Unrealistic to expect US self-sufficiency in sawn timber, says Swedish market analyst

On February 11, 2025, the United States paused its plans to impose…

Metsä prepares layoffs at three sawmills

Through change negotiations, the company is preparing for layoffs of the entire…

Setra plans potential sale of Malå sawmill in 2025

Setra Group AB is considering selling its sawmill in Malå, Sweden, during 2025,…

Declining demand pushes latvian sawlog prices lower in 2024; optimistic forecasts for 2025

Over the past six months, Latvia’s wood market has remained relatively stable…

Container price trends of late 2024 to persist into Q1 of 2025

Stepping into 2025, the container trading landscape continues to be shaped by…

Russian government moves to support domestic timber processing due to export difficulties

The Russian timber processing sector is facing difficulties in selling products on…

Stora Enso’s wood products division sees 17% rise in sales, due to higher sales prices and demand

Stora Enso’s wood products division reported a 17% year-on-year increase in sales…

Holmen reports stable wood prices but rising log costs weigh on profits

Swedish sawmiller Holmen has reported continuing low demand for wood products in…

US lumber prices rise slightly as tariff delay reshapes market

A 30-day postponement in the implementation of tariffs on Canadian lumber shipments…

Germany’s wood exports to China decline—will demand shift to the US?

As 2025 unfolds, Germany’s wood market finds itself at a crossroads full…