The document summarizes recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, Japan, and Germany. It reports that GDP growth forecasts for the EU and Japan were revised downward for 2012 and 2013, while forecasts improved slightly for the US. The German economy remains resilient despite the euro crisis, while the outlook for the EU deteriorates. Unemployment in the EU continues to edge higher.
Economic indicators December 2012 - part 1SappiHouston
The document summarizes recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, Japan, and Germany. It reports that the GDP growth forecast for Europe in 2013 decreased slightly to 0.1%, while forecasts improved for the US and Japan. The German business climate index rose in December as companies were less pessimistic about the future despite viewing their current situation as somewhat worse. Unemployment in the EU remained high at 10.7% in January 2013.
The document provides an overview of recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, and Japan in February 2013. It summarizes that the consensus GDP forecast for the Eurozone remained at 0.1% for 2013 and 1.2% for 2014. While the EU industrial confidence decreased slightly, consumer confidence improved considerably. The GDP forecast for the US decreased to 1.9% for 2013, and the forecast for Japan improved significantly to 1.2% for 2013 and 2014.
The document provides an economic outlook for April 2013. It notes that the consensus GDP forecast for the euro area remained unchanged, while consumer confidence was stable and the IFO index for Germany edged down slightly. The US GDP forecast improved, and early indicators suggest firm housing starts. The Japanese GDP growth forecast also improved on expectations of aggressive monetary policy. Overall, the outlook suggests ongoing challenges for Europe with modest improvements expected in the US and Japan.
The document summarizes recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, and Japan in March 2013. In Europe, GDP growth forecasts were lowered slightly but industrial confidence and consumer confidence improved. Unemployment continued to rise in the Eurozone. In the US, GDP growth forecasts were also lowered and consumption slowed due to tax increases. In Japan, GDP growth forecasts remained stable and the economy appears to have stabilized.
Mārtiņš Bitāns. Lessons from the Latvian austerity programEesti Pank
The document examines Latvia's fiscal austerity program following the 2008 financial crisis which saw large cuts to government spending and wages that helped reduce high budget deficits and current account imbalances. Through internal devaluation, fiscal austerity restored Latvia's competitiveness and export-led growth, avoiding a deep and prolonged recession despite an initial sharp GDP decline. The success of Latvia's fiscal austerity program demonstrates that expansionary fiscal contraction can work under certain economic conditions.
The Indian residential market continues to see substantial levels of new projects entering into the market, which is creating more ‘Investor friendly’ environment, with increase in choice of quality product. Consistent demand for prime residential properties is putting a upward pressure on rentals as well as capital values in almost all the micro markets. As the government is taking initiatives to boost long term demand, transaction volumes are likely to see revival in the coming festive seasons.
The Eurogroup meeting on Greece's bailout program was inconclusive, postponing a decision on disbursing further aid and revealing disagreements between the IMF and Eurogroup on debt targets. Portuguese GDP contracted again in Q3 while unemployment rose to a new high of 15.8%. Spanish plans for transferring assets to its bad bank are advancing with interest from foreign investors. Japanese Prime Minister Noda will hold elections in December amid calls for more aggressive monetary easing.
The Swedish economy continues to expand at a brisk pace according to recent data, with confidence increasing in many sectors. However, there are signs that the rate of expansion could slow, as confidence indicators level off and temporary factors like inventory build-up subside. Public finances are benefiting from the economic recovery and reforms, but fiscal policy will face challenges going forward as costs from demographics grow and subsidies are phased out. Exports and government revenues are growing, but inflation is rising and unemployment remains high, making economic policy tricky.
Economic indicators December 2012 - part 1SappiHouston
The document summarizes recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, Japan, and Germany. It reports that the GDP growth forecast for Europe in 2013 decreased slightly to 0.1%, while forecasts improved for the US and Japan. The German business climate index rose in December as companies were less pessimistic about the future despite viewing their current situation as somewhat worse. Unemployment in the EU remained high at 10.7% in January 2013.
The document provides an overview of recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, and Japan in February 2013. It summarizes that the consensus GDP forecast for the Eurozone remained at 0.1% for 2013 and 1.2% for 2014. While the EU industrial confidence decreased slightly, consumer confidence improved considerably. The GDP forecast for the US decreased to 1.9% for 2013, and the forecast for Japan improved significantly to 1.2% for 2013 and 2014.
The document provides an economic outlook for April 2013. It notes that the consensus GDP forecast for the euro area remained unchanged, while consumer confidence was stable and the IFO index for Germany edged down slightly. The US GDP forecast improved, and early indicators suggest firm housing starts. The Japanese GDP growth forecast also improved on expectations of aggressive monetary policy. Overall, the outlook suggests ongoing challenges for Europe with modest improvements expected in the US and Japan.
The document summarizes recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, and Japan in March 2013. In Europe, GDP growth forecasts were lowered slightly but industrial confidence and consumer confidence improved. Unemployment continued to rise in the Eurozone. In the US, GDP growth forecasts were also lowered and consumption slowed due to tax increases. In Japan, GDP growth forecasts remained stable and the economy appears to have stabilized.
