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Beyond Tariffs: A Nuanced Look at US-Canada Lumber Trade

The US-Canada lumber trade is a cornerstone of the North American forest products industry, frequently spotlighted for its tariff disputes and...

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Softwood construction lumber on flag of Canada and United States of America

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U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Lumber: What’s Happening Now and What’s Next – April 2025 Update

Summary The current tariff rate on Canadian softwood lumber is 14.54%. The additional 25% tariff proposed in March was delayed and ultimately...

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Tariffs, Costs, and Profitability: The Lumber Industry at a Crossroads

Early signs in January of a US housing market improvement all but disappeared in February. Demand and prices for softwood lumber were lackluster in...

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Lumber Market Shifts: How New Tariffs Will Reshape the Industry

The economic landscape of North America is experiencing one of the most intense periods of trade tension in its history. President Trump's...

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Navigating the US Housing Market: Positive Trends and Regulatory Challenges

January’s US housing market data was largely positive, which is usually a good sign for the North American softwood lumber industry.

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Could New Government's Tariff and Immigration Plans Mean More Pain than Gain for US Lumber Sector?

America has spoken and the result of the November 5, 2024, US election is a sea-change in government. The big questions now being asked are how the...

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Exploring the Drop in 2Q Lumber Earnings

Recent earnings reports from major forestry companies paint a concerning picture for the lumber industry, with a noticeable decline in 2Q lumber...

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Big Hike in US Duties on Canadian Lumber Shifts More Weight of Weak Market to Canada

The US and Canada have had a long-standing trade dispute over softwood lumber. The US government has backed its lumber industry’s view that Canadian...

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Could Asia’s Pursuit of Greener Buildings Support Future Growth of North American Lumber Exports?

The United States and Canada have a symbiotic relationship regarding softwood lumber trade. The US heavily relies on Canadian lumber to meet its...

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Recent Developments in Finland's Forest Products Sector

In today's fast-paced global economy, staying updated on the developments within Finland's forest products industry is crucial. With its abundant...

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