Woodfiber demand and pricing soften in East Canada with troubled major producers pushing back on costs

摘要

Woodfiber demand remains weak in Eastern Canada currently for most grades. Pricing continued a downward trend through the first quarter, off 5-14% for all roundwood and chip items. Sources said markets are responding to a simple equation of reduced consumption and ready volumes. Favorable weather in Quebec and Ontario helps keep delivery headaches to a minimum for buyers, and pricing pressure is steady downward from major consumers in financial distress.