Packaging & container industry
Article Abstract:
Profit margins of packaging firms were pressured in 1995 from competition, rising costs, and other factors, resulting in some industry consolidation. A major trend toward international expansion is occuring in 1996 via joint ventures, acquisitions and privatization. Also, materials costs are being reduced. Increased demand and lower costs are improving margins for some of these stocks, but investors must be selective.
Publication Name: The Value Line Investment Survey (Part 3 - Ratings & Reports)
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0042-2401
Year: 1996
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Packaging & container industry
Article Abstract:
The packaging and container industry is improving with stable raw material prices and an increase in demand in certain industry sectors. Major volume increases were experienced by the plastic container industry during 1996 while smaller volume increases were experienced by the beer bottle industry during the same time period.
Publication Name: The Value Line Investment Survey (Part 3 - Ratings & Reports)
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0042-2401
Year: 1997
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