Swedish forest owners' cooperative Södra reported a loss in the second quarter of 2026 as weak demand across its core markets, subdued construction activity and the continued mismatch between timber procurement costs and finished product prices weighed on profitability. Although earnings remained negative, management said cost-cutting measures and efficiency improvements are beginning to deliver measurable results.
Weak softwood lumber demand pushes Södra into Q2 operating loss
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