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Some US shoppers are buying large quantities of toilet paper due to concerns about potential disruptions caused by a port strike and increased demand in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. Charmin toilet paper is currently out of stock for delivery at many Costco stores across the country, and other brands and paper towels are also sold out in some locations. Costco and other retailers are working to replenish their supplies and do not anticipate any major supply challenges. This surge in demand for toilet paper is reminiscent of the early days of the pandemic when people hoarded it out of fear of running out. The port strike, which began on October 1, is led by the International Longshoremen's Association, a union representing workers in major Eastern US and Gulf Coast ports. Some other retailers, such as Kroger and Walmart, have implemented temporary purchase limits on certain products, including toilet paper and paper towels. While some shortages have been observed, companies like Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble have stated that their ability to supply paper products has not been significantly impacted by the strike. [Extracted from the article]

Some US shoppers are buying large quantities of toilet paper due to concerns about potential disruptions caused by a port strike and increased demand in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. Charmin toilet paper is currently out of stock for delivery at many Costco stores across the country, and other brands and paper towels are also sold out in some locations. Costco Wholesale Corp. has seen higher demand for everyday items, especially paper products, but does not anticipate any supply challenges due to the strike. The International Longshoremen's Association, a union representing port workers, went on strike on October 1, demanding higher pay and protections from automation. Other retailers such as Kroger, Walmart, and Target are also experiencing increased demand for toilet paper and paper towels in certain areas. Kimberly-Clark Corp., the maker of Scott toilet paper and Kleenex tissues, stated that the port strike is not currently affecting their ability to supply paper products. Procter & Gamble Co., the maker of Charmin, declined to comment. [Extracted from the article]

Suzano SA, the world's leading wood pulp exporter, is facing challenges due to a shift in Chinese paper companies' demand for producing their own pulp, impacting the demand for hardwood pulp. This shift, along with new supply from South America, is expected to lead to global production exceeding demand until 2028. Despite these challenges, Suzano remains optimistic about potential opportunities, with a focus on maintaining low production costs and exploring growth in the US packaging business through smaller acquisitions. The company's shares have seen a 25% increase in Brazil over the past year, and while plans for new plant investments are being questioned, Suzano is still considering future steps cautiously. [Extracted from the article]

US container ports along the East Coast are closed for a third day due to an expired labor contract between dockworkers, terminal operators, and shipping lines. As a result, numerous ships carrying various goods have been forced to anchor off the coast. In response to the port strike and concerns about potential disruptions, some US shoppers are stocking up on toilet paper, leading to shortages in certain locations. However, Costco, one of the affected retailers, assures customers that they do not anticipate any supply challenges and are working to replenish products quickly. [Extracted from the article]

The article announces that the U.S. has been producing cigarette paper from fresh, homegrown flax fibers in quantities enough for all national needs and for export. About 90% of U.S. cigarette paper import used to come from France, but by 1943, the U.S. was importing only 625,000 pounds of rag paper from all foreign sources, and exporting 14,098,760 pounds of flax paper to 62 countries from a total domestic production of 49,900,000 lbs. Cited is Ecusta Paper Corporation's Pisgah Forest, which has expanded into a 12 million U.S. dollar plant.

Kimberly-Clark Corp., the owner of the Scott toilet paper brand, has revised its full-year organic sales forecast downward due to weaker-than-expected results. The company cited challenges such as changes in retail inventory levels, high interest rates, and increased shipping costs. Revenue fell in the third quarter, with slower organic sales growth reported. Competitor Procter & Gamble Co. also experienced a slight miss in organic sales growth for its latest quarter. [Extracted from the article]

Information about several issues discussed at American Paper and Pulp Association's (APPA) annual convention concerning pulp production is presented. It states that there had been speculations of paper shortage in the U.S. which is feared to restrict industry operations however, it is predicted that shortages will not exist for some time. The convention featured APPA affiliated organizations including Pulp Producers Association, Kraft Paper Association, and Tissue Association.

The article focuses on the condition of the U.S. paper industry amid global competition of paper products as highlighted by J. Stanford Smith, chairman and chief executive officer of International Paper Co. (IP). It states that the rise of paper prices din 1976 has not prevented U.S. paper companies, such as IP, Fibreboard Corp., and St. Regis Paper Co. to suffer losses. The author estimates that IP has already lost more than 100,000 tons of production to its competitors.