Mārtiņš Bitāns. Lessons from the Latvian austerity programEesti Pank
The document examines Latvia's fiscal austerity program following the 2008 financial crisis which saw large cuts to government spending and wages that helped reduce high budget deficits and current account imbalances. Through internal devaluation, fiscal austerity restored Latvia's competitiveness and export-led growth, avoiding a deep and prolonged recession despite an initial sharp GDP decline. The success of Latvia's fiscal austerity program demonstrates that expansionary fiscal contraction can work under certain economic conditions.
The Indian residential market continues to see substantial levels of new projects entering into the market, which is creating more ‘Investor friendly’ environment, with increase in choice of quality product. Consistent demand for prime residential properties is putting a upward pressure on rentals as well as capital values in almost all the micro markets. As the government is taking initiatives to boost long term demand, transaction volumes are likely to see revival in the coming festive seasons.
The Eurogroup meeting on Greece's bailout program was inconclusive, postponing a decision on disbursing further aid and revealing disagreements between the IMF and Eurogroup on debt targets. Portuguese GDP contracted again in Q3 while unemployment rose to a new high of 15.8%. Spanish plans for transferring assets to its bad bank are advancing with interest from foreign investors. Japanese Prime Minister Noda will hold elections in December amid calls for more aggressive monetary easing.
The Swedish economy continues to expand at a brisk pace according to recent data, with confidence increasing in many sectors. However, there are signs that the rate of expansion could slow, as confidence indicators level off and temporary factors like inventory build-up subside. Public finances are benefiting from the economic recovery and reforms, but fiscal policy will face challenges going forward as costs from demographics grow and subsidies are phased out. Exports and government revenues are growing, but inflation is rising and unemployment remains high, making economic policy tricky.
Pine Economic Calendar: High speed monetary policyBanco Pine
Industrial production in Brazil is estimated to have risen 0.5% in July, the second consecutive monthly rise. Annual industrial production is expected to fall 2.5% in July, an improvement from the 3.5% decline in June. Inflation as measured by the IPCA index is projected to rise 0.38% in August, slightly below the 0.43% rise in July. The central bank is expected to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 7.5% at its next meeting, having reduced it by 50 basis points at its prior meeting.
This document provides an economic forecast and analysis for the City of Seattle. It summarizes key factors that led to the current recession, including asset bubbles, cheap credit, loose lending standards, and the bursting of the housing bubble. It then analyzes recent economic indicators and forecasts a major regional recession for the Puget Sound area, with peak job losses of over 30,000. Revenue forecasts predict declines for sales tax, B&O tax, and natural gas utility tax due to weakness in construction, retail, and energy prices.
This document provides an overview and forecast of the 2012 California housing market from the Chief Economist at Leslie Appleton-Young. It summarizes that the US and California economies faced challenges in 2011 including oil price spikes, sovereign debt crisis, and political changes that contributed to stock market volatility and consumer spending weakness. Unemployment remains high in California and the US. Job growth was flat in August and California job growth is faltering, with the largest job losses in construction and financial activities. The forecast anticipates continued challenges for the 2012 California housing market.
CAR Chief Economist Leslie Appleton Young provides an economic update to the Murrieta Temecula Group and the Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors
E-Updates_Apr12—Indian & Global Economic IndicatorsEcofin Surge
Monthly statistical e-bulletin comprising about 30 tables and some charts with the latest available economic/financial market indicators, both Indian and Global.
- Inflation is expected to rise to 4-6% by 2015, above the Fed's target rate of 2%, due to rising rents and homeowner costs. However, inflation will likely not reach double digits as in the 1970s.
- Home prices are forecast to increase by 15% cumulatively over the next three years as demand increases and supply remains tight.
- The federal budget deficit will contribute to higher borrowing costs and potentially higher inflation if not addressed.
Robert Chote: Public finances and health careThe King's Fund
Robert Chote, Chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), shares the results of the OBR’s 2012 Fiscal Sustainability report, with a specific focus on health care spending.
The document provides an international and domestic macroeconomic outlook for 2012. On the international front, it notes the recovery of the US economy as positive but also highlights risks from high financial market volatility and recession in Europe. Domestically, it outlines strengthening indicators for the US economy like consumer confidence and job growth. Growth in Asia, especially China, is expected to remain strong. Risks to the outlook include continued volatility in Europe if fiscal and political integration is not achieved.
The document discusses financial and banking reforms in Myanmar. It provides an overview of the country's geography, demographics, and macroeconomic indicators. It outlines reforms that have been implemented, including liberalizing the banking sector, amending relevant laws, reducing interest rates, and unifying exchange rates. It notes threats such as special interest groups and calls for continued modernization of the financial system and ensuring stability and transparency.
The document evaluates monetary and fiscal policy responses to the 2008 financial crisis in real time. It compares actual policies to counterfactual scenarios, such as keeping interest rates slightly positive instead of dropping to zero. Actual monetary policy involved large increases in bank reserves and purchases of mortgage-backed securities, while the counterfactual considers no securities purchases. For fiscal policy, a counterfactual without stimulus packages in 2008-2009 is preliminarily examined by looking at disposable income and consumption without the stimulus. The analysis aims to quickly evaluate policy effectiveness during an ongoing crisis.
