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Trump orders probe into US lumber imports

President Donald Trump signed actions to boost domestic lumber production and ordered the Commerce Department to investigate the national security risks posed by lumber imports.
The measures include streamlining the permitting process for harvesting lumber from public lands and sourcing more timber to reduce costs.
Trump’s order may lead to potential tariffs on imported lumber, adding to existing duties amid trade disputes.
Home builders have criticized the tariffs for raising lumber prices and contributing to inflation in housing costs.

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This S&P 500 Stock Spotlighted By Trump's Tariffs, Executive Order

Lumber producer Weyerhaeuser is set to benefit from President Trump's tariffs on Canada. The S&P 500 stock is up about 12% in 2025. The post This S&P 500 Stock Spotlighted By Trump's Tariffs, Executive Order appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

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Lumber prices hit two-and-a-half-year highs as Trump tees up tariffs

U.S. lumber futures surged to their highest since August 2022 after President Trump ordered an investigation into the U.S. national security harm posed by lumber imports.

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Trump orders review of wood supply chain

Over the next year, various U.S. departments will assess whether tariffs, quotas or updated permitting processes could help limit the country’s reliance on foreign timber and lumber.

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Could Canadian lumber face U.S. tariff? Trump orders probe - National

After floating the idea of potential tariffs on lumber, President Donald Trump ordered a probe into U.S. imports that must be completed within 270 days.

1 month ago·Toronto, Canada

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U.S. Lumber Coalition Applauds President Trump's Additional Measures to Investigate Unfair Trade Practices

WASHINGTON, March 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- President Trump has ordered an investigation under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to determine the "impact of foreign government subsidies and predatory trade practices."

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Emergency on the floor: Alberta lawmakers face off over Trump tariffs — what’s next at critical crossroads

Alberta lawmakers — ruling UCP and Opposition NDP — took a break from daily crossfire this week for a marathon emergency debate about a thorn in the flesh for everyone: tariffs.

1 month ago·Edmonton, Canada

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