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Lack of Urgency Brings Lower Lumber Prices
Lumber buyers across North America felt no sense of urgency to stock up on solid wood products, thus into mid-April prices softened further. Historically in the seasonal cycle, at this time of early spring there would be an increase in lumber buying as builders and retailers make purchases for the upcoming construction season. This year…
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Tariffs, Trade Tensions Dominate Montreal Wood Convention
Trade uncertainty, softwood lumber tariffs, and a cooling U.S. housing market were front and centre at this year’s Montreal Wood Convention, held April 8 – 10, where industry leaders gathered to assess the challenges ahead. The event drew strong attendance – a record 1,200 attendees and 112 exhibitors – reflecting a shared need among forestry professionals…
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Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Apr 18, 2025: US$513 mfbm
The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending april 18, 2025 is: US$513 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending April 18, 2025 is: US$513 mfbm.This is down -5%, or -$29, from the previous week when it was US$542.This is down -10%, or -$54, from one month ago when it was…
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Annual COFI Convention: April 2025
A great time was had in Prince George, BC, April 2 – 4 for the annual Council of Forest Industries convention. A jam-packed event of exhibitors and presenters brought 650 participants to the central British Columbia city to discuss the latest development with forestry and the lumber industry across North America: The theme for this…
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Lumber Prices Plateau on Trade Clarity
The beginning of April passed with the agonizing confusion about potential trade disruptions resolved; lumber and forest products were not included in the latest US tariffs. Industry and traders breathed a sigh of relief even while the unknowns continued to unfold. Buyers and sellers alike worked to find where the true market value of solid…
