Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-11-27 00:10Core Viewpoint - The packaging paper industry is experiencing a price increase for raw paper, with multiple companies announcing new price hikes in the fourth quarter to cope with rising costs [3][4]. Group 1: Price Trends - Since the third quarter of this year, the price of raw paper used in the packaging paper industry has been continuously rising [3]. - As of November 24, the average daily price of corrugated paper was 3,213 RMB/ton, a year-on-year increase of 17.65%, while the average price of boxboard was 3,889 RMB/ton, up 6.86% year-on-year [4]. - Several well-known pulp and paper companies have recently issued price adjustment notices for various paper types, with price increases ranging from 50 RMB/ton to 200 RMB/ton, effective mainly from late November to December 1, 2025 [4]. Group 2: Company Performance and Outlook - Companies in the packaging paper sector are adjusting their prices, with increases of 10% to 15%, which is lower than the 20% to 30% increase in upstream raw paper prices [3]. - Major securities firms believe the current paper industry is benefiting from a combination of price increases, improved demand, and structural upgrades, with a positive outlook for profitability in the fourth quarter [4]. - Notable companies such as Sun Paper, Annie Co., Huatai Paper, and Bohui Paper have seen significant net buying in financing, indicating strong market interest [5]. - Forecasts suggest that companies like Hengfeng Paper, Qifeng New Materials, and Bohui Paper will see net profit growth rates of 70.67%, 35.33%, and 20.2% respectively for the year 2025 [5][8].