Stora Enso’s wood products division sees 17% rise in sales, due to higher sales prices and demand

Stora Enso’s wood products division reported a 17% year-on-year increase in sales for Q4 2024, reaching EUR 400 million. This growth was primarily driven by higher sales prices and increased volumes for sawn wood. Despite stronger demand, the overall market remained affected by continued low construction activity, which constrained further expansion. However, rising raw material costs continued to put pressure on margins. The company’s adjusted EBIT improved significantly compared to the previous year, increasing by EUR 15 million to EUR -12 million. While this marks a substantial improvement from Q4 2023, when adjusted EBIT stood ...