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SCA sees considerable growth in its wood product segment

SCA reported higher delivery volumes in its wood product segment in 2025,…

Despite trade issues in the US and Europe, China’s plywood exports hit record high

China’s plywood exports rose to a record level in 2025 despite prolonged…

Germany’s timber trade backs Mercosur and India deals, urges Commission to move despite blockade

Germany’s timber trade has voiced strong support for the EU-Mercosur and EU-India…

Italy’s woodworking machinery output declines as competition from China intensifies

The global woodworking and furniture machinery sector is moving out of the…

What are the prospects for lumber prices as spring 2026 approaches?

Nearby physical lumber futures ended 2025 at $576 per 1,000 board feet,…

Holmen’s 2025 operating profit falls 12% as weak construction and low power prices limit earnings

Sweden’s Holmen AB reported an operating profit of SEK 3.27 billion (€309…

China slowdown hits European softwood lumber exports hard

European timber exports to China fell significantly in 2025, affecting both trade…

Structural decline persists in Germany’s timber industry workforce

The economic situation of Germany’s timber industry remains strained, with structural contraction…

Madison’s Lumber Prices Index January 30, 2026: US$494 mfbm

The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending january 30, 2026 is: US$494 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending January 30, 2026 is: US$494 mfbmThis is down -0%, or -$2, from the previous week when it was US$496.This is up +7%, or +$34, from one month ago when it was […] The post Madison’s Lumber Prices Index January 30, 2026: US$494 mfbm first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

Central Europe construction downturn and limited log supply pressure sawmills

The associations of the sawmill and wood industry from Germany, Austria, and…