The hardwood lumber market review analyses every six weeks recent developments on the European, Asian and North American markets for beech and oak lumber. Apart from giving an overview about changes in supply and demand, the market review also deals with production activity of Central European hardwood sawmills and their raw material supply. With regard to price developments, edged as well as unedged hardwood lumber assortments are being examined. Furthermore, the review contains information on relevant overall market conditions and the situation on commodity markets.