Biggest changeThe following table reconciles net income to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 2022 Net income $ 376,354 $ 483,656 $ 857,658 Interest expense 24,067 25,496 25,412 Interest income (39,139) (48,106) (12,263) Income tax provision 125,405 161,393 288,723 Depreciation and amortization 144,113 132,467 101,593 EBITDA 630,800 754,906 1,261,123 Change in fair value of interest rate swaps 2,038 1,791 (3,559) Adjusted EBITDA $ 632,838 $ 756,697 $ 1,257,564 49 Table of Contents The following table reconciles segment income and unallocated corporate costs to Segment EBITDA, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 2022 Wood Products Segment income $ 231,454 $ 337,132 $ 575,167 Depreciation and amortization 93,203 98,710 73,308 Segment EBITDA $ 324,657 $ 435,842 $ 648,475 Building Materials Distribution Segment income $ 303,385 $ 335,808 $ 627,091 Depreciation and amortization 49,534 32,353 27,005 Segment EBITDA $ 352,919 $ 368,161 $ 654,096 Corporate Unallocated corporate costs $ (44,801) $ (48,554) $ (44,409) Foreign currency exchange gain (loss) (1,164) 7 (1,584) Pension expense (excluding service costs) (149) (163) (294) Change in fair value of interest rate swaps (2,038) (1,791) 3,559 Depreciation and amortization 1,376 1,404 1,280 EBITDA (46,776) (49,097) (41,448) Change in fair value of interest rate swaps 2,038 1,791 (3,559) Corporate Adjusted EBITDA $ (44,738) $ (47,306) $ (45,007) Total Company Adjusted EBITDA $ 632,838 $ 756,697 $ 1,257,564 New and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards For information related to new and recently adopted accounting standards, see "New and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards" in Note 2, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
Biggest changeOur measures of EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Segment EBITDA are not necessarily comparable to other similarly titled captions of other companies due to potential inconsistencies in the methods of calculation. 47 Table of Contents The following table reconciles net income to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31 2025 2024 2023 (thousands) Net income $ 132,836 $ 376,354 $ 483,656 Interest expense 21,846 24,067 25,496 Interest income (18,766) (39,139) (48,106) Income tax provision 47,117 125,405 161,393 Depreciation and amortization 158,221 144,113 132,467 EBITDA 341,254 630,800 754,906 Change in fair value of interest rate swaps 925 2,038 1,791 Adjusted EBITDA $ 342,179 $ 632,838 $ 756,697 The following table reconciles segment income and unallocated corporate costs to Segment EBITDA, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023: Year Ended December 31 2025 2024 2023 (thousands) Building Materials Distribution Segment income $ 222,218 $ 303,385 $ 335,808 Depreciation and amortization 58,689 49,534 32,353 Segment EBITDA $ 280,907 $ 352,919 $ 368,161 Wood Products Segment income $ 5,836 $ 231,454 $ 337,132 Depreciation and amortization 98,456 93,203 98,710 Segment EBITDA $ 104,292 $ 324,657 $ 435,842 Corporate Unallocated corporate costs $ (44,725) $ (44,801) $ (48,554) Foreign currency exchange gain (loss) 760 (1,164) 7 Pension expense (excluding service costs) (131) (149) (163) Change in fair value of interest rate swaps (925) (2,038) (1,791) Depreciation and amortization 1,076 1,376 1,404 EBITDA (43,945) (46,776) (49,097) Change in fair value of interest rate swaps 925 2,038 1,791 Corporate Adjusted EBITDA $ (43,020) $ (44,738) $ (47,306) Total Company Adjusted EBITDA $ 342,179 $ 632,838 $ 756,697 48 Table of Contents New and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards For information related to new and recently adopted accounting standards, see "New and Recently Adopted Accounting Standards" in Note 2, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
We have two reportable segments: (i) Wood Products, which primarily manufactures engineered wood products (EWP) and plywood; and (ii) Building Materials Distribution (BMD), which is a wholesale distributor of building materials. For more information, see Note 3, Revenues, and Note 15, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
We have two reportable segments: (i) Building Materials Distribution (BMD), which is a wholesale distributor of building materials; and (ii) Wood Products, which primarily manufactures engineered wood products (EWP) and plywood. For more information, see Note 3, Revenues, and Note 15, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
Therefore, our profitability with respect to these commodity products depends, in significant part, on effective facilities maintenance and procurement programs, and on managing our cost structure, particularly raw materials and labor, which represent the largest components of our operating costs. Composite structural panel and lumber prices have been volatile historically.
