Tag: lumber trade

  • Montréal Wood Convention 2026: Highlights II

    Oil shock, housing, and trade uncertainty in focus at MWC: part II A panel of industry leaders at the recent Montréal Wood Convention examined key market drivers, including U.S. housing starts, mass timber growth, the repair and remodelling (R&R) segment, and ongoing trade uncertainty. Industry panel Moderated by Mark Allison of Boscus Canada, the discussion…

  • Lumber Sales Remain Low on Slow Construction Activity

    There was no noticeable increase in demand for North America construction framing dimension softwood lumber in the middle of April. Prices remained mostly flat, with some items correcting down slightly. Players spent a lot of time tracking down where was delivery of their solid wood products already ordered. Sellers were managing the location of trucks…

  • Montréal Wood Convention 2026: Highlights I

    Oil shock, housing, and trade uncertainty in focus at MWC: part I Oil shocks, inflation and a softening economy are converging at a critical moment for North America, with potential ripple effects for the forest products sector, Benjamin Tal of CIBC Capital Markets told delegates at the Montreal Wood Convention. Industry leaders outline risks and…

  • Madison’s Lumber Prices Index now live on NAHB.org

    Big news for the building and housing industry! Madison’s Reporter trusted lumber pricing data is now live on the National Association of Home Builders website—bringing even greater visibility to one of North America’s most relied-upon market indicators. The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index, featured on NAHB’s widely followed framing lumber page, highlights the essential role of timely, accurate data…

  • Madison’s Lumber Prices Index April 24, 2026: US$524 mfbm

    The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending april 24, 2026 is: US$524 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending April 24, 2026 is: US$524 mfbmThis is up 0%, or +$1, from the previous week when it was US$523.This is up +1%, or +$6, from one month ago when it was…