Venturefest Bristol 2011 Professor Nigel jump, University of BathScience City Bristol
The document summarizes an economic presentation given in November 2011 on prospects for the UK economy and South West region from 2012 onwards. It highlights issues like low growth outlook due to global credit issues, UK's need to eliminate fiscal deficit and rebalance economy, and questions whether the South West is prepared for new economic era. Charts show UK's recovery from 2008 recession has been slower than prior ones and that productivity and net trade are concerns, posing risk to future growth and expectations.
Think Canada! Why you should commercialize technology with Canadian partners.Michael Willmott
The document provides an overview of Canada's strong economic relationship with Minnesota and reasons for doing business with Canada. Some key points:
- Canada is a major trading partner for Minnesota, with over $21 billion in bilateral trade in 2008. Over 140,000 Minnesota jobs are supported by Canada-US trade.
- Canada has a relatively strong economy and superior employment growth compared to other G7 countries. It also has sound fiscal management and leading financial institutions.
- Canada offers a strong business environment for entrepreneurs with low business costs, favorable tax rates, and relatively few regulatory hurdles to starting a business.
- Canada has a highly educated workforce with many qualified engineers and provides generous incentives for research and
This document summarizes a real estate market update and forecast seminar presented by Joshua Wilton of Weichert Realtors in Princeton, NJ in February 2013. The seminar reviewed historical housing market trends, the current state of the market, and forecasts for 2013. It analyzed inventory levels, sales, prices, affordability indexes, and other indicators to conclude that 2013 would be a better year for real estate than 2012 with modest price increases and rising sales due to low interest rates and improved affordability. Data on local and state housing permits and prices were also presented.
The Swedish Economy No.8 - November 30, 2011 Swedbank
The Swedish economy experienced strong GDP growth in the third quarter but indicators show weakening underlying growth dynamics. Exports continue to grow but are reliant on slowing global demand while domestic demand is cautious. The labor market is cooling with rising unemployment and layoffs as collective bargaining negotiations face challenges of weak wage growth and a slowing economy. Overall the Swedish economy remains stable for now but faces risks from a weakening global economy and declining confidence.
The Indian stock markets extended their gains for a sixth straight week as the benchmark indices rose over 1%. Foreign investors have poured $3.6 billion into Indian equities so far this year, outperforming many global markets. The markets gained on positive US jobs data but slipped on India's lower-than-expected GDP growth of 6.9% for fiscal year 2012. Hopes of further aid to Greece helped the markets recover. Key factors to watch this week include India's January inflation data and various major company earnings announcements. The outlook is for a range-bound market between 5,200-5,480 points.
Watertown, MA FY 2012 preliminary budget overviewneocMatt
The document provides an overview of the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2012 for the Town of Watertown. It includes details on projected revenues, expenditures, debt levels, reserve funds, and comparisons to the fiscal year 2011 budget. The preliminary budget forecasts revenues of $110 million and expenditures of $90 million in fiscal year 2014. Key issues addressed in developing the fiscal year 2012 budget include uncertainty around future local aid, economy-driven revenues, collective bargaining agreements, capital projects funding, and rising costs for health insurance and retirement benefits.
The key points from the document are:
1) In the past week, Indian markets gained over 2% despite consolidating in the last 3 sessions, buoyed by hopes that major central banks will enact stimulus measures.
2) The BSE Sensex surged 2.13% for the week while the Nifty gained 2.27%.
3) The RBI maintained its status quo on interest rates, dashing hopes of a stimulus, but markets recovered and moved higher later in the week on global optimism.
The EU-MS' Economies of central and east EuropeDirk Verbeken
CEE economies weathered challenges in 2011 such as reduced capital inflows and weak growth in the euro area. While CEE growth of 3.1% resumed convergence with the EU15, growth has weakened in each quarter of 2011 and 2012. Exports and imports continued contributing to growth, though export growth has decelerated, especially for intra-EU trade of intermediate goods. Despite the difficult external environment, bold fiscal measures have strengthened public finances in CEE, but further strengthening remains a priority.
The document summarizes the current state of the Indian economy and key industries based on a presentation by the President of CRISIL Research. It finds that (1) domestic and global macroeconomic conditions remain weak, though recent reforms provide hope; (2) industry profit margins have stabilized after declining for several quarters; and (3) capital investments are expected to decline for the second straight year, especially among private sector companies, due to policy inaction on land acquisition, mining, and other issues according to a poll of companies.
Print efficiency in Heatset Web OffsetSappiHouston
The document discusses print efficiency in heatset web offset printing. It notes that increasing efficiency is crucial for sustainability in the printing business. On average, heatset printers currently achieve 80% paper use efficiency and 65% time efficiency, resulting in an overall efficiency of 52%. There is potential to improve overall efficiency to around 60% through measures like reducing paper waste, decreasing makeready times, and increasing press uptime. Specific examples are provided to illustrate how efficiency gains in areas like paper usage, press speeds, and waste reduction could significantly lower costs for printers.
