US lumber prices rise slightly as tariff delay reshapes market

A 30-day postponement in the implementation of tariffs on Canadian lumber shipments to the US has influenced recent trends in framing lumber markets. Sales saw an uptick across most regions and species, although initial price increases early in the week softened back toward previous levels. Western S-P-F sales displayed mixed performance, but several secondary suppliers reported their strongest sales days of the year as buyers sought to bolster lean inventories. While prices remained largely stable compared to last week, supply for select items tightened in later trading. Lumber futures experienced significant volatility on Monday and ...