Therefore, our profitability with respect to these commodity products depends, in significant part, on effective procurement and facilities maintenance programs, and on managing our cost structure, particularly raw materials and labor, which represent the largest components of our operating costs. Composite structural panel and lumber prices have been volatile historically.
Industry supply for the products we produce and distribute is influenced primarily by price-induced changes in the operating rates of existing facilities, but is also influenced over time by the introduction of new product technologies, capacity additions and closures, the restart of idled capacity, and log availability.
Industry supply for the products we distribute and produce is influenced primarily by price-induced changes in the operating rates of existing facilities, but is also influenced over time by the introduction of new product technologies, capacity additions and closures, the restart of idled capacity, and log availability.
Sources and Uses of Cash We generate cash primarily from sales of our products, as well as short-term and long-term borrowings. Our primary uses of cash are for expenses related to the manufacture and distribution of building products, including inventory purchased for resale, wood fiber, labor, energy, and glues and resins.
Sources and Uses of Cash We generate cash primarily from sales of our products, as well as short-term and long-term borrowings. Our primary uses of cash are for expenses related to the distribution and manufacture of building products, including inventory purchased for resale, wood fiber, labor, energy, and glues and resins.
Commodity Price Risk A portion of the products we manufacture or purchase and resell and some of our key production inputs are commodities whose price is determined by the market's supply and demand for such products. Price fluctuations in our selling prices and key costs have a significant effect on our financial performance.
Commodity Price Risk A portion of the products we purchase and resell or manufacture and some of our key production inputs are commodities whose price is determined by the market's supply and demand for such products. Price fluctuations in our selling prices and key costs have a significant effect on our financial performance.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" and "Item 1. Business" of this Form 10-K. Our products are used in the construction of new residential housing, including single-family, multi-family, and manufactured homes, the repair-and-remodeling of existing housing, the construction of light industrial and commercial buildings, and industrial applications.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" and "Item 1. Business" of this Form 10-K. Our products are used in the construction of new residential housing, including single-family, multi-family, and manufactured homes, the repair-and-remodeling of existing housing, the construction of light industrial and commercial buildings, and other industrial applications.
The $69 million is estimated using current contractual index pricing, but actual prices depend on future market prices. We are required to purchase approximately $42 million of logs within 12 months. Under certain log agreements, we have the right to cancel or reduce our commitments in the event of a mill curtailment or shutdown.
The $49 million is estimated using current contractual index pricing, but actual prices depend on future market prices. We are required to purchase approximately $42 million of logs within 12 months. Under certain log agreements, we have the right to cancel or reduce our commitments in the event of a mill curtailment or shutdown.
We also use various resins and glues in our manufacturing processes, which accounted for approximately 6% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) for our Wood Products segment in 2024. The costs of resins and glues are influenced by changes in the prices of raw material input costs, primarily fossil fuel products.
We also use various resins and glues in our manufacturing processes, which accounted for approximately 6% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) for our Wood Products segment in 2025. The costs of resins and glues are influenced by changes in the prices of raw material input costs, primarily fossil fuel products.
In addition, there are ongoing efforts by some states and various organizations to encourage and/or require companies to calculate, report, and reduce their carbon footprint. Furthermore, our customers may impose carbon footprint standards on their vendors, which may require us to incur additional costs associated with the evaluation and reduction of GHGs.
There are ongoing efforts by some states and various organizations to encourage and/or require companies to calculate, report, and reduce their carbon footprint. Furthermore, our customers may impose carbon footprint standards on their vendors, which may require us to incur additional costs associated with the evaluation and reduction of GHGs.
At December 31, 2024, our cash was invested in high-quality, short-term investments, which we record in "Cash and cash equivalents." The majority of our cash and cash equivalents is comprised of money market funds that are broadly diversified and invested in high-quality, short-duration securities, including U.S. government agency securities and similar instruments.
At December 31, 2025, our cash was invested in high-quality, short-term investments, which we record in "Cash and cash equivalents." The majority of our cash and cash equivalents is comprised of money market funds that are broadly diversified and invested in high-quality, short-duration securities, including U.S. government agency securities and similar instruments.
Disclosures of Financial Market Risks In the normal course of business, we are exposed to financial risks such as changes in commodity prices, interest rates, and foreign currency exchange rates. In 2024 and 2023, we did not use derivative instruments to manage these risks, except for interest rate swaps as discussed below.
Disclosures of Financial Market Risks In the normal course of business, we are exposed to financial risks such as changes in commodity prices, interest rates, and foreign currency exchange rates. In 2025 and 2024, we did not use derivative instruments to manage these risks, except for interest rate swaps as discussed below.
