US tariffs to curb Canadian lumber demand and profitability, Moody’s warns
Moody’s Investors Service expects the latest round of US tariffs and countervailing duties on Canadian lumber to reduce demand [...]
November 11, 2025
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Spruce shortages hit German sawmills despite stable prices
Germany’s sawmills are short of softwood, particularly spruce. The poor supply situation and its causes were discussed by participants [...]
November 11, 2025
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Finnish sawmill exports rise but challenges persist
The production of sawmill companies in Finland rose to €8.8 million in January–September 2025, up 9 percent from [...]
November 11, 2025
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Ikea profit falls 26% as U.S. tariffs drive up costs
Sweden’s Inter Ikea, the company that supplies furniture to Ikea stores worldwide, reported a 26% drop in annual operating [...]
November 11, 2025
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Provisional duties on Brazilian plywood imports in place
The European Commission will impose a 5.4% provisional anti-dumping duty on imports of softwood plywood from Brazil, effective [...]
November 7, 2025
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Steady lumber prices reflect thin order flow and high dealer stocks
Lumber futures steadied around $540 per thousand board feet, hovering near seven-week lows, after a sharp selloff driven mainly [...]
November 7, 2025
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China log market remains steady due to subdued demand
Export log prices in October remained stable compared with September, with average wharf gate (AWG) prices unchanged. CFR prices in [...]
November 4, 2025
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UK traders competing fiercely for sales to year-end
With the fourth quarter underway, weak demand has been creating difficulties for UK softwood traders as they struggle to secure [...]
November 4, 2025
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EUDR to proceed on schedule as Commission rules out further delay
The European Commission has confirmed that the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will proceed as planned, rejecting calls for a further [...]
November 4, 2025
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EU may ease its climate requirements
The European Commission may relax its carbon sink targets after acknowledging that several member states are struggling to meet their [...]
November 4, 2025
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