Weak demand and high timber prices push Setra to Q2 loss
Swedish wood industry company Setra Group AB reported an operating loss of SEK 60 million (€4.9 million) for the [...]
August 27, 2025
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Estonian timber sector sees Q2 price adjustments, investments and mergers continue
The Estonian timber market experienced notable developments in the second quarter of 2025, with prices in private forests generally declining [...]
August 27, 2025
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Has the demand for wood in Finland peaked?
Finland’s forestry sector has yet to purchase roughly half of the wood required for 2025, raising questions about market [...]
August 27, 2025
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U.S. forest products industry divided over Brazilian tariffs
The U.S. forest products industry is locked in a debate as the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs on Brazilian [...]
August 27, 2025
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Latvia: AmberBirch doubles veneer production with €50 million investment
Latvian veneer producer AmberBirch is making nearly €50 million in investments in Krustpils to double its production capacity and expand [...]
August 27, 2025
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Nordic timber companies see volatility and margin squeeze in first half 2025
Six major Nordic timber and forest industry companies posted mixed results in the first half of 2025 as high raw [...]
August 26, 2025
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Prospects for U.S. lumber prices
Recent analysis of the U.S. lumber market suggests that prices have significant upside potential over the coming months, as [...]
August 26, 2025
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U.S.-EU trade deal limits lumber tariffs to 15% and eases EUDR compliance for American exports
The White House and the EU commission announced further details of the framework agreement they signed which has significant consequences [...]
August 26, 2025
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Mellanskog cuts prices for first time in nearly six years
Mellanskog, one of Sweden’s leading wood suppliers, has reduced the base price of hardwood pulpwood by SEK 50 to [...]
August 26, 2025
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China log import overview: European shipments increase following rail connectivity
According to China Customs, China’s log imports reached 16.79 million cubic metres valued at US$2.695 billion [...]
August 23, 2025
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