In addition to paying for ongoing operating costs, we use cash to invest in our business, service our debt and lease obligations, and return cash to our shareholders through dividends or common stock repurchases. Below is a discussion of our sources and uses of cash for operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities.
In addition to paying for ongoing operating costs, we use cash to invest in our business, service our debt and lease obligations, and return cash to our stockholders through dividends or common stock repurchases. Below is a discussion of our sources and uses of cash for operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities.
The table presents principal cash flows and related weighted average interest rates by expected maturity dates. For obligations with variable interest rate sensitivity, the table sets forth payout amounts based on December 31, 2024 rates and does not attempt to project future rates.
The table presents principal cash flows and related weighted average interest rates by expected maturity dates. For obligations with variable interest rate sensitivity, the table sets forth payout amounts based on December 31, 2025 rates and does not attempt to project future rates.
However, we cannot guarantee that we will be in compliance with environmental requirements at all times, and we cannot guarantee that we will not incur fines and penalties in the future. In 2024, we paid an insignificant amount in environmental fines and penalties. We incur capital and operating expenditures to comply with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
However, we cannot guarantee that we will be in compliance with environmental requirements at all times, and we cannot guarantee that we will not incur fines and penalties in the future. In 2025, we paid an insignificant amount in environmental fines and penalties. We incur capital and operating expenditures to comply with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
We expect to fund our seasonal and intra-month working capital requirements in 2025 from cash on hand and, if necessary, borrowings under our revolving credit facility. Consistent with our historical patterns, we expect working capital increases to use cash in the first quarter of 2025.
We expect to fund our seasonal and intra-month working capital requirements in 2026 from cash on hand and, if necessary, borrowings under our revolving credit facility. Consistent with our historical patterns, we expect working capital increases to use cash in the first quarter of 2026.
The interest rate swap agreement was not designated as a cash flow hedge, and as a result, all changes in the fair value are recognized in "Change in fair value of interest rate swaps" in our Consolidated Statements of Operations rather than through other comprehensive income.
The interest rate swap agreement was not designated as a cash flow hedge, and as a result, all changes in the fair value were recognized in "Change in fair value of interest rate swaps" in our Consolidated Statements of Operations rather than through other comprehensive income.
For a discussion of the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, please refer to Part II, Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023.
For a discussion of the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, please refer to Part II, Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
"Risk Factors." References to "fiscal year" or "fiscal" refer to our fiscal year ending on December 31 in each calendar year. The following sections discuss our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Risk Factors." References to "fiscal year" or "fiscal" refer to our fiscal year ending on December 31 in each calendar year. The following sections discuss our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
Overview Company Background Boise Cascade is a large, integrated wood products manufacturer and building materials distributor with widespread operations throughout the United States (U.S.) and one manufacturing facility in Canada. We completed an initial public offering of our common stock on February 11, 2013.
Overview Company Background Boise Cascade is a large, integrated building materials distributor and wood products manufacturer with widespread operations throughout the United States (U.S.) and one manufacturing facility in Canada. We completed an initial public 32 Table of Contents offering of our common stock on February 11, 2013.
EWP rebates are based on the volume of purchases (measured in dollars or units), among other factors such as customer loyalty, conversion, and commitment incentives, as well as temporary protection from price increases. EWP rebate estimates are based on the expected amount to be paid and are recorded as a decrease in "Sales" as revenue is recognized.
EWP rebates are based on the volume of purchases (measured in dollars or units), among other factors such as customer loyalty, conversion, and commitment incentives, as well as temporary protection from price increases. EWP rebate estimates are based on the most likely amount to be paid and are recorded as a decrease in "Sales" as revenue is recognized.
Wood fiber also includes, to a lesser extent than OSB, lumber purchased from third parties for I-joist production at our Canadian EWP facility and for production at our laminated beam plant in Idaho. Lumber input costs are subject to similar commodity-based volatility characteristics noted above for OSB.
Wood fiber also includes, to a lesser extent than OSB, veneer purchased from third parties for engineered wood products production and lumber purchased from third parties for I-joist production at our Canadian EWP facility and for production at our laminated beam plant in Idaho. Veneer and lumber input costs are subject to similar commodity-based volatility characteristics noted above for OSB.
During 2024 and 2023, we spent approximately $5 million and $3 million, respectively, on capital expenditures to comply with environmental requirements. We expect to spend approximately $4 million in 2025 for this purpose.
During 2025 and 2024, we spent approximately $3 million and $5 million, respectively, on capital expenditures to comply with environmental requirements. We expect to spend approximately $4 million in 2026 for this purpose.
