Date posted
Nov
30
Canadian duty increases and rail issues in the West, combined with a sudden rush by buyers to market, has pushed the market higher. The experts...
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Hear from experts on the latest trends in the NA lumber markets
This SBCA podcast focuses on the latest trends in North American lumber markets. Each week, experts in the lumber industry will provide insight into the latest trends and provide timely commentary on the many factors impacting the supply and demand of the lumber used in structural components. Their commentary and analysis will be focused on the lumber species and grades most commonly used in the component manufacturing industry and will provide information you may find helpful in making your next lumber purchase.
We hope you enjoy this podcast. We welcome your feedback and encourage you to submit your questions regarding the lumber market. Our guests will attempt to answer your questions in subsequent podcasts.
Disclaimer: The Mission Statement of SBCA includes providing SBCA members with knowledge to enable them to operate successful companies offering competitive advantages where applicable. SBCA believes supply chain information is exactly the type of information that SBCA should therefore be providing its membership. The information and discussion in this podcast is not intended to reduce competition among existing firms or to prevent new firms from entering the supply of materials to the component manufacturing industry. Information presented here is furthermore for discussion and illustrative purposes only and is neither a recommendation nor an offer to buy and sell any commodities. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast by speakers are their own as of the time of the recording and do not reflect the views, opinions, policies, recommendations, or position of SBCA. Any such views are subject to change at any time, based upon market or other conditions, and SBCA disclaims any responsibility to update such views. These views should not be relied on to make purchasing decisions. Neither SBCA nor the speakers are to be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information included in this podcast.
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Date posted
Nov
17
The current market has reached a healthy equilibrium, offering good opportunities for everyone. However, these veterans warn there are choppy waters...
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Date posted
Nov
1
Some items may see some moderation in coming weeks, both Justin Binning and Ken Timmins agree there may be deals to be had in the short term.
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Date posted
Oct
18
Justin and Ken agree that the lumber market will continue a relatively orderly move upward through the end of the year as demand stays strong and...
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Date posted
Oct
11
Justin and Ken say lumber production capacity and transportation constraints paired with continuing strong demand will slowly push the lumber market...
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Date posted
Sep
21
Justin and Ken say that while supply chain challenges may be hampering completions, housing starts remain robust.
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Date posted
Sep
13
While the power remains in the hands of the lumber buyer, trading is starting to heat up with many species, grades, and sizes.
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Date posted
Aug
24
Summer weather is impacting construction, helping to prolong the current oversupply of most lengths and sizes of lumber.
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Date posted
Aug
18
Justin Binning and Ken Timmins agree now may be a good time to look at your expected demand into the fall and look for deals to take advantage of...
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Date posted
Jul
19
Jeff joins the podcast as a special guest and joins Justin in looking at the causes behind the continuing drop in the lumber market.
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Date posted
Jul
6
Demand has come off in recent weeks leading to greater availability and a drop off in cost for most lumber species and sizes.
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Date posted
Jun
21
DIY is cooling off, causing the big boxes to take a tiny step back, and weather has put the brakes on some regional projects.
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