US sawmills have recently increased their capacity, reflecting new investments in expansion and modernization within the industry. However, actual production has not kept pace, remaining at relatively stable levels. This discrepancy is attributed to weak demand and housing market volatility. Operational challenges and labor costs have also limited the utilization of available capacity. Analysts believe producers are cautious about increasing production to avoid oversupply, and the industry continues to monitor market conditions, awaiting an improvement in demand in the coming periods.