The document discusses the typical crew and functions for operating a heatset press, which usually includes 2-4 people to adjust colors, folders, and the reel stand. It also outlines how to adjust the ink feed, fountain solution, web speed, and web tension on the press. Finally, it provides information on the anatomy of an average print job, including typical run sizes, speeds, waste percentages, and time estimates.
Pine Economic Calendar: High speed monetary policyBanco Pine
Industrial production in Brazil is estimated to have risen 0.5% in July, the second consecutive monthly rise. Annual industrial production is expected to fall 2.5% in July, an improvement from the 3.5% decline in June. Inflation as measured by the IPCA index is projected to rise 0.38% in August, slightly below the 0.43% rise in July. The central bank is expected to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 7.5% at its next meeting, having reduced it by 50 basis points at its prior meeting.
This document provides an economic forecast and analysis for the City of Seattle. It summarizes key factors that led to the current recession, including asset bubbles, cheap credit, loose lending standards, and the bursting of the housing bubble. It then analyzes recent economic indicators and forecasts a major regional recession for the Puget Sound area, with peak job losses of over 30,000. Revenue forecasts predict declines for sales tax, B&O tax, and natural gas utility tax due to weakness in construction, retail, and energy prices.
This document provides an overview and forecast of the 2012 California housing market from the Chief Economist at Leslie Appleton-Young. It summarizes that the US and California economies faced challenges in 2011 including oil price spikes, sovereign debt crisis, and political changes that contributed to stock market volatility and consumer spending weakness. Unemployment remains high in California and the US. Job growth was flat in August and California job growth is faltering, with the largest job losses in construction and financial activities. The forecast anticipates continued challenges for the 2012 California housing market.
CAR Chief Economist Leslie Appleton Young provides an economic update to the Murrieta Temecula Group and the Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors
E-Updates_Apr12—Indian & Global Economic IndicatorsEcofin Surge
Monthly statistical e-bulletin comprising about 30 tables and some charts with the latest available economic/financial market indicators, both Indian and Global.
- Inflation is expected to rise to 4-6% by 2015, above the Fed's target rate of 2%, due to rising rents and homeowner costs. However, inflation will likely not reach double digits as in the 1970s.
- Home prices are forecast to increase by 15% cumulatively over the next three years as demand increases and supply remains tight.
- The federal budget deficit will contribute to higher borrowing costs and potentially higher inflation if not addressed.
Robert Chote: Public finances and health careThe King's Fund
Robert Chote, Chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), shares the results of the OBR’s 2012 Fiscal Sustainability report, with a specific focus on health care spending.
The document provides an international and domestic macroeconomic outlook for 2012. On the international front, it notes the recovery of the US economy as positive but also highlights risks from high financial market volatility and recession in Europe. Domestically, it outlines strengthening indicators for the US economy like consumer confidence and job growth. Growth in Asia, especially China, is expected to remain strong. Risks to the outlook include continued volatility in Europe if fiscal and political integration is not achieved.
The document discusses financial and banking reforms in Myanmar. It provides an overview of the country's geography, demographics, and macroeconomic indicators. It outlines reforms that have been implemented, including liberalizing the banking sector, amending relevant laws, reducing interest rates, and unifying exchange rates. It notes threats such as special interest groups and calls for continued modernization of the financial system and ensuring stability and transparency.
The document evaluates monetary and fiscal policy responses to the 2008 financial crisis in real time. It compares actual policies to counterfactual scenarios, such as keeping interest rates slightly positive instead of dropping to zero. Actual monetary policy involved large increases in bank reserves and purchases of mortgage-backed securities, while the counterfactual considers no securities purchases. For fiscal policy, a counterfactual without stimulus packages in 2008-2009 is preliminarily examined by looking at disposable income and consumption without the stimulus. The analysis aims to quickly evaluate policy effectiveness during an ongoing crisis.
Venturefest Bristol 2011 Professor Nigel jump, University of BathScience City Bristol
The document summarizes an economic presentation given in November 2011 on prospects for the UK economy and South West region from 2012 onwards. It highlights issues like low growth outlook due to global credit issues, UK's need to eliminate fiscal deficit and rebalance economy, and questions whether the South West is prepared for new economic era. Charts show UK's recovery from 2008 recession has been slower than prior ones and that productivity and net trade are concerns, posing risk to future growth and expectations.
Think Canada! Why you should commercialize technology with Canadian partners.Michael Willmott
The document provides an overview of Canada's strong economic relationship with Minnesota and reasons for doing business with Canada. Some key points:
- Canada is a major trading partner for Minnesota, with over $21 billion in bilateral trade in 2008. Over 140,000 Minnesota jobs are supported by Canada-US trade.
- Canada has a relatively strong economy and superior employment growth compared to other G7 countries. It also has sound fiscal management and leading financial institutions.
- Canada offers a strong business environment for entrepreneurs with low business costs, favorable tax rates, and relatively few regulatory hurdles to starting a business.
