National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Association - NLBMDA

05/20/2026

We share our deepest condolences to the Stout family and all who knew Chuck. He will be deeply missed as a member of the LBM community.

It is with sadness we share the passing of Past WBMA President Chuck Stout - Irrigator's Lumber Company in Caldwell, ID

02/17/2026

NLBMDA mourns the loss of Austin Huskey. Austin was the third-generation owner of Huskey Building Supply, and we were honored to hear him speak at our 2025 ProDealer Industry Summit. He will be greatly missed by the LBM community.

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01/28/2026

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady this week, keeping rates at 3.5–3.75% as inflation remains elevated and economic growth continues to outpace expectations—factors closely watched by the lumber and building material industry. The decision, made amid heightened political pressure on the Fed, has important implications for housing demand, construction activity, and dealer financing costs.

The Federal Reserve declined to cut interest rates Wednesday, holding steady amid President Trump’s battle to exert more influence over the independent central bank. The Federal Open Market Committ…