Lumber prices are down 24% from their mid-March peak amid subdued home-building activity.
The combination of oversupply and falling demand for lumber are driving prices down, say industry experts.
AdvertisementLumber prices have plunged this year as the peak home-building season falls flat amid subdued demand.
Putting added pressure on lumber prices is that the commodity is experiencing a period of oversupply.
And falling demand combined with rising supply can be a powerful dynamic that puts downward pressure on prices.
Persons:
—, Josh Goodman, Goodman, Kyle Little, Little
Organizations:
Service, Sherwood Lumber, Product