10th International Hardwood Conference: Adapting to economic pressures, climate challenges and regulatory shifts
The 10th International Hardwood Conference convened on November 8, 2024, in Vienna, drawing over 150 participants from 26 countries. Hosted [...]
November 13, 2024
US lumber prices continue to rise due to election optimism and interest rates cut
US lumber prices continued their upward trend this week as traders evaluated key factors likely to shape the market in [...]
November 13, 2024
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Rising log prices challenge Finnish sawmills: a difficult equation for companies
The Finnish sawmill industry is feeling the pressure of rising log prices, which continue to outpace the increase in lumber [...]
November 13, 2024
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IKEA is ready for potential U.S. tariffs under Trump
IKEA has taken steps to shield itself from potential tariffs that could arise under former President Donald Trump’s policies [...]
November 13, 2024
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Stora Enso: Strong wood market situation continues
The strong wood market situation continues, Stora Enso says in its monthly market overview. The price level has been high [...]
November 13, 2024
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EU lawmakers in talks to further weaken EUDR, document shows
Centre-right lawmakers in the European Parliament have made proposals to further weaken the European Union's beleaguered law to [...]
November 12, 2024
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Canadian softwood lumber could face tariff hike up to 30% under Trump’s administration
As Donald Trump returns to the White House, the future of British Columbia’s lumber industry appears increasingly uncertain. The [...]
November 12, 2024
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The current state of the European timber market
As the global economy faces a slowdown, the European timber market is facing a mix of cautious optimism and challenges [...]
November 12, 2024
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Finland’s plywood exports are on the rise
In January-July, Finland's plywood exports decreased by one percent from a year ago, and production by the same [...]
November 12, 2024
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Mood in the German wood industry brightens slightly in October 2024
The mood in the German wood industry brightened slightly in October 2024. Companies were more satisfied with the [...]
November 8, 2024
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