The index compiler of Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average is expected to announce its periodic review soon, with analysts predicting that the blue-chip gauge will add Ryohin Keikaku Co. and remove Nippon Paper Industries Co. This is because the Nikkei lacks consumer names and Nippon Paper has low liquidity. The reshuffle and weighting changes may create about ¥100 billion ($683 million) in overall buying demand. Analysts also expect Nomura Research Institute Ltd. and Pan Pacific International Holdings Corp. to join the gauge, while DIC Corp. and Mitsubishi Logistics Corp. may be dropped. The results of this review will be important for future changes to the index. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the upturn in the paper industry of Wisconsin. It states that in 1900s, the industry played a major part in newsprint and book paper requirements of the U.S., and started to produce other types of coarse paper when the nation opened its reciprocal trade agreement with Canada. It also mentions Nekoosa-Edwards Paper Co.'s (Nepco) efforts to address the issues of Canadian competition wherein it had made developments in earnings and sales.

The article reports that the recent trend of wearing paper dresses has increased the sales of disposable garments in the apparel industry in the U.S. to an estimated 100 million dollars. As stated, some manufacturers see it as a permanent style. It states that in the conference of American Apparel Manufacturers Association in Dallas, Texas in June 1967 Oliver J. Sterling, president of James Sterling Paper Fashions predicted that these clothes will amount to 25 percent of the industry.

Tests conducted by a UK-based consumer protection nonprofit found that three brands of toilet paper advertised as being made of bamboo actually contained mostly hardwood. The analysis revealed that toilet paper from Bumboo and Bazoo, which claimed to be "100% bamboo," contained only 2.7% and 26.1% bamboo, respectively. Naked Sprout, another bamboo toilet paper brand, had 4% bamboo. However, two other products, from the companies Who Gives a Crap and The Cheeky Panda, were found to contain 100% bamboo. The findings highlight the challenge of accurately labeling eco-friendly products and monitoring supply chains. The Forest Stewardship Council, which certifies supply chains, expressed concern and is investigating the matter. [Extracted from the article]

The article features the San Francisco, California-based paper manufacturer Crown Zellerbach Corp., which is the second biggest company in the paper sector behind International Paper Co. It cites the announcement made by Crown Zellerbach president Alfred B. Layton, who said that they are conducting a feasibility study on the construction of a large facility in Newfoundland. The move is intended to strengthen the company's presence in the U.S.' western region, as well as in the eastern and midwestern areas.

The article offers information on the performance of the paper industry. It states that International Paper Co. earned 51.6 million dollars in 1949, which is 15 percent less than 1948, however, its sales were 416 million dollars, because it is a big producer of kraft paperboard and newsprint. It mentions that the companies that produced fine paper and magazine paper had problems, because of the fall in magazine lineage and a price cut in magazine paper.

The article discusses the continued shortage of paper in the U.S. as of May 1945. It states that despite victory in Europe, a paper shortage exists due to lack of pulp imports. It reports that continued demand from the military, particularly for packaging materials, will ensure continued austerity measures on paper products for the country's civilian population. This is the result of pulp supplies being cut off from Scandinavia, while those from Canada have been reduced due to a lack of manpower in the woods, bringing in only 2,410,000 tons in 1944.

The article focuses on paper fiber as an alternative for textile companies in view of the shortage of imported jute carpet backing material. Reason for the interest in paper yarn is given along with future possibilities for it. Its qualities are described which warrant it as a natural next step to cotton. The experiments being undertaken by some textile companies are presented including Cone Mills, Inc., Deering-Milliken, Inc., and Iselin-Jefferson Co., Inc. Opposition is noted in terms of the lack of highly directional twisting paper.

International Paper Co.'s CEO, Andrew Silvernail, traveled to London to reassure DS Smith Plc about their pending £5.8 billion merger deal, amid a takeover offer from Suzano SA. Silvernail met with Miles Roberts, the CEO of DS Smith, as well as key shareholders. Suzano, the world's largest pulp producer, is working on a revised offer for International Paper after their initial proposal was rejected. A takeover by Suzano would create a major player in the pulp and paper industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the trends of paper clothes and other disposable supplies in the U.S. market, which could help address laundry problems. It states that Scott Paper Co. has received 500,000 paper dress orders after it has advertised a 1.25 dollars paper dress in March 1965, wherein, its contractors are reported to lag behind the scheduled deliveries. It says that the biggest potential market for disposable items is in hospital goods with regards to problems of laundry cost and cleanliness.

The article focuses on the declining trend in the sales and earnings posted by paper companies in the U.S. in the fall of 1957. The shares of paper products have lost around 25 per cent of the gain made during the upward trend between 1953 and 1956. Along with the trend, the author mentions that heavy institutional buying in the country had affected the paper shares floating supply.

