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Lumber Market On Edge:  What Customers Need to Know

Lumber Market On Edge: What Customers Need to Know

Lumber prices are at their lowest levels in months—but that may not last. With new trade duties on the horizon and possible mill shutdowns already underway, supply could tighten fast. In this market update, we break down what’s happening, what’s coming, and why now is a smart time to buy if you’ve got upcoming jobs. Don’t wait until prices spike—get ahead of the curve with Trio’s insights.

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Lumber Tariffs Update

Lumber Tariffs Update

Tariff shifts, Canadian exemptions, and supply chain woes shake the lumber market. Find out how it impacts prices, housing, and builder plans.

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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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Lumber Market Considerations: March and April 2023

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What do flat lines in our graphs mean for the lumber market?
Perhaps is means that supply and demand are at a temporary check mate.

Even though interest rates continue to fluctuate, nationwide residential housing starts are up and permits are also up overall since January. Approximately 75% of builders anticipated housing starts down in 2023. Builders confidence has improved by about 20% after Q1.
Multifamily is predicted to stay strong for this upcoming spring season.

As winter winds down, spring conditions are bringing a stronger demand for lumber. Building typically amps up nationwide with favorable weather conditions.

Overall, our business partners are cautiously optimistic about the consistency in volume demand for 2023.