We also disclose Segment EBITDA, which is segment income before depreciation and amortization. 48 Table of Contents We believe EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Segment EBITDA are meaningful measures because they present a transparent view of our recurring operating performance and allow management to readily view operating trends, perform analytical comparisons, and identify strategies to improve operating performance.
We also disclose Segment EBITDA, which is segment income before depreciation and amortization. We believe EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Segment EBITDA are meaningful measures because they present a transparent view of our recurring operating performance and allow management to readily view operating trends, perform analytical comparisons, and identify strategies to improve operating performance.
At times, the price for any one 33 Table of Contents or more of the products we produce or distribute may fall below our cash production or purchase costs, requiring us to either incur short-term losses on product sales or curtail production at one or more of our manufacturing facilities.
At times, the price for any one or more of the products we distribute or produce may fall below our purchase or cash production costs, requiring us to either incur short-term losses on product sales or curtail production at one or more of our manufacturing facilities.
The markets for most of these commodities are cyclical and are primarily affected by economic uncertainties, industry operating rates, supply-related disruptions, transportation constraints or disruptions, net import and export activity, trade policies, inventory levels in various distribution channels, and seasonal demand patterns. For further discussion of commodity price risk, refer to "Item 1A.
The markets for most of these commodities are cyclical and are primarily affected by economic uncertainties, industry operating rates, supply-related disruptions, duties, tariffs, transportation constraints or disruptions, net import and export activity, inventory levels in various distribution channels, and seasonal demand patterns. For further discussion of commodity price risk, refer to "Item 1A.
Our current critical accounting estimates are as follows: 47 Table of Contents EWP Rebates and Allowances We provide EWP rebates at various stages of the supply chain (including distributors, dealers, and homebuilders) as a means to increase sales.
Our current critical accounting estimates are as follows: EWP Rebates and Allowances We provide EWP rebates at various stages of the supply chain (including distributors, dealers, and homebuilders) as a means to increase sales.
As a result, we are exposed to movements in foreign currency exchange rates, primarily in Canada, but we do not believe our exposure to currency fluctuations is significant. Financial Instruments The table below provides information as of December 31, 2024, about our financial instruments that are sensitive to changes in interest rates.
As a result, we are exposed to movements in foreign currency exchange rates, primarily in Canada, but we do not believe our exposure to currency fluctuations is significant. 43 Table of Contents Financial Instruments The table below provides information as of December 31, 2025, about our financial instruments that are sensitive to changes in interest rates.
This level of capital expenditures could increase or decrease as a result of several factors, including acquisitions, efforts to further accelerate organic growth, exercise of lease purchase options, our financial results, future economic conditions, availability of engineering and construction resources, and timing and availability of equipment purchases. 2023 During the year ended December 31, 2023, we used approximately $215.4 million of cash for purchases of property and equipment, which included business improvement and quality/efficiency projects, replacement and expansion projects, and ongoing environmental compliance.
This level of capital expenditures could increase or decrease as a result of several factors, including efforts to further accelerate organic growth, exercise of lease purchase options, our financial results, future economic conditions, availability of engineering and construction resources, and timing and availability of equipment purchases. 2024 During the year ended December 31, 2024, we used approximately $229.6 million of cash for purchases of property and equipment, which included business improvement and quality/efficiency projects, replacement and expansion projects, and ongoing environmental compliance.
OSB is a commodity, and prices have historically been volatile in response to economic uncertainties, industry operating rates, supply-related disruptions, transportation constraints or disruptions, net import and export activity, trade policies, inventory levels in various distribution channels, and seasonal demand patterns.
OSB is a commodity, and prices have historically been volatile in response to economic uncertainties, industry operating rates, supply-related disruptions, duties, tariffs, transportation constraints or disruptions, net import and export activity, inventory levels in various distribution channels, and seasonal demand patterns.
Cost and Availability of Raw Materials Our principal raw material is wood fiber, which accounted for approximately 39% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation), for our Wood Products segment in 2024.
Cost and Availability of Raw Materials Our principal raw material is wood fiber, which accounted for approximately 37% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation), for our Wood Products segment in 2025.
Commodity Nature of a Portion of Our Products A portion of the building products we manufacture or distribute, including OSB, plywood, and lumber, are commodities that are widely available from other manufacturers or distributors, with prices and volumes determined frequently in an auction market based on participants' perceptions of short-term supply and demand factors.
Commodity Nature of a Portion of Our Products A portion of the building products we distribute and manufacture, including OSB, plywood, and lumber, are commodities that are widely available from multiple sources, with prices and volumes determined frequently in an auction market based on participants' perceptions of short-term supply and demand factors.
