Our new analysis forecasts demand for retail-ready corrugated boxes used for produce applications to increase 6.4% per year through 2024.

In the US, DIY home renovations saw strong increases in 2020 during the pandemic, and home organization was among consumers’ top projects.

One of the more surprising outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic has been its effect on the US lumber market.

The outlook for decorative laminates use in the furniture industry is closely tied to trends in the production of ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture.

Plummeting manufacturing activity during the pandemic had a negative effect on the global pressure sensitive (PSA) tape industry in 2020, however, some markets avoided the significant declines seen in others.

A new Freedonia Group analysis projects global demand for bearings to rise 5.2% per year to $100 billion in 2025, with all bearing types expected to recover swiftly from 2020 lows.

Brood X – is emerging from the ground after 17 years - just in time for the outdoor living season to begin.

Although moderate losses were seen in most markets due to reduced economic activity in 2020, food avoided losses, while pharmaceutical, mailing, and shipping labels all saw healthy gains.

As capital investment returns to growth following the COVID-19 pandemic, many firms will opt for smart products due to their ability to boost productivity.

Grocery stores remained open as “essential” businesses, and consumers prepared more meals at home due to restaurant closures.