Analyze the sentiment of this statement extracted from a financial news article. Provide your answer as either negative, positive, or neutral.
Text: The maximum grade of the veneer yield is calculated , based on the dimensions and grades of the veneer products , as well as by iterating the places of the peeling axes and simulating the peeling process .
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The maximum grade of the veneer yield is calculated , based on the dimensions and grades of the veneer products , as well as by iterating the places of the peeling axes and simulating the peeling process .