Group 1 - Multiple packaging paper companies have announced a new round of price increases, marking the 10th price hike since August [1][3] - The increase in paper prices is attributed to rising demand due to the upcoming "Double Festival" and the rising costs of raw materials, particularly waste paper [3][5] - The price of corrugated paper and kraft paper has seen increases of 30 to 50 yuan per ton, with some companies reporting a total increase of 200 yuan per ton this month [3][5] Group 2 - The cost of raw paper constitutes 70% to 80% of the total cost of producing paper boxes, leading to higher prices for finished products [5] - From late July, the price of corrugated paper has risen from approximately 2800 yuan per ton to an increase of 300 to 350 yuan, reflecting a rise of 10% to 15% [7]

Core Insights - Multiple paper companies have announced price increases, with some raising prices up to four times in the past month [1] - The price increase for corrugated paper and recycled kraft paper has reached 30-50 yuan per ton [1] - The primary reason for this round of price hikes is the rising cost of raw materials, particularly the rebound in waste paper prices [1] Industry Summary - Several paper enterprises have recently issued announcements regarding price hikes, indicating a trend in the industry [1] - The price of waste yellow board paper has gradually rebounded after hitting a nearly six-year low in February, reaching 1567 yuan per ton by the end of July, with a monthly increase of 6.74% in July [1]