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West Fraser Q2-26: EBITDA recovery amid Henderson ramp-up and tariff headwinds

Jul 29, 2026, 5:05 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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EBITDA improvement and Henderson ramp-up provide a positive earnings trajectory; tariff developments create a potential overhang but management guidance reinforces balance-sheet discipline.

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West Fraser reported Q2-2026 sales of $1.434B with a $(61)M loss, but adjusted EBITDA rose to $59M (4% of sales) as the Henderson mill began contributing meaningfully. The company benefited from a strong lumber segment and Europe EWP, while weathered tariff risks persist; management reaffirmed 2026 shipment targets and capex plans, underscoring a cautious path to profitability as market conditions improve.

  • Q2-26 sales $1.434B; net loss $61M.
  • Adjusted EBITDA $59M, 4% of sales.
  • Lumber EBITDA $41M; NA EWP $13M; Europe EWP $13M; Other -$8M.
  • Henderson, TX sawmill ramp-up >2x Q1-26; High Level OSB mill wind-down completed.
  • Tariffs: 338 tariffs 50% on Aug 19, 2026; some shipments unaffected; MDF exposure unclear.

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