Supplies to China, Brazil’s largest wood chip importer, fall 6%.
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Russia’s share in pellet supplies dropped to 15%, with a 21% decline in volume.
For the full year, an estimated 1.36 million housing units were started in 2024, down 4% from the 1.42 million units started in 2023.
Largest monthly decline since October 2022; 16% of contracts canceled.
Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on Canadian imports threatens B.C.’s GDP and job market, with a potential $69 billion loss between 2025 and 2028, according to the B.C. Ministry of Finance's assessment.
The average price per ton decreased.
The United States, the leading supplier, contributes to decline with a 38% drop in shipments
CREA projects 532,704 units sold in 2025 with prices averaging $722,221.
In December, the national average sale price was $676,640, reflecting a 2.5% year-over-year gain.
The average price of logs increased 14%.
Millwork prices rise 0.3% as PPI for final demand gains 0.2% in December.
Value increased 37%; average price of lumber dropped.
Japanese cypress (Hinoki) lumber prices see the largest decline among Japanese lumber types.
Brazilian plywood exports rebounded in 2024 following two years of decline.
U.S. median monthly housing payments reach $2,920 as home prices rise 4.3%.
Year-over-year, natural rubber prices dropped by 12%.
Production reached 0.93 million tons.
Vietnam retained its status as Japan's top wood pellet supplier.
Wooden units grow 0.3%, comprising 60% of total starts
Pending sales declined by 3%, recording the first drop in three months.