- Canada has a highly educated workforce with many qualified engineers and provides generous incentives for research and
This document summarizes a real estate market update and forecast seminar presented by Joshua Wilton of Weichert Realtors in Princeton, NJ in February 2013. The seminar reviewed historical housing market trends, the current state of the market, and forecasts for 2013. It analyzed inventory levels, sales, prices, affordability indexes, and other indicators to conclude that 2013 would be a better year for real estate than 2012 with modest price increases and rising sales due to low interest rates and improved affordability. Data on local and state housing permits and prices were also presented.
The Swedish Economy No.8 - November 30, 2011 Swedbank
The Swedish economy experienced strong GDP growth in the third quarter but indicators show weakening underlying growth dynamics. Exports continue to grow but are reliant on slowing global demand while domestic demand is cautious. The labor market is cooling with rising unemployment and layoffs as collective bargaining negotiations face challenges of weak wage growth and a slowing economy. Overall the Swedish economy remains stable for now but faces risks from a weakening global economy and declining confidence.
The Indian stock markets extended their gains for a sixth straight week as the benchmark indices rose over 1%. Foreign investors have poured $3.6 billion into Indian equities so far this year, outperforming many global markets. The markets gained on positive US jobs data but slipped on India's lower-than-expected GDP growth of 6.9% for fiscal year 2012. Hopes of further aid to Greece helped the markets recover. Key factors to watch this week include India's January inflation data and various major company earnings announcements. The outlook is for a range-bound market between 5,200-5,480 points.
Watertown, MA FY 2012 preliminary budget overviewneocMatt
The document provides an overview of the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2012 for the Town of Watertown. It includes details on projected revenues, expenditures, debt levels, reserve funds, and comparisons to the fiscal year 2011 budget. The preliminary budget forecasts revenues of $110 million and expenditures of $90 million in fiscal year 2014. Key issues addressed in developing the fiscal year 2012 budget include uncertainty around future local aid, economy-driven revenues, collective bargaining agreements, capital projects funding, and rising costs for health insurance and retirement benefits.
The key points from the document are:
1) In the past week, Indian markets gained over 2% despite consolidating in the last 3 sessions, buoyed by hopes that major central banks will enact stimulus measures.
2) The BSE Sensex surged 2.13% for the week while the Nifty gained 2.27%.
3) The RBI maintained its status quo on interest rates, dashing hopes of a stimulus, but markets recovered and moved higher later in the week on global optimism.
The EU-MS' Economies of central and east EuropeDirk Verbeken
CEE economies weathered challenges in 2011 such as reduced capital inflows and weak growth in the euro area. While CEE growth of 3.1% resumed convergence with the EU15, growth has weakened in each quarter of 2011 and 2012. Exports and imports continued contributing to growth, though export growth has decelerated, especially for intra-EU trade of intermediate goods. Despite the difficult external environment, bold fiscal measures have strengthened public finances in CEE, but further strengthening remains a priority.
The document summarizes the current state of the Indian economy and key industries based on a presentation by the President of CRISIL Research. It finds that (1) domestic and global macroeconomic conditions remain weak, though recent reforms provide hope; (2) industry profit margins have stabilized after declining for several quarters; and (3) capital investments are expected to decline for the second straight year, especially among private sector companies, due to policy inaction on land acquisition, mining, and other issues according to a poll of companies.
Print efficiency in Heatset Web OffsetSappiHouston
The document discusses print efficiency in heatset web offset printing. It notes that increasing efficiency is crucial for sustainability in the printing business. On average, heatset printers currently achieve 80% paper use efficiency and 65% time efficiency, resulting in an overall efficiency of 52%. There is potential to improve overall efficiency to around 60% through measures like reducing paper waste, decreasing makeready times, and increasing press uptime. Specific examples are provided to illustrate how efficiency gains in areas like paper usage, press speeds, and waste reduction could significantly lower costs for printers.
The document discusses the typical crew and functions for operating a heatset press, which usually includes 2-4 people to adjust colors, folders, and the reel stand. It also outlines how to adjust the ink feed, fountain solution, web speed, and web tension on the press. Finally, it provides information on the anatomy of an average print job, including typical run sizes, speeds, waste percentages, and time estimates.
The document provides an overview of recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, Japan and Germany. It summarizes GDP forecasts, inflation rates, unemployment, consumer confidence indexes and other metrics. According to the document, GDP growth is expected to improve in the US and Eurozone in 2014, while Japan's GDP forecast was lowered slightly. Inflation remains a concern in the Eurozone. The German economy started 2014 promisingly with rising business sentiment indicators.
Greenpeace conducted a year-long investigation into Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), the world's third largest pulp and paper producer, and found that APP was systematically violating Indonesia's laws protecting ramin, an internationally protected tree species. Greenpeace made multiple visits to APP's largest pulp mill in Indonesia where they identified and took samples from 46 ramin logs mixed in with other rainforest species waiting to be pulped. Tests confirmed the samples were from ramin. A Greenpeace Indonesia official said this shows APP's main pulp mill regularly contains illegal ramin despite their public claim of having zero tolerance for illegal timber.
