Read the latest STAR Market Reports
Our Purchasing Manager, Jason Poloway, keeps his ear to the ground collecting the latest information on building material pricing, supply availability, and ongoing market trends. Each month this information is assembled into a comprehensive report, designed to give you the upper hand in your purchasing decisions.
December 2025
Despite seasonal slowdowns commodity prices strengthened this month as mill curtailments and shutdowns reduced production, tightening supply. Market indicators show supply and demand have reached a balance as we enter Q1 2026.
November 2025
The overall tone of the market remains subdued as we move into the holiday season. With year-end approaching, we can expect the seasonal slowdown to continue. Pricing and demand have shown little meaningful movement, and takeaway continues to track at a retrained pace.
October 2025
Mills continue to announce production curtailments in response to the 45% duty and tariff on U.S. exports. However, soft demand has kept supply ahead of demand, limiting the impact.
September 2025
The Western SPF lumber market continued to search for a trading level through September.
August 2025
The North American lumber market remains strained as Canadian mills maintain elevated prices following a 34% duty hike, while U.S. buyers hesitate to engage.
July 2025
The North American lumber market continues to face significant challenges. While U.S. tariffs remain a dominant headline, recent developments have shifted attention to the Canadian–U.S. Softwood Lumber Agreement.
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| STAR Market Report – November 2020 | 1.00 MB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – October 2020 | 888 KB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – September 2020 | 1.06 MB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – August 2020 | 853 KB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – July 2020 | 689 KB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – June 2020 | 260 KB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – May 2020 | 219 KB | Open | |
| STAR Market Report – April 2020 | 714 KB | Open |
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