In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2024, we used $10.2 million of cash for acquisitions of businesses and facilities, which consisted of $3.4 million for post-transaction closing adjustments related to the BROSCO acquisition, as well as $6.8 million for acquired assets of door and millwork operations in Boise, Idaho and Lakeland, Florida.
In addition, we used $10.2 million of cash for acquisitions of businesses and facilities, which consisted of $3.4 million for post-transaction closing adjustments related to the BROSCO acquisition, as well as $6.8 million for acquired assets of door and millwork operations in Boise, Idaho and Lakeland, Florida.
During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the primary reason for the difference between the federal statutory income tax rate of 21% and the effectiv e tax rate was the effect of state taxes. For more information related to our income taxes, see Note 4, Income Taxes, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, the primary reason for the difference between the federal statutory income tax rate of 21% and the effective tax rate was the effect of state taxes. For more information related to our income taxes, see Note 4, Income Taxes, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
We used $236.3 million of cash during the year ended December 31, 2024, as cash provided by operations was offset by capital spending, dividends paid on our common stock, and treasury stock purchases. A further description of our cash sources and uses for the comparative periods are discussed in "Liquidity and Capital Resources" below.
We used $236.0 million of cash during the year ended December 31, 2025, as cash provided by operations was offset by capital spending, treasury stock purchases, dividends paid on our common stock, and funding of an acquisition. A further description of our cash sources and uses for the comparative periods are discussed in "Liquidity and Capital Resources" below.
As described below, the decrease in sales was driven by the changes in sales prices and volumes for the products we manufacture and distribute with single-family residential construction activity being the key demand driver for our sales. During 2024, total U.S. housing starts decreased 4%, while single-family housing starts increased 7%, compared with 2023.
As described below, the decrease in sales was driven by the changes in sales prices and volumes for the products we distribute and manufacture with single-family residential construction activity being the key demand driver for our sales. During 2025, total U.S. housing starts and single-family housing starts decreased 1% and 7%, respectively, compared with 2024.
Therefore, although our long-term contracts provide us with supplies of raw materials and energy that are more stable than open-market purchases, in many cases, they may not alleviate fluctuations in market prices. 35 Table of Contents Our Operating Results The following tables set forth our operating results in dollars and as a percentage of sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 (millions) Sales $ 6,724.3 $ 6,838.2 Costs and expenses Materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) 5,393.6 5,409.3 Depreciation and amortization 144.1 132.5 Selling and distribution expenses 594.9 559.5 General and administrative expenses 102.3 114.4 Other (income) expense, net (0.7) (1.9) 6,234.3 6,213.9 Income from operations $ 490.0 $ 624.4 (percentage of sales) Sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Costs and expenses Materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) 80.2 % 79.1 % Depreciation and amortization 2.1 1.9 Selling and distribution expenses 8.8 8.2 General and administrative expenses 1.5 1.7 Other (income) expense, net — — 92.7 % 90.9 % Income from operations 7.3 % 9.1 % 36 Table of Contents Sales Volumes and Prices Set forth below are historical U.S. housing starts data, segment sales volumes and average net selling prices for the principal products sold by our Wood Products segment, and sales mix and gross margin information for our BMD segment for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Therefore, although our long-term contracts provide us with supplies of raw materials and energy that are more stable than open-market purchases, in many cases, they may not alleviate fluctuations in market prices. 35 Table of Contents Our Operating Results The following tables set forth our operating results in dollars and as a percentage of sales for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Year Ended December 31 2025 2024 (millions) Sales $ 6,404.6 $ 6,724.3 Costs and expenses Materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) 5,350.7 5,393.6 Depreciation and amortization 158.2 144.1 Selling and distribution expenses 616.3 594.9 General and administrative expenses 99.7 102.3 Other (income) expense, net (3.6) (0.7) 6,221.3 6,234.3 Income from operations $ 183.3 $ 490.0 (percentage of sales) Sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Costs and expenses Materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) 83.5 % 80.2 % Depreciation and amortization 2.5 2.1 Selling and distribution expenses 9.6 8.8 General and administrative expenses 1.6 1.5 Other (income) expense, net (0.1) — 97.1 % 92.7 % Income from operations 2.9 % 7.3 % 36 Table of Contents Sales Volumes and Prices Set forth below are historical U.S. housing starts data, sales mix and gross margin information for our BMD segment, and segment sales volumes and average net selling prices for the principal products sold by our Wood Products segment for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
OSB accounted for approximately 6% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) for our Wood Products segment in 2024.
OSB accounted for approximately 5% of the aggregate amount of materials, labor, and other operating expenses (excluding depreciation) for our Wood Products segment in 2025.