Sappi considers itself a true friend of families because its by-product lignosulfates is used in many building materials commonly found in homes, such as concrete, plasterboards, and bricks. Lignosulfates act as adhesive and binding agents in these construction materials and are also non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Sappi's production was even used to help construct the latest buildings at Frankfurt International Airport.
The document lists various international paper and board sizes for different uses. It provides the size measurements in millimeters for series including A, B, C, SRA, and stock sizes. The A series is for all printing work, C series is for envelopes or folders to hold A series items, B series is for posters and wall charts, and SRA and stock sizes are for bleeds and extra trims.
Scuffing occurs during post-press operations in sheet-fed and heatset offset printing when heavily inked areas are pressed against non-printing areas on other pages. It appears as a sandpaper effect and is not related to drying in heatset printing. Waxes added to inks and used in silicon solutions can minimize scuffing by reducing friction between inked and non-inked areas during conveyance, stacking, and binding.
Paper technology : wood pulp - bleaching 2SappiHouston
This document discusses the process of wood pulp production. Wood chips are cooked for 8-10 hours with magnesium bisulphite in a digester. This chemically removes lignin from the wood, making it water-soluble and able to be washed out, leaving behind pulp. The pulp is then washed and bleached before being compressed into bales for shipping.
The document discusses sheet offset printing and the printing process. It explains that register marks are used to correctly position printing plates when colors are misaligned. It also mentions that densitometers or scanners are used to measure control strips and determine if more or less ink is needed in certain areas. Additionally, it notes that after printing, sheets may be cut in half before being folded in the folding machine to the uncut end size.
The document discusses the coating process used in paper production. Coating involves covering a paper surface with a pigment layer to enhance properties like visual appeal, ink absorption and smoothness. The key steps are: (1) preparing a water-based coating mixture of pigments, binders and additives; (2) applying the coating using methods like blade coating, curtain coating or size pressing; and (3) drying the coated paper using infrared heaters or airfoil dryers. Coating improves paper characteristics for printing or other end uses.
Good runnability is connected to accumulations on the printing blanket versus the washing interval. Accumulations can affect runnability if the washing interval is reduced significantly, which can deteriorate print quality and risk blanket damage. Common accumulation problems include linting with uncoated papers, fibre picking with LWC papers related to shives, coating picking usually from issues in the papermaking process rather than surface strength, and carry-over piling related to ink tack and setting speed. Non-image area problems include dusting of pigment particles on matt and silk coated papers, milking from calcium or fountain solution problems, and ghosting/vanishing dots which is currently the most common problem in heatset printing though the mechanism is
Economic Indicators and Monthly Overview October 2015SappiHouston
The document summarizes economic indicators and forecasts from Europe, the US, and Japan in October 2015. In Europe, GDP growth forecasts remained stable for 2015 but declined slightly for 2016, and industrial confidence increased slightly while consumer confidence declined. In the US, GDP forecasts remained the same for 2015 but declined slightly for 2016. Japan's GDP forecasts declined for both 2015 and 2016, and its credit rating was downgraded. The document also includes charts and data on topics like GDP, inflation, unemployment, and business climate indexes for various countries and regions.
Printing technology web offset printing SappiHouston
Web offset printing is a printing technique where the ink is transferred to a rubber blanket cylinder before being printed onto the paper. There are two main types of web offset printing machines: newspaper printing machines capable of printing at speeds up to 900 meters per minute, and commercial web offset machines. Key aspects of web offset printing include the multi-unit design where each unit has plate cylinders, blanket cylinders, and drying processes to print and dry the ink between each successive color. The document then provides diagrams and descriptions of the various components involved in web offset printing, from the printing units to the reeling, drying, and folding of the finished printed material.
Economic Indicators and Monthly Overview August 2015SappiHouston
The document provides an overview of recent economic indicators from Europe, the US, Japan, and Germany. It summarizes GDP forecasts, inflation rates, unemployment, industrial and consumer confidence indexes, and capacity utilization in the EU. Charts show trends in these indicators. The report also provides data on business climate indexes in Germany and worldwide from IFO and advertising expenditure forecasts from ZenithOptimedia.
The document discusses adjusting various aspects of an operating printing press, including:
1) Adjusting ink and water feed manually or automatically at low speed to minimize waste during setup.
2) Adjusting ink feed based on maintaining constant print density, the pressman's eye, and proofs accepted by the client.
3) Adjusting water feed based on the minimum needed level, the pressman's experience with the paper, and previously printed sheets, with make-ready waste typically being 500-5,000 copies.
The document provides an economic and market summary for the week of November 26th, 2012. Key points include:
- Global stock markets rebounded last week on hopes of a US fiscal cliff agreement. However, resolving the fiscal cliff remains uncertain.
- In the eurozone, Moody's downgraded France's credit rating and further loan delays weighed on markets. Flash PMIs pointed to ongoing eurozone contraction in Q4.
- In Portugal, the sixth review found the bailout program on track, but unemployment and recession risks remain.
