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<\/span>Canfor Corporation announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024, reporting an operating loss of $46 million and a shareholder net loss of $63 million, or $0.53 per share.<\/p>\n

Financial performance and market trends<\/strong><\/p>\n

A supply-driven uptick in North American lumber markets contributed to improved results from Canfor\u2019s Western Canadian and US South operations. The company also reported another quarter of solid earnings from its European segment. Despite ongoing volatility, the company remains optimistic about long-term market fundamentals.<\/p>\n

In addition, Canfor acquired an additional 7% of the outstanding shares in Vida for a total consideration of $118.3 million (SEK 916.6 million). The company also successfully launched operations at its new greenfield sawmill in Axis, Alabama, and completed a major modernization and expansion at the Urbana sawmill in Arkansas.<\/p>\n

Pulp business and operational challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n

Canfor Pulp reported improved results for the quarter, supported by relatively stable global pulp market fundamentals and some positive momentum late in the period. However, challenges persist, particularly with the availability of economically viable fibre in British Columbia, which continues to impact operations in the region.<\/p>\n

Lumber market outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n

North American lumber markets saw a modest improvement in the fourth quarter, driven by a slight decline in interest rates that supported increased residential construction activity. However, affordability concerns and broader economic uncertainty remain key factors affecting demand. Supply-side pressures, including fibre shortages and market-related curtailments, contributed to rising North American benchmark prices.<\/p>\n

Offshore lumber markets also experienced some pricing improvements. In China, reduced imports from Russia and lower European supply due to the spruce beetle led to price appreciation. Similarly, Japan saw fewer imports from Europe, contributing to a quarter-over-quarter improvement in pricing.<\/p>\n

Challenges ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Canfor anticipates continued volatility in global lumber markets through the first half of 2025. In North America, affordability constraints and economic uncertainty are expected to weigh on demand for new home construction and the repair and remodeling sector. However, permanent mill closures, particularly in Western Canada, along with fibre and market-related curtailments, are expected to provide some modest pricing support.<\/p>\n

Recent trade developments add further complexity to the outlook. The preliminary anti-dumping results for the sixth period of review indicate that Canfor\u2019s anti-dumping duty rate for 2023 was 34.61%. Upon finalization of this rate in the third quarter of 2025, the company\u2019s combined cash deposit rate will increase to 40.75%. Additional countervailing duty rate adjustments are expected later in 2025. Furthermore, as of March 2025, new US tariffs of 25% on Canadian goods will add to existing duties, creating further cost pressures for Canfor\u2019s Canadian operations.<\/p>\n

Despite these challenges, Canfor continues to leverage its geographically diverse platform, with operations in the US South and Sweden helping to mitigate the impact of tariffs and other market pressures. The company is also focusing on strengthening its presence in offshore markets and shifting production from its Canadian facilities towards domestic markets in Western Canada.<\/p>\n

European market dynamics<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Europe, lumber pricing is expected to gain some upward momentum in early 2025, driven by supply constraints following the impact of the spruce beetle. While demand remains relatively soft, modest improvements in affordability are expected to support a slight increase in residential construction activity. Meanwhile, offshore lumber markets in China are likely to remain subdued in the near term due to ongoing challenges in the real estate sector, while Japan may see a moderate uplift in pricing due to tighter supply conditions.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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