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Potential impact of the expected adjustment of the US housing market on the global wood supply chain and strategic opportunities for Chinese importers

Fannie Mae's latest economic outlook reveals that U.S. single-family home sales are expected to reach 4.92 million in 2025, and mortgage rates are expected to drop to 6.1%. GDP growth is forecast to be 0.7%. What does this report reveal about global lumber demand and prices? How should Chinese importers adjust their strategies? LumberFlow provides you with an in-depth analysis.

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In-depth analysis: US new home sales surged by 10.9%, chain reaction on China's wood supply chain and price index outlook

The annualized sales rate of new single-family homes in the United States in April 2025 reached 743,000 units, a surge of 10.9% from the previous month, indicating strong demand for domestic wood. LumberFlow experts pointed out that this move may lead to a tightening of the supply of US wood exports to China (potential reduction of 5-10% is expected), and the pressure of FOB price increases will be transmitted within 2-3 months. It is recommended that Chinese importers optimize their procurement portfolio, consider increasing supply from Canada, Europe and other places, and adopt strategic inventory management and forward contracts to lock in prices, while paying close attention to market intelligence to respond to changes.

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FEA authoritative interpretation: Timetable for the implementation of new US tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber and its impact on Chinese importers

The US tariff on Canadian softwood lumber may rise sharply from 14.4% to 34.5%. The final decision will be made in August but may take effect early on July 3. Chinese importers face the dual pressure of supply chain reconstruction and cost

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American Softwood Council Releases 2024 Annual Report: Revealing Timber Demand Growth and Strategic Investment Directions

The 2024 annual report of the American Softwood Council shows that 1.6 billion board feet of demand will be created throughout the year, affecting 1,498 construction projects. Experts point out that this will aggravate the tight supply of North American wood to China and suggest paying attention to alternatives to engineered wood products.

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British Columbia announces new support policy for forestry manufacturers: Chinese importers need to pay attention to changes in high-end wood production capacity

British Columbia announced a forestry subsidy of 11 million Canadian dollars, focusing on supporting the expansion of engineered wood/heavy wood structure production capacity. Chinese importers need to pay attention to the price impact of the increase in the supply of Douglas fir structural materials from Q4 2025. The new route to Prince Rupert Port can shorten the logistics time in South China.

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Canada's March industrial products and raw materials price index released: softwood lumber prices soared 6.4% in a single month, and China's import cost pressure increased sharply

Canadian lumber prices rebounded strongly in March, with softwood prices soaring 6.4% in a single month, a five-month high. Chinese importers are facing price transmission pressure in the second quarter and need to be wary of supply chain fluctuations caused by the US-Canada tariff dispute. Experts recommend giving priority to CNF terms and paying attention to alternative sources of goods from Russia.

Canada's March industrial products and raw materials price index released: softwood lumber prices soared 6.4% in a single month, and China's import cost pressure increased sharply Read More »

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