Industry news & Vesper highlights
Global cartonboard demand grew by 1% in December 2025, bringing full-year 2025 demand growth to zero, according to EMGE’s latest Paperboard Market Highlights. The flat headline, however, masks substantial differences across regions. Western European demand, operating ratios, and prices have all weakened since Q2/Q3 2025, with the regional cartonboard operating ratio standing at 69% in […]
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BMD crude palm oil prices climbed to $993/mt this week, reflecting market responses to production forecasts and policy discussions at...
European sugar producers are implementing emergency area reductions for the 2026 crop as prices fall to €425/tonne and structural challenges...
Ocean freight rates from Asia to Europe increased in recent weeks, with carriers managing capacity tightly as 2026 contract negotiations...
Boneless skinless thigh meat demand has fallen below the baseline average for the first time in roughly two years, with...
The European cheese market has found renewed stability after months of pressure, with a significant shift in export competitiveness clearing...
European sugar producers have announced substantial production cuts for 2026 as exceptional yields and elevated stock levels create unprecedented supply...
Cocoa prices declined over 9% this week, with London front-month futures falling to around 4,202 GBP/t. The market lacked a...
Coffee futures ended the week at 393.15 US cents per pound for the March contract, marking a 6.45-cent increase from...
Rapeseed oil prices remained elevated this week, with December crude rapeseed oil (FOB Dutch Mill) reaching EUR 1,085/mt, up from...