The article focuses on the anticipated venture by Hudson Pulp & Paper into the toilet and facial tissue markets in the U.S. It says that the company will compete with Scott Paper Co. and International Cellucotton Products Co. The marketing strategy of the company includes a shift to a multi-product merchandiser with a new management alignment and a 15 million dollars worth of expansion of its paper mill facility.

International Paper Co.'s CEO, Andrew Silvernail, traveled to London to reassure DS Smith Plc about their pending merger, amid a takeover offer from Suzano SA. Silvernail met with DS Smith's CEO, Miles Roberts, and key shareholders to reaffirm International Paper's commitment to the merger. Suzano, the world's largest pulp producer, is working on a revised offer for International Paper after their initial proposal was rejected. A takeover by Suzano would create a major player in the pulp and paper industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the uniform and simplified standard of measures for paper set out by the U.S. War Production Board (WPB). Supporters of the plan propose pulp content reduction at 5% in the annual paper tonnage. The proposed standard calls for 1,000 sheets of 25x40 inch in size. However, it points out that the sizes of sheets or rolls of paper ordered from a mill or dealer will not be changed.

The article examines whether the increase in profits of the U.S. paper and paper-products industry has reached its peak as of March 1948. Paper production surged to 21 million tons in 1947, which was higher by 9% compared with 1946. It is noted that high wage and raw material costs have been more than offset by increased prices, continued capacity operations and low or no reconversion expense. Other issues tackled include the usual reaction of the paper industry to a recession, its volatility and its current expansion program.

The article reports on the supplies of paper and paper products in the U.S. It states that in the year 1948 the supply of paper products will match the demand for paper with exception of newsprint whose demand as estimated will be five percent higher than supply. However it states that paper items including toilet paper, grocery bags and wrapping tissue will be scarce, though paper towels and facial tissues will be plentiful during the year 1947.

The article reports on the crisis in the U.S. commercial paper (CP) market. It states that many people feel the rapidly growing 40 billion dollars commercial paper market in the U.S. during 1970 is on the downfall following the bankruptcy filed by Penn Central Transportation Co. However few market participants including International Harvester Co. believe the CP market is anywhere near collapse. It states the new companies in the U.S. are also having problems floating their CP issues.

Suzano SA, the world's largest pulp producer, has approached International Paper Co. about a potential all-cash offer to acquire the US company for nearly $15 billion. The bid of $42 per share would represent a 14% premium to International Paper's closing price on Monday. Suzano is in talks with potential lenders to finance the transaction, which would require International Paper to abandon its deal with DS Smith. The paper and packaging sector has been experiencing consolidation, and a bid for International Paper would be the latest attempt by a foreign company to acquire a US giant. [Extracted from the article]

Suzano SA, the world's largest pulp producer, has approached International Paper Co. about a potential all-cash offer to acquire the US company for nearly $15 billion. The bid of $42 per share would represent a 14% premium to International Paper's closing price on Monday. Suzano is in talks with potential lenders to finance the transaction, which would require International Paper to abandon its deal with DS Smith. The paper and packaging sector has been experiencing consolidation, and a bid for International Paper would be the latest attempt by a foreign company to acquire a US giant. [Extracted from the article]

International Paper Co. has agreed to acquire DS Smith Plc for £5.8 billion ($7.2 billion), surpassing rival suitor Mondi Plc in the battle for the UK packaging company. The all-stock transaction will create a global leader in packaging, according to International Paper. The deal is expected to strengthen International Paper's position in Europe and the US, and the combined company will seek a secondary listing in London. The paper and packaging sector has seen consolidation trends post-Covid, and the industry experienced a surge in demand during the pandemic due to increased online shopping. [Extracted from the article]

Brazil's Suzano SA is considering making an offer to acquire Clearwater Paper Corp, as reported by Bloomberg. Clearwater Paper, based in Spokane, Washington, specializes in manufacturing pulp and paperboard products. Suzano, the largest supplier of hardwood market pulp in North America, has been expanding its presence in the US with recent acquisitions. No final deal has been reached yet, and both companies have declined to comment on the matter. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the feelings of the top-level mill executives on the stories of War Production Board (WPB) scrutiny on the possible suppression of the paper industry in the U.S. in 1942. It notes the fluctuation of the orders seen by the paper board mills due to the news of the WPB and the Office of Price Administration (OPA). It mentions the forecasts of the Office of Production Management on the probable shortage of paper to meet the nation's needs.

