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The Lumber Market Today

The Lumber Market Today

The mills’ efforts to spark market movement through closures have failed, and the market remains stable this month. For softwood lumber companies, understanding the current state and future projections of the lumber market in 2024 is crucial. This post explores key aspects such as price trends, supply chain issues, and demand dynamics. Despite attempts to influence the market, stability prevails, making it essential to stay informed about the latest developments and projections in the softwood lumber industry.

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First Quarter 2024 Lumber Industry Update

First Quarter 2024 Lumber Industry Update (Part 2)

Lumber prices volatile? Get the latest Q1 2024 lumber market update. This excerpt analyzes housing starts, mortgage rates, and key building material trends that drive the behavior of the lumber market and affects your lumber purchases.

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Lumber Traders Seek Solace: October 2022

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Lumber Traders Seek Solace for Anticipated Year End Results 

Mill Strikes, Doug Fir Production Slows and Anticipated Curtailments are Announced

Weyerhaeuser Workers Strike Winds Down

After six straight weeks of striking, Weyerhaeuser reached a successful resolution of a work stoppage in Oregon and Washington.  Read more here

Doug Fir Production Slows 

Buyers scramble for Doug Fir as supply becomes limited due to a combination of the Weyerhaeuser mills strike and Canadian mills choosing to run Spruce instead of Doug Fir. Low supply results in an upward shift in Doug Fir prices (if you can even acquire any). 

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