Interfor sees mid-term stability despite near-term volatility in lumber markets

Interfor Corp (TSX: IFP) expects near-term volatility in North American lumber markets as economic conditions adjust to shifting monetary policies, labour shortages, and geopolitical uncertainty, the company said in its fourth-quarter earnings report. Lumber production across the industry is likely to remain in flux as supply adjusts to match demand. A potential tariff on Canadian lumber exports to the U.S. could add further uncertainty, though Interfor remains well-positioned due to its diversified operations in Canada and the U.S. About 60% of its total lumber production is manufactured and sold within the U.S., with ...