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Construction and log prices, timber market trends, and regulatory sanctions - forest industry news
Third-party companies are bypassing EU sanctions on Russian and Belarusian plywood, while US softwood log prices are set for an increase. China's plywood exports have risen by 24%. The EU has postponed the introduction of tariffs on US goods, and there are signs of recovery in Estonia's wood industry.
Read the whole article2025-03-26 -
Trends in timber usage in construction and the impact of container rates on timber prices - forest industry news
The UK government commits to using timber in construction. Price increases put pressure on the British softwood market. Global shipping giants announce rate hikes. Rising costs for new homes — timber tariffs impact homeowners.
Read the whole article2025-03-21 -
Tariffs on Canadian lumber products, import volumes in the UK, and VMD statistics - forest industry news
The US plans to raise tariffs on Canadian lumber products, Germany's timber industry struggles with weak construction demand, timber imports rise in the UK, and a review of Latvia's forestry sector.
Read the whole article2025-03-14 -
US tariff rates, construction growth plans in the UK, China's log import market - forest industry news
The US plans to nearly triple anti-dumping duty rates on Canadian softwood lumber, the UK’s environment minister has unveiled new timber construction growth plans, and China’s softwood log inventories have slightly increased, but demand has not yet fully recovered.
Read the whole article2025-03-06 -
Sawlog prices in Estonia, Bank of England cuts interest rates, US-China trade war – forestry industry news
Due to raw material shortages, sawlog prices in Estonia are likely to increase in the second quarter. The Bank of England cuts interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5%, offering relief to UK residents. The ECB has reduced borrowing costs five times since June to support the eurozone economy. Investors forecast at least three more rate cuts this year to boost economic growth.
Read the whole article2025-02-17
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