- US housing data continued to show recovery, while initial jobless claims fell. China's manufacturing PMI rose above 50, supporting steady recovery there.
Portugal passed the sixth review of its bailout program, allowing it to receive the next loan tranche. However, downside risks to growth remain significant, and Portugal will have trouble meeting its fiscal targets. The EU summit failed to reach an agreement on the 2014-2020 budget. Chinese and German manufacturing PMIs rose, pointing to continued but weak recovery, while French and euro area PMIs fell, indicating ongoing contraction. Moody's downgraded France, which could strain the French-German relationship. Housing data in the US continues to recover. Japan's upcoming election may lead to more monetary and fiscal stimulus to end yen appreciation.
1. Most economic indicators show signs that the recession has bottomed out in major OECD economies. GDP growth is projected to return in the third quarter of 2009 for the US and Eurozone.
2. However, unemployment has continued to rise sharply in many countries. Inflation remains low, reflecting falling oil and commodity prices.
3. Central banks have expanded their balance sheets significantly through large bond purchase programs. Government bond rates have stabilized after substantial declines.
4. While recovery appears to have started, the outlook remains uncertain depending on the strength of the upturn in private demand. Policy support will be needed to foster job creation and sustainable growth.
Global economic activity is picking up, but the continuing crisis in the euro area is delaying a meaningful recovery and job creation, the OECD said in its latest Interim Economic Assessment.
This presentation summarises recent macroeconomic developments in Latvia and outlines a medium-term outlook for real GDP and inflation. Presentation reviews ongoing economic recovery, labour market issues and includes analyses on core factors behind the path of inflation. The main focus of the presentation is on the issue of competitiveness of the Latvian economy pointing to the costs adjustment process and productivity gains, as well as presenting export performance, market shares and current account developments. Presentation also features slides on monetary and financial market developments.
The document provides a weekly summary of market and economic perspectives from December 10th, 2012. It discusses equity market performance, fiscal cliff negotiations in the US, disappointing US economic data, upcoming central bank meetings and decisions, and economic indicators and forecasts from various countries. Key points covered include ECB rate cuts and downward revisions to eurozone growth forecasts, declines in German and UK GDP forecasts, a drop in the US unemployment rate, and interest rate cuts by central banks in Australia and Poland.
The document discusses the state of the US economy and the role of monetary policy. It provides an analysis of key economic indicators and headwinds facing recovery. GDP growth in 2012 was supported by consumption, investment and government spending. Housing prices and production are improving but wages remain low. The document evaluates current monetary policy tools and makes recommendations, suggesting policy should remain accommodative given unemployment and deflation risks outweigh inflation concerns. It recommends the Federal Reserve continue its current policy path.
Lessons from Latvia’s internal adjustment strategyLatvijas Banka
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2. Economic Outlook Monthly Overview – November 2012
Europe:
• Consensus November GDP forecast for WE improved from -0,3% to -0,2% for 2012 and
decreased from 0,4% to 0,3% for 2013.
• Both, the EU industrial confidence and the consumer confidence indicator improved in October.
• The IFO Business Climate index for Germany rose again after six successive decreases. Both,
the current business situation and the future business development were accessed somewhat
less pessimistic. The German economy is holding up in the face of the euro crisis.
• Euro zone recovery prospects remain distant as unemployment edges higher and the outlook
for 2013 deteriorates. The resilience previously displayed by Germany has eroded.
US:
• Consensus November GDP forecast for the US improved from 2,1% to 2,2% for 2012 and
decreased from 2,0% to 1,9% for 2013.
• Growth edged up to 2% q-o-q in Q3, but the 2013 outlook remains clouded by adverse fiscal
fundamentals and the ‘Fiscal Cliff’ looming. GDP growth in Q4 will likely be hurt by hurricane
Sandy.
Japan:
• The November GDP growth forecast for Japan decreased again considerably from 2,3% to
1,8% for 2012 and from 1,3% to 0,8% for 2013.
• Japanese GDP forecasts have been significantly downgraded, driven in part by a collapse in
Q3 production.
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4. Economic Indicators – GDP EU 27
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
06Q1
'07Q1
12 Q1
'11 Q1
'08 Q1
'09 Q1
'10 Q1
GDP for the EU 27 countries at constant prices quarter vs same quarter of last year
Source: Eurostat Nov 12
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5. Economic Indicators – GDP EU 27
1
0.5
0
-0.5
-1
-1.5
-2
-2.5
'06Q1
'07Q1
'11 Q1
'08 Q1
'09 Q1
'10 Q1
12 Q1
GDP for the EU 27 countries at constant prices quarter on quarter
Source: Eurostat Nov 12
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6. Economic Indicators –EU 27 Consumer Price Index
4.5
4
3.5
3 2.6
2.5
% 2
1.5
1
0.5
0
'11/1
'08/1
'09/1
'10/1
12/1
The harmonized index of consumer prices is the result of the collaboration
between Eurostat and National Statistical Institutes of the Member States.
