RSM took a detailed look at gross margins across different peer groups to see how each has fared during this time of high inflation. In this article—part of a series—we examine margins for timber companies, lumber producers and homebuilders. Here is what we found. Lumber prices have had a tumultuous two ... READ MORE >
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CHART OF THE DAY: Lumber futures down 33% over past month
Lumber futures have declined 33% since May 7, which likely reflects a mix of falling demand as contractors—shaken by the 372% surge in lumber prices during the past two years—back off potential projects and the slow but steady return of supply. In our estimation, this is one of the key input prices ... READ MORE >