Uncertainty Reigns in the Lumber Market

Finding Balance in Today’s Lumber Market

Oct 3, 2025

The lumber market today leaves wholesalers wedged between mill slowdowns, tariffs, and softer demand. At Trio, we explore what it will take to restore balance — from stable housing starts to consistent mill production — and how smart inventory management can benefit customers.

Warning: 13% Anti Dumping Duty Hits

Jun 28, 2025

As we rolled into July, lumber prices across framing, low grade, OSB, and structural panels showed signs of finding a bottom and beginning to bounce. But bigger waves are on the horizon: with AR6 trade rulings set to take effect, coupled with wildfire impacts, limited log supply, and mill curtailments, price disruptions are expected. Now may be the time to buy ahead of the forecasted 13%–21% increases.

Lumber Market On Edge: What Customers Need to Know

May 22, 2025

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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Uncertainty Reigns in the Lumber Market

With proposed tariffs on Canadian lumber looming, the market is in a holding pattern. Buyers, sellers, and suppliers alike are waiting for clarity, unsure of how pricing and supply will shake out.

Will costs spike? Will demand shift?

No one has the answers yet, and for now, the industry is in ‘wait and see’ mode.

Simple Market Summary:

Right now, the market is stuck in neutral—engines revving and ready to shift gears, but waiting to see which light turns green. The big question remains: Will the proposed tariffs be implemented, and if so, how quickly will they impact pricing?

Even then, the uncertainty doesn’t end. Will all mills raise prices to follow the market up, or will the market sit tight due to currently weak demand across the board? Unfortunately, there are more questions than answers at this point, but we’ll keep you updated as the situation unfolds.

Implications for the Upcoming Lumber Market

Trump issues executive orders addressing lumber production, national security concerns.

President Donald Trump on Saturday signed two executive orders that call for immediately expanding American lumber production and addressing lumber imports’ threat to national security.