Source: Eurostat Nov 12
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7. Economic Indicators – ECB interest rate
5,5
5,0
4,5
4,0
3,5
3,0 Nov.12; 2,2
2,5
2,0 Eurozone inflation
1,5
FED rate Dec 12; 0,75
1,0
0,5 ECB short-term rate Dec 12; 0,25
0,0
-0,5
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 11
Jan 12
July 08
Jul.09
Jul.10
July 11
Jul.12
Source: ECB, FED Dec 12
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8. Economic Indicators –EU 27 Unemployment Rate
11
10.7
10
9
8
7
6
Jan 11
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 12
Unemployment rate for EU 27 countries
Source: Eurostat Dec 12
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9. Economic Indicators – Industrial Confidence Ind EU
Industrial confidence within EU 27 improved in November.
10
5
0
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
-35
-40
Jan 11
Jan 06
Jan 07
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 12
The Industrial Confidence Indicator is the arithmetic average of the answers to the
questions on production expectations, order books and stocks.
Source: Eurostat Dec 12
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10. Economic Indicators – Consumer Confidence Ind EU
Consumer Confidence within EU 27 improved slightly in November.
0
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
-35
Jan 11
Jan 06
Jan 07
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 12
The Consumer Confidence Indicator is the arithmetic average of the answers to the questions
on the financial situation of households and general economic situation (past and future)
together with that on the advisability of making major purchases.
Source: Eurostat Dec 12
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11. Economic Indicators – Capacity Utilization
in Manufacturing Industry in % - EU 27
85
80
75
%
70
65
60
0…
0…
0…
0…
0…
0…
1…
1…
1…
The capacity utilization in manufacturing industry gives the level of capacity utilization
in percent, as assessed by managers in manufacturing industry.
Source: Eurostat Nov 12
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13. Economic Indicators – IFO World Economic Climate
The Ifo World Economic climate worsened again in the 4th quarter 2012
This indicator is being updated on a quarterly basis.
Source: IFO Nov 12
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14. Economic Indicators – IFO WE Economic Climate
The economic climate for Western Europe worsened again in the
4th quarter 2012.
This indicator is being updated on a quarterly basis.
Source: IFO Nov 12
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15. Economic Indicators – IFO NA Economic Climate
This indicator is being updated on a quarterly basis.
Source: IFO Nov 12
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16. Economic Indicators – GDP Forecast Euro Area
GDP growth for 2012 was revised downwards from the December forecast.
Source: IFO Jul 12
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18. Economic Indicators – Exchange rate $ vs €
Source: IFO Dec 12
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19. Economic Indicators –
Ifo business situation and 6 month expectations
Business situation 6 months expectations
125 115
120 110
115 105
110 100
105
95
100
95 90
90 85
85 80
80 75
Jan 11
Jan 11
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 12
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 12
The Ifo Business Climate index for Germany rose again after six successive decreases.
Companies expressed slightly greater satisfaction with their current business situation.
They also were far less pessimistic about future business developments. The German
economy is holding up in the face of the euro crisis.
The IFO-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung business situation index shows the current evaluation
of the economic situation, while the 6 month expectations index shows the expectations of the
companies for the next 6 months. Over 7000 companies are being interviewed.
Source: IFO Dec 12
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20. Economic Indicators – IFO Assessment of Current
Business Situation
The Ifo Business Climate index for Germany rose again after six successive decreases.
Companies expressed slightly greater satisfaction with their current business situation.
They also were far less pessimistic about future business developments. The German
economy is holding up in the face of the euro crisis.
Source: IFO Dec 12
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21. Economic Indicators – IFO business climate index
printing industry
The business climate within the printing industry deteriorated from +1 to -9 in November.
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Jan 11
Jan 12
The IFO-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung business climate index for the printing industry is
based on a monthly representative questionnaire to 300 German printers.
Source: IFO Dec 12, bundesverband druck und medien
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22. Economic Indicators – IFO business climate index
printing industry
Business Development at German Printers – November 12:
The assessment of the current business situation in the
printing industry remained on the same level like in October
with+12%, in November 2011 the value was slightly lower with
+8%.
The business climate – an indicator for the development in
the next quarter – decreased from +1% to -9%, worse than in the
same month last year (-3%).
The business expectations for the coming 6 months decreased
considerably from -9% to -28%..
The IFO-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung business climate index for the printing industry is
based on a monthly representative questionnaire to 300 German printers.
Source: IFO Dec 12, bundesverband druck und medien
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24. Advertising Growth – Zenith 12/12 Press release
Global ad expenditure forecast to strengthen over the next three years,
rising from 3,3 % in 2012 to 4,1% in 2013 and 5,6% in 2015
Peripheral Eurozone to shrink 4,0% in 2013, stabilize in 2014 and grow
2% in 2015
Developing markets to contribute 61% of adspend growth between
2012 and 2015 and increase their share of global adspend from 34% to
37%
Online video and social media to help drive 20% annual growth in
internet display over the next three years
Internet advertising to exceed combined newspaper and magazine total
in 2015
Source: Zenith 12/12
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25. Advertising Growth – Zenith 12/12 Press release
At current prices
Source: Zenith 12/12
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