This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.Saw point: Continued weak demand from downstream markets is whittling away revenue
Timber wholesalers have endured difficult trading conditions over the past five years. Fluctuating demand from building and manufacturing markets, wholesale bypass and the use of alternative materials among downstream clients have contributed to the industry's poor performance. Wholesalers supply various products, including structural timbers, dressed wood panels, plywood and veneers. The markets include builders, manufacturers, retail hardware chains, independent hardware stores and garden supply centres.
Companies supply sawn timber and other wood products at a wholesale level to retailers like hardware stores, commercial and residential construction firms, carpenters and furniture producers.
Table of Contents
About this Industry- Industry Definition
- Main Activities
- Similar Industries
- Additional Resources
Industry Performance
- Executive Summary
- Key External Drivers
- Current Performance
- Industry Outlook
- Industry Life Cycle
- Supply Chain
- Products & Services
- Demand Determinants
- Major Markets
- International Trade
- Business Locations
- Market Share Concentration
- Key Success Factors
- Cost Structure Benchmarks
- Basis of Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Industry Globalization
Operating Conditions
- Capital Intensity
- Technology & Systems
- Revenue Volatility
- Regulation & Policy
- Industry Assistance
- Industry Data
- Annual Change
- Key Ratios
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Wesfarmers Limited
- Metcash Limited
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