Global softwood lumber market faces uneven demand and high costs in 2025

In 2025, the global softwood lumber market is experiencing a complex mix of regional divergences, high input costs, and uneven demand patterns. Europe shows a clear split between domestic consumption and export opportunities. Germany, for instance, exported 4.73 million cubic meters of softwood lumber in the first seven months of the year, a slight increase over 2024. However, shipments within the European Union fell sharply, particularly to Austria, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, reflecting weakened construction activity and constrained demand. In contrast, exports to North America, led by the United States, surged, with higher average prices mitigating some of ...

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