The article focuses on the difficulty of the U.S. government in looking for a mill that will produce lighter paper grades and gages due to the reluctance of paper mills in 1941. It states that paper producers chooses and pick the orders which can give them more profits because of the costs of running the business operation. Papermakers are also facing industry pressures such as the costs of equipment repair and its effect to the business and the reduction on the use of chlorine chemicals.

In the UK, Metsä Tissue's main brand is Katrin, a paper towel and toilet roll brand used by corporate and professional clients. (Bloomberg) -- Finnish company Metsä Tissue is building a new paper mill in the Humber estuary of northeast England, in an investment worth hundreds of millions of pounds that will create 400 jobs. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the organization formed by Parsons & Whittemore Inc. president Karl F. Landegger which would develop raw materials for papermaking, create machinery for papermaking process, and help local capital to construct paper mills. It cites the projects of the group including the paper mill in Costa Rica which will begin production, a five-million project in Brazil which would produce pulp from eucalyptus wood, and the study of paper possibilities in Turkey, Uganda, and Philippines.

The article focuses on the plan by American entrepreneur Karl F. Landegger in 1969 to expand his pulp and paper business to Canada and the U.S. It states that Landegger has built, equipped, and operated pulp and paper mills in different nations except Canada and the U.S. It says that presently, he senses that his empire, which includes Black Clawson Co. and Parsons & Whittemore Inc., has gained the resources and size to establish and run mills in North America.

Suzano SA, the world's largest pulp producer, has approached International Paper Co. about a potential all-cash offer to acquire the US company for nearly $15 billion. The bid of $42 per share would represent a 14% premium to International Paper's closing price on Monday. Suzano is in talks with potential lenders to finance the transaction, which would require International Paper to abandon its deal with DS Smith. The paper and packaging sector has been experiencing consolidation, and a bid for International Paper would be the latest attempt by a foreign company to acquire a US giant. [Extracted from the article]

Suzano SA, the world's largest pulp producer, has approached International Paper Co. about a potential all-cash offer to acquire the US company for almost $15 billion. The bid of $42 a share would represent a 14% premium to International Paper's closing price on Monday. Suzano is in talks with potential lenders to finance the transaction, which would require International Paper to abandon its deal with DS Smith. The paper and packaging sector has been experiencing consolidation, and a bid for International Paper would be the latest attempt by a foreign company to acquire a US giant. [Extracted from the article]

DS Smith, a UK packaging company, is currently in talks with International Paper for a possible takeover, sparking a potential bidding war after Mondi agreed to buy DS Smith for £5.1 billion. International Paper is considering an offer of £5 billion or more for DS Smith. The paper and packaging sector has been consolidating, with Smurfit Kappa Group acquiring WestRock last year. The industry experienced a surge in demand during the pandemic but has since seen a decline as consumers returned to physical stores. DS Smith shareholders would receive 0.1285 shares in International Paper for each share they own, representing a value of 415 pence and a premium of 48%. [Extracted from the article]

Kimberly-Clark Corp., known for products like Scott toilet paper and Huggies diapers, exceeded sales expectations in the last quarter due to increased volume growth. The company's earnings reflect consumer willingness to pay more for higher-quality goods, such as new adult and baby care items. Kimberly-Clark plans to focus on its own brands by phasing out private-label businesses, which may impact sales temporarily. Procter & Gamble Co., another major player in the industry, also reported strong sales driven by higher volumes. [Extracted from the article]

Sweden's transition to a cashless society has made it a haven for digital criminals. Online fraud and digital crime have surged in the country, with criminals taking 1.2 billion kronor in 2023 through scams. Swedish authorities are working to tighten security measures and combat digital crime, but striking the right balance is challenging. The prevalence of BankID, a digital authorization system used by nearly all Swedish adults, has contributed to the country's vulnerability. The government is considering offering a state-issued digital ID to improve security. [Extracted from the article]

Brazilian pulp company Suzano SA is considering taking on significant debt as it contemplates making a new bid for International Paper Co. Suzano could borrow up to $19 billion while maintaining a net debt for the combined company close to five times earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. This leverage level is within Suzano's previous reach since obtaining its investment grade rating in 2018. Suzano believes that a merger with International Paper would create a global powerhouse capable of generating enough cash to quickly reduce its debt-heavy balance sheet. However, the company has reassured investors that it will not make an offer that would jeopardize its investment grade rating. [Extracted from the article]

