Index Reports Second Consecutive Monthly Increase In C’Board Prices According to a report released by Fastmarkets RISI, North American containerboard prices increased for the second consecutive month in April, with the benchmark index ris- ing $30 per ton following a $40 per ton increase in March. Those gains follow a $20 per ton decline in February, resulting in a net year-to-date increase of $50 per ton. The March movement marked the first recognized price in- crease by the index in 13 months, after a prolonged period of flat or declining pricing. Earlier in the year, several major producers had an- nounced plans to implement $70 per ton increases begin- ning in March. However, market conditions at the start of 2026 were unpredictable. Fastmarkets RISI reported a February dip that surprised some observers, particularly as producers had pointed to improving demand trends and the impact of a nearly 10 percent reduction in North American containerboard ca- pacity announced in 2025. Implementation of those increases has not been con- sistent. Some market contacts reported delays, with cer- tain price hikes pushed into June. There are also indica- tions that recent pricing data may reflect some level of pre-buying, as customers moved to secure tons ahead of increases taking hold.
AVERAGE CONTAINERBOARD PRICES The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout the United States the week previous to issue. Prices in some areas of the country may be higher or lower than the tabulated average. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser. REGION 42# Kraft liner 26# Semi-Chem. Medium $ 900.00-925. 00 $ 825. 00 -$850.00 U.S. Average CANADIAN LINERBOARD & MEDIUM The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout Canada. Prices may be higher or lower in various areas of the country. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser. Prices are Canadian $ and per metric ton. 42# Kraft Liner 26# Semi-Chem Medium East $970.00 $960.00 West $1,015.00 $995.00 REGION
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