December 31, 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 There- after Total Fair Value (b) (millions, other than percentages) Long-term debt Fixed-rate debt payments (a) Senior Notes $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 400.0 $ 400.0 $ 377.0 Average interest rates — — — — — 4.875 % 4.875 % — Variable-rate debt payments (a) Term Loan $ — $ — $ 50.0 $ — $ — $ — $ 50.0 $ 50.0 Average interest rates — — 5.2 % — — — 5.2 % — _______________________________________ (a) These obligations are further explained in Note 8, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
December 31, 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 There- after Total Fair Value (b) (millions, other than percentages) Long-term debt Fixed-rate debt payments (a) Senior Notes $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 400.0 $ — $ 400.0 $ 395.0 Average interest rates — — — — 4.875 % — 4.875 % — Variable-rate debt payments (a) Revolving Credit Facility $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 50.0 $ — $ 50.0 $ 50.0 Average interest rates — — — — 5.1 % — 5.1 % — _______________________________________ (a) These obligations are further explained in Note 8, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8.
We are then required to be fully compliant with those new emission limits by August 2026. Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions about future events.
Once the new emission limits are approved by ODEQ, we will be required to be fully compliant with those new emission limits by March 31, 2026. Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions about future events.
Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 (thousands) U.S.
Year Ended December 31 2025 2024 (thousands) U.S.
Our Elgin plywood mill is required to conduct a study to determine what levels of emission reduction can be achieved by installation of improved boiler controls. We began installation of boiler combustion improvements in May 2023, are monitoring emissions, and are required to propose new emission limits by December 2025.
Our Elgin plywood mill was required to conduct a study to determine what levels of emission reduction could be achieved by installation of improved boiler controls. We began installation of boiler combustion improvements in May 2023, monitored emissions, and proposed new emission limits in December 2025.
Our cash and cash equivalents decreased by $236.3 million during the year ended December 31, 2024, as cash provided by operations was offset by capital spending, dividends paid on our common stock, and treasury stock purchases, as further discussed below.
Our cash and cash equivalents decreased by $236.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2025, as cash provided by operations was offset by capital spending, treasury stock purchases, dividends paid on our common stock, and funding of an acquisition, as further discussed below.
Under the interest rate swap, we receive one-month SOFR plus a spread adjustment of 0.10% variable interest rate payments and make fixed interest rate payments, thereby fixing the interest rate on $50.0 million of variable rate debt exposure.
Under the interest rate swap, we received one-month SOFR plus a spread adjustment of 0.10% variable interest rate payments and made fixed interest rate payments, thereby fixing the interest rate on $50.0 million of variable rate debt exposure from our term loan.
Payments on this interest rate swap, with a notional principal amount of $50.0 million, are due on a monthly basis at an annual fixed rate of 0.41%, and this swap expires in June 2025.
Payments on this interest rate swap, with a notional principal amount of $50.0 million, were due on a monthly basis at an annual fixed rate of 0.41%.
Gross margin percentage is gross margin as a percentage of segment sales. 37 Table of Contents 2024 Compared With 2023 Sales For the year ended December 31, 2024, total sales decreased $114.0 million, or 2%, to $6,724.3 million from $6,838.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2023.
Gross margin percentage is gross margin as a percentage of segment sales. 37 Table of Contents 2025 Compared With 2024 Sales For the year ended December 31, 2025, total sales decreased $319.7 million, or 5%, to $6,404.6 million from $6,724.3 million during the year ended December 31, 2024.
As we were recently selected into the program, we are unable to estimate the specific impact to our business at this time. The EPA's Regional Haze Rule sets standards for visual air clarity in "Federal Class I" areas such as national parks and wilderness areas.
As we are still working through the CAO process for our Medford plywood mill, we are unable to estimate the specific impact to our business at this time. The EPA's Regional Haze Rule sets standards for visual air clarity in "Federal Class I" areas such as national parks and wilderness areas.
Compliance with these laws and regulations is a significant factor in the operation of our businesses. We believe that we have created a corporate culture of strong compliance by taking a conservative approach to environmental issues in order to ensure that we are operating within the bounds of regulatory requirements.
We believe that we have created a corporate culture of strong compliance by taking a conservative approach to environmental issues in order to ensure that we are operating within the bounds of regulatory requirements.
Factors That Affect Our Operating Results and Trends Our results of operations and financial performance are influenced by a variety of factors, including: (i) the commodity nature of a portion of the products we manufacture and distribute; (ii) general economic and industry conditions affecting demand; and (iii) cost and availability of raw materials, including wood fiber and glues and resins.