Brazilian pulp company Suzano SA is considering taking on significant debt in order to make a new bid for International Paper Co. Suzano could borrow up to $19 billion while still maintaining a manageable debt level. The company believes that a merger with International Paper would create a global powerhouse that could generate enough cash to quickly reduce its debt. Suzano has reassured investors that it will not jeopardize its investment grade rating with any offer it makes. The company is also considering using stock and cash to help fund the bid. However, Suzano's acquisition plan faces challenges, including high borrowing costs and a declining stock value. [Extracted from the article]

Brazilian pulp company Suzano SA is considering taking on significant debt in order to make a new bid for International Paper Co. Suzano could borrow up to $19 billion while still maintaining a manageable debt level. The company believes that a merger with International Paper would create a global powerhouse that could generate enough cash to quickly reduce its debt. However, Suzano has reassured investors that it will not make an offer that would jeopardize its investment grade rating. The acquisition plan faces challenges, including high borrowing costs and a declining stock value for Suzano. [Extracted from the article]

Brazil's Suzano SA is considering making an offer for Clearwater Paper Corp, as reported by Bloomberg. Clearwater, based in Spokane, Washington, produces pulp and paperboard products and has seen a decline in its shares this year. Suzano, the largest supplier of hardwood market pulp in North America, has been expanding its presence in the US with recent acquisitions. No final deal has been reached yet, and both companies have declined to comment on the matter. [Extracted from the article]

JBS SA, the world's largest meatpacker, recently entered the US commercial paper market by borrowing approximately $155 million in short-term debt. The issuance, facilitated by Citigroup Inc., Mizuho Financial Group Inc., and the Royal Bank of Canada, is part of a $1 billion program aimed at securing cheaper financing for the company. This move allows JBS to take advantage of floating interest rates and capitalize on the current profitability of its chicken business, while managing its existing long-term debt of around $18.96 billion. Commercial paper issuance in the US has been on the rise, driven by interest rate fluctuations and potential acquisition activities among non-financial institutions. [Extracted from the article]

The article describes the strategy of Howard Luck Gossage, chairman of the board of Shade Tree Corp., for helping the magazine "Scientific American," through the Freeman & Gossage advertising agency, mold its identity. Gossage's strategy involves a national competition for the best paper airplane design. The career background and achievements of Gossage are noted. In promoting the magazine as an advertising medium, Gossage and his partner, Robert Freeman, thought it best to concentrate on air travel because of its access to people in the scientific age.

The article reports on the growing trend in the commercial paper market in the U.S. It states that the paper market, considered as the country's oldest public short-term money market, has outperformed the banks' short-term business loans with corporations turning to it for money advances. It also notes that commercial paper outstandings have increased to 2.8 billion dollars and that the trend was expected to continue over a long period.

The article focuses on the establishment of the experimental laboratory with a 500,000 pilot plant by Crown Zellerbach Corp. in Camas, Washington to address the problems encountered through the development in paper making. It states that the pilot plant performs things possible in the full-scale operation and has additional features that are not found in large machines, such as coater. It says that the new mill is designed for experimenting paper-making processes and types of papers made.

Suzano SA, the world's largest producer of pulp, is in talks with Asian banks, including Mizuho Financial Group, Nomura Holdings Inc., and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, to secure financing for a potential bid to acquire US packaging giant International Paper Co. Suzano is considering a cash-and-stock offer for all of International Paper's assets. The funding arrangement would be similar to the one used for Suzano's acquisition of pulp rival Fibria SA in 2018. Suzano's interest in International Paper assets would allow the company to expand internationally and diversify its operations into the packaging sector. However, there are significant hurdles to overcome, including International Paper's pending agreement to acquire UK packaging rival DS Smith Plc and Suzano's existing debt burden. [Extracted from the article]

Kimberly-Clark Corp., the company behind brands like Kleenex and Scott toilet paper, has revised its full-year organic sales forecast downward due to weaker-than-expected results. The company cited challenges from changes in retail inventory levels, with stores reducing stocking levels amid high interest rates and shipping costs. This adjustment led to a 3.5% decline in revenue in the third quarter, with organic sales growth at its slowest rate in over three years. Procter & Gamble Co., a competitor in the paper products market, also reported organic sales growth that narrowly missed projections in its latest quarter. [Extracted from the article]

Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average will be adding Ryohin Keikaku Co., the operator of the Muji retail chain, and Nomura Research Institute Ltd. to its index, while removing Nippon Paper Industries Co. and DIC Corp. The changes will take effect on October 1st and are aimed at adjusting the number of companies in their respective sectors. This rebalancing may impact the shares of the companies involved, as passive funds that track the index will buy or sell to reflect the changes. Ryohin Keikaku and Nomura Research Institute shares have both performed well this year, outperforming the broader Topix Index. [Extracted from the article]