industry veterans brings a wealth of experience to every report and advisory project. We are dedicated to providing the most accurate, timely, and relevant intelligence to help our clients build a sustainable and prosperous future in the old economy sectors.