Smurfit Westrock is the latest company to confirm price increases taking effect January 1, 2025 according to reports from Fastmarkets RISI and Truist Securities.
This includes a $60/ton increase for unbleached kraft and recycled linerboard, as well as an $80/ton increase for medium. Additionally, the company announced a $70/ton increase for white top linerboard in its West region and $50/ton in the East.
This is at least the fourth major paper packaging company in recent weeks to announce planned January increases, marking a trend heading into the new year.