We will continue to monitor end market demand signals and align production rates and inventory stocking positions accordingly. 33 Table of Contents Factors That Affect Our Operating Results and Trends Our results of operations and financial performance are influenced by a variety of factors, including: (i) the commodity nature of a portion of the products we distribute and manufacture; (ii) general economic and industry conditions affecting demand; and (iii) cost and availability of raw materials, including wood fiber and glues and resins.
However, changes in biomass fuel regulations may increase our costs for fuel and electricity. We are not aware of any plans to regulate GHG emissions by other states in which we have manufacturing operations.
Our manufacturing operations derive a significant amount of their energy from biomass fuel, a carbon neutral emission, which may not be directly regulated. However, changes in biomass fuel regulations may increase our costs for fuel and electricity. We are not aware of any plans to regulate GHG emissions by other states in which we have manufacturing operations.
Though we have not experienced any losses on our cash and cash equivalents to date, and we do not anticipate incurring any losses, we cannot be assured that we will not experience losses on our short-term investments. 39 Table of Contents We believe that our cash flows from operations, combined with our current cash levels and available borrowing capacity, will be adequate to fund debt service requirements and provide cash, as required, to support our ongoing operations, capital expenditures, lease obligations, working capital, income tax payments, and to pay cash dividends to holders of our common stock over the next 12 months.
We believe that our cash flows from operations, combined with our current cash levels and available borrowing capacity, will be adequate to fund debt service requirements and provide cash, as required, to support our ongoing operations, capital expenditures, lease obligations, working capital, income tax payments, and to pay cash dividends to holders of our common stock over the next 12 months.
By product line, commodity sales decreased 5%, or $128.0 million, general line product sales increased 7%, or $172.3 million, and sales of EWP (substantially all of which is sourced through our Wood Products segment) decreased 4%, or $56.5 million.
By product line, commodity sales decreased 6%, or $127.6 million, general line product sales increased 3%, or $71.7 million, and sales of EWP (substantially all of which is sourced through our Wood Products segment) decreased 13%, or $169.3 million. Wood Products.
Logs comprised approximately 78% of our wood fiber costs during 2024, and we satisfy our log requirements through a combination of purchases under supply agreements, open-market purchases, and purchases pursuant to contracts awarded under public auctions. 34 Table of Contents The following table provides the change in our average per-unit log costs for the period noted below: Year Ended December 31 2024 versus 2023 Increase (decrease) in per-unit log costs (1)% Our log requirements and our access to supply, as well as the cost of obtaining logs, are subject to change based on, among other things, the availability of logs in each of our operating areas, our operating schedules, competition from other manufacturers, the effect of governmental laws and regulations, impacts of weather or fire on log availability, and the status of environmental appeals.
The following table provides the change in our average per-unit log costs for the period noted below: Year Ended December 31 2025 versus 2024 Increase (decrease) in per-unit log costs 4% Our log requirements and our access to supply, as well as the cost of obtaining logs, are subject to change based on, among other things, the availability of logs in each of our operating areas, our operating schedules, competition from other manufacturers, the effect of governmental laws and regulations, impacts of weather or fire on log availability, and the status of environmental appeals.
The balance of supply and demand in the U.S. is also heavily influenced by imported products, principally from Canada and South America. We believe that our product line diversification provides us some protection from declines in new residential construction. Our products are used not only in new residential construction but also in residential repair-and-remodeling projects.
The balance of supply and demand in the U.S. is also heavily influenced by imported products, principally from Canada and South America. The level of imported products is influenced by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, duties, and tariffs. We believe that our product line diversification provides us some protection from declines in new residential construction.
Our objective is to limit the variability of interest payments on our debt. To meet this objective, we enter into receive-variable, pay-fixed interest rate swaps to mitigate the variable-rate cash flow exposure with fixed-rate cash flows.
To limit the variability of interest payments on our debt, we entered into receive-variable, pay-fixed interest rate swaps to mitigate the variable-rate cash flow exposure with fixed-rate cash flows. Our interest rate swap expired in June 2025.
However, these third parties may not have sufficient funds to fully satisfy their indemnification obligations when required, and in some cases, we may not be contractually entitled to indemnification by them. Climate Change We source logs from responsibly managed working forests. Our log procurement practices are internally and third-party audited to meet the requirements of forest certification standards.
However, these third parties may not have sufficient funds to fully satisfy their indemnification obligations when required, and in some cases, we may not be contractually entitled to indemnification by them. 44 Table of Contents Climate Change We source logs from responsibly managed working forests.
