
West Fraser raised at Raymond James as lumber industry conditions begin to improve

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West Fraser Timber (WFG) shares rose 3.9% after Raymond James upgraded them to Outperform with a $75 price target. The upgrade reflects improving conditions in the lumber industry, with Canadian producers poised for a stronger 2026 as valuations are at historic lows. Analyst Daryl Swetlishoff noted that 2025 marked the low point of a downturn, and factors like mill curtailments and potential U.S. housing policy changes could boost demand. He also upgraded Canfor and Interfor to Strong Buy, citing their favorable positioning in the market.

