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Uncertainty Reigns in the Lumber Market

Uncertainty Reigns in the Lumber Market

Lumber Market Update: A Waiting Game

With proposed tariffs on Canadian lumber looming, the market is stuck in neutral—engines revving but waiting to see which light turns green. Buyers, sellers, and suppliers alike are in wait-and-see mode, unsure how pricing and supply will shake out.

Will costs spike? Will demand shift?

No one has the answers yet. Even if tariffs are implemented, the uncertainty won’t end. Will mills raise prices in response, or will the market remain flat due to currently weak demand? For now, we’re watching and waiting—but rest assured, we’ll keep you updated as the situation unfolds.

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2025 Lumber Market Outlook

2025 Lumber Market Outlook

Natural disasters like California wildfires and Hurricane Helene are reshaping the U.S. lumber market. While prices have stabilized recently, the demand for rebuilding materials is expected to surge, creating potential fluctuations in supply and costs. With millions of board feet needed for recovery efforts, suppliers face mounting challenges, including resource competition, transportation strain, and sustainability concerns. Now is a critical time for buyers to secure materials as the market prepares for the upcoming battle for building supplies.

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What to Expect from the Lumber Market during the Holidays

What to Expect from the Lumber Market during the Holidays

Holiday trends in the lumber market reveal slower seasonal demand but unique challenges like looming tariffs, mill closures, and slim inventories. With mills planning extended holiday downtime and tight supply heading into 2025, expect steady prices and potential buying opportunities. Discover how the lumber market is poised for a surge in demand after the new year!

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Counting Boards and Boosting Efficiency: Trio’s Yard Will Be Closed for One Day to Prepare for New Tech Updates!

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Trio’s yard will be closed on Friday,

October 11th, 2024 for a physical inventory

During this time, we will be implementing new inventory management software.

While we do not anticipate any major disruptions to the bulk of orders, a few complex or custom orders may experience slight delays. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this transition.

We believe that the new system will ultimately improve our efficiency and allow us to better serve your needs.

Making Trio Even Better—Just for You!

We’re super excited about the changes being implemented next month, as we work to make your experience at Trio even smoother every day.

We can’t wait for you to see the difference!

— The Trio Team