APA’s Market Research team produces in-depth analyses and forecasts on engineered wood product production and the market forces that shape manufacturing and sales. Drawing from mill-reported data, economic indicators, and decades of industry expertise, these reports deliver a clear, connected view of supply, demand, and emerging trends.
Whether you’re planning production, evaluating investment, or tracking market conditions, APA’s research helps you move forward with confidence—grounded in reliable data and informed interpretation.
Use APA’s market analysis to gain:
Stronger planning insight – Align production and business strategy with credible forecasts
Deeper market visibility – Understand how housing, repair & remodel, and industrial demand impact your business
Reliable benchmarking – Compare performance against industry-wide production trends
Actionable context – See not just what’s happening, but why
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A timely, data-rich report focused on U.S. and Canadian housing activity—delivered monthly via email as part of a 12-month subscription. Issued the same day as U.S. Census housing starts data, it provides immediate insight into one of the most important drivers of engineered wood demand.
What’s included:
1-year subscription—12 monthly reports delivered over the subscription term
Housing starts, permits, and completions data
Coverage of key indicators such as home sales, inventory levels, mortgage rates, and remodeling activity
Economic context, including construction spending, manufacturing trends, and consumer activity
Expert commentary connecting housing trends to structural panel and engineered wood demand
Presentation-ready PowerPoint report (typically 18–24 slides)
Best for: Ongoing demand tracking, sales forecasting, and staying current on market shifts
A detailed look at production volumes, trade activity, and capacity trends across key engineered wood products. Each report provides consistent visibility into supply-side dynamics and how they evolve throughout the year.
What’s included:
Regional production data for softwood plywood and OSB across the U.S. and Canada
Import/export activity, including cross-border trade and key export markets
Production data for glulam, wood I-joists, and laminated veneer lumber (LVL)
Historical trend analysis, including a five-year view of mill starts and closures
One-page narrative summary with supporting charts and presentation-ready slides
Purchase single-quarter reports as an instant digital download.
Best for: Ongoing production tracking, benchmarking, and understanding supply trends over time
A comprehensive annual report compiling production statistics, historical data, and market analysis across the engineered wood industry. It includes market segment demand and production for softwood plywood, oriented strand board, glulam timber, wood I-joists, and laminated veneer lumber, and is available in both digital and print formats.
What’s included:
Long-term production trends and historical datasets
Market share and capacity insights
Analysis of end-use markets, including housing and industrial applications
Reference tables and charts for internal reporting and planning
Best for: Strategic planning, market benchmarking, and long-range analysis
APA market analysis reports provide data and expert analysis on engineered wood product production, housing activity, and the market forces that influence supply and demand, helping you understand both current conditions and emerging trends.
APA market analysis reports are designed for manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and other industry professionals who rely on accurate data to support planning, forecasting, and business decisions.
APA market analysis reports include production volumes, housing starts and construction activity, trend analysis, and expert commentary that explains what the data means for the industry. Many also include historical comparisons and charts to support internal reporting.
APA market analysis reports are released on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis depending on the product—monthly for the Housing Starts Report, quarterly for the Engineered Wood Production Report, and annually for the Yearbook and other publications. Subscription reports provide ongoing updates throughout the year.
Which APA market analysis report you choose depends on your needs:
The Monthly Housing Starts Report is best for tracking demand signals.
The Quarterly Engineered Wood Production Report focuses on production and supply trends.
The Structural Panel & Engineered Wood Yearbook provides a comprehensive annual view of the industry.
Access depends on the report and your account type.
Subscription Reports—The Monthly Housing Starts Report is an annual subscription purchased through the APA Shop. You will receive an instant download of the most recent report, and subsequent reports will be delivered directly to your email.
Other Market Analysis Reports—After purchase in the APA Shop, you will receive an instant digital download of the report, which you will be able to access anytime on your My Downloads page by signing in to your APA account.
APA members—Members receive complimentary access to all market analysis reports and publications directly through their account. MEMBER Sign in to access reports
Yes. APA members receive complimentary access to all market analysis reports and publications as part of their membership.