Lumber Market Updates
Dated recaps of what actually moved in lumber and panel pricing, housing demand, and Canadian softwood duty status — published as the news happens, not as evergreen background.
Pricing trends · 2026-07-03
OSB stopped falling in most regions by early June, but late-June commentary still calls it the weakest panel category. What buyers should watch before the next sheathing buy.
Pricing trends · 2026-07-03
Madison's broad framing index rose through late June while housing demand stayed soft. SPF looks supply-tight; SYP is splitting between soft benchmarks and firm substitute grades.
Market analysis · 2026-07-03
AR7 preliminary rates are lower than today’s operative rates but do not take effect until final results. USMCA was not renewed "in its current form" on July 1, but stays in force.