CSX (NASDAQ: CSX) and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers — Transportation Division (SMART-TD) announced they are partnering to extend CSX’s conductor training program to five weeks from the previous four-week regimen to provide new hires with additional hands-on experience prior to beginning on-the-job training (OJT). The extra week of […]
Boise Cascade Company Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
Boise Cascade Company (“Boise Cascade,” the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) (NYSE: BCC) today reported net income of $146.3 million, or $3.67 per share, on sales of $1.8 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, compared with net income of $218.1 million, or $5.49 per share, on sales of $2.3 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. “Both businesses again delivered solid financial performance during […]
Trex Company Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
Trex Company, Inc. (NYSE:TREX), the world’s #1 brand of high-performance, low-maintenance and eco-friendly composite decking and railing – all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. – and a leader in outdoor living products, today reported second quarter 2023 results. Second Quarter 2023 Highlights CEO Comments “This was an excellent quarter for the Trex Company, reflecting resilient consumer demand that resulted […]
Eddie Capel Elected as Chair of the Board of Skyline Champion
Skyline Champion Corporation (NYSE: SKY) (“Skyline Champion”) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has elcted Eddie Capel to serve as Chair of the Board, effective July 27, 2023. Mr. Capel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the company, and his appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Skyline Champion. As […]
Tawn Kelley Elected to Board of Directors of Skyline Champion
Skyline Champion Corporation (NYSE: SKY) (“Skyline Champion”), announced today the election of Tawn Kelley to its Board of Directors. Ms. Kelley will serve on the company’s Audit and Nominating and Governance Committees. “We are pleased that our shareholders elected Tawn as the newest member of our Board of Directors, joining Keith Anderson, Michael Berman, Eddie […]
PPG Appoints New Finance VP
PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that John Bruno, current vice president, investor relations, has been appointed vice president, finance. Bruno will continue to report to Vince Morales, PPG senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). Bruno will also continue to serve as PPG’s primary investor relations contact until his successor is named. In his new […]
Lumber Price Index for Week Ending July 28, 2023
The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending July 28, 2023 is: US$496 mfbm. This is down by -0.4%, or -$2, from the previous week when it was US$498. For information regarding the construction of this Index (species mix, weighed averages) please go here: https://madisonsreport.com/madisons-lumber-prices-index-a-powerful-tool-for-data-driven-decision-making/ About Madison’s Lumber Reporter Established in 1952, Madison’s Lumber Prices […]
Fastmarkets Expands by Acquiring Hardwood Market Report
Fastmarkets announces the acquisition of Hardwood Market Report, a 101-year-old price reporting agency offering prices and news on sawn North American and tropical hardwoods. Hardwood Market Report serves customers including sawmills, wholesalers and manufacturers of furniture, flooring, panels and pallets. The acquisition of Hardwood Market Report allows Fastmarkets to accelerate plans to support trade and investment […]
Building Gurus: The Secret To Retaining Top Employees? It Starts Before You Even Hire!
I have an unusual first name – never mind my middle name – it makes Rikka look tame! My voice is pretty distinctive, I talk fast and loudly. I love somewhat crazy haircuts….I could go on and on. This isn’t free therapy, I want to make a point. I get how it feels when you don’t fit in […]
Canfor Reports Results for Second Quarter of 2023
Canfor Corporation (“The Company” or “Canfor”) (TSX: CFP) today reported its second quarter of 2023 results(1): Overview Financial Results The following table summarizes selected financial information for the Company for the comparative periods: The Company reported an operating loss of $66.7 million for the second quarter of 2023, compared to an operating loss of $208.5 […]