Production cuts in the sawmill industry reduced the demand for roundwood 

During the second quarter of 2026, business activity on the German softwood…

Finland’s sawlog prices rise slightly in May

Roundwood trade in Finland increased in May compared with April, but the…

Oil prices in free fall as easing Middle East tensions fuel oversupply concerns

Global oil prices fell sharply this week, dropping back to levels last…

European softwood lumber price assessment in May 2026

European softwood lumber markets entered the second quarter of 2026 on a…

US lumber prices rise as Hormuz reopening boosts market sentiment, while supply constraints continue to tighten market

US lumber prices have moved higher in recent days as improving sentiment…

Early June Lumber Market Still Lacks Clear Direction

June arrived to forest products and building materials industry folks acknowledging the reality of ongoing tight supply. The rapidly increasing transportation costs only made the difficulty of sourcing solid wood products at lower prices more severe. Customers with the mentality of prior economics found themselves stymied by sellers who refused even small counter-offers. As sawmill […] The post Early June Lumber Market Still Lacks Clear Direction first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

US lumber prices rise to 8-month high

US lumber prices climbed to $617 per thousand board feet, the highest…

Iran-US reach peace deal: Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz improves outlook for the wood products industry

Oil prices fell more than 4% on Monday after U.S. President Donald…

US lumber prices rise to 8-month high

US lumber prices climbed to $617 per thousand board feet, the highest…

Iran-US reach peace deal: Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz improves outlook for the wood products industry

Oil prices fell more than 4% on Monday after U.S. President Donald…