Housing Starts (a) Single-family 1,012.1 947.7 Multi-family 353.9 472.3 1,366.0 1,420.0 (millions) Segment Sales Wood Products $ 1,832.3 $ 1,932.6 Building Materials Distribution 6,166.5 6,178.7 Intersegment eliminations (1,274.5) (1,273.0) $ 6,724.3 $ 6,838.2 (millions) Wood Products Sales Volumes Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) (cubic feet) 19.4 17.4 I-joists (equivalent lineal feet) 234 220 Plywood (sq. ft.) (3/8" basis) 1,517 1,599 Lumber (board feet) 78 125 (dollars per unit) Wood Products Average Net Selling Prices LVL (cubic foot) $ 27.87 $ 30.01 I-joists (1,000 equivalent lineal feet) 1,949 2,088 Plywood (1,000 sq. ft.) (3/8" basis) 355 372 Lumber (1,000 board feet) 682 667 (percentage of BMD sales) Building Materials Distribution Product Line Sales Commodity 35.8 % 37.8 % General line 42.4 % 39.5 % Engineered wood products 21.8 % 22.7 % Gross margin percentage (b) 15.3 % 15.0 % _______________________________________ (a) Actual U.S. housing starts as reported by the U.S.
Housing Starts (a) Single-family 943.0 1,012.9 Multi-family 415.7 354.2 1,358.7 1,367.1 (millions) Segment Sales Building Materials Distribution $ 5,941.3 $ 6,166.5 Wood Products 1,613.4 1,832.3 Intersegment eliminations (1,150.1) (1,274.5) $ 6,404.6 $ 6,724.3 (percentage of BMD sales) Building Materials Distribution Product Line Sales Commodity 35.0 % 35.8 % General line 45.2 % 42.4 % Engineered wood products 19.8 % 21.8 % Gross margin percentage (b) 15.1 % 15.3 % (millions) Wood Products Sales Volumes Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) (cubic feet) 18.9 19.4 I-joists (equivalent lineal feet) 215 234 Plywood (sq. ft.) (3/8" basis) 1,460 1,517 Lumber (board feet) 73 78 (dollars per unit) Wood Products Average Net Selling Prices LVL (cubic foot) $ 24.90 $ 27.87 I-joists (1,000 equivalent lineal feet) 1,755 1,949 Plywood (1,000 sq. ft.) (3/8" basis) 334 355 Lumber (1,000 board feet) 629 682 _______________________________________ (a) Actual U.S. housing starts as reported by the U.S.
To the extent the carrying value of the asset or asset group exceeds future undiscounted cash flows, we would be required to estimate the fair value of the asset or asset group, and long-lived asset impairment would become a critical accounting estimate.
An impairment of a long-lived asset exists when the carrying value is not recoverable through future undiscounted cash flows from operations and when the carrying value of an asset or asset group exceeds its fair value. 46 Table of Contents To the extent the carrying value of the asset or asset group exceeds future undiscounted cash flows, we would be required to estimate the fair value of the asset or asset group, and long-lived asset impairment would become a critical accounting estimate.
Financing Activities During 2024, our financing activities used $436.8 million of cash, including $228.8 million in common stock dividend payments, $194.9 million for the repurchase of 1,513,095 shares of our common stock, and $11.1 million of tax withholding payments on stock-based awards.
At December 31, 2025, we had $50.0 million of borrowings outstanding under the revolving credit facility. 41 Table of Contents During 2024, our financing activities used $436.8 million of cash, including $228.8 million in common stock dividend payments, $194.9 million for the repurchase of 1,513,095 shares of our common stock, and $11.1 million of tax withholding payments on stock-based awards.
Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 (thousands) Net cash provided by operations $ 438,320 $ 687,458 Net cash used for investment (237,820) (375,552) Net cash used for financing (436,814) (360,676) Operating Activities 2024 Compared With 2023 In 2024, our operating activities generated $438.3 million of cash, compared with $687.5 million in 2023.
Year Ended December 31 2025 2024 (thousands) Net cash provided by operations $ 254,148 $ 438,320 Net cash used for investment (263,262) (237,820) Net cash used for financing (226,931) (436,814) Operating Activities 2025 Compared With 2024 In 2025, our operating activities generated $254.1 million of cash, compared with $438.3 million in 2024.
The decrease was due primarily to lower incentive compensation, offset partially by an increase in other employee-related expenses. Other Interest Income. Interest income decreased $9.0 million to $39.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $48.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease was due primarily to lower average balances of cash equivalents.
The decrease was due primarily to lower incentive compensation expense and a $1.9 million settlement gain, offset partially by an increase in professional fees and employee-related expenses. Other Interest Income. Interest income decreased $20.4 million to $18.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, from $39.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
When logs arrive at our facilities, they are processed into products that store carbon such as plywood, lumber and EWP. Bark and manufacturing residuals are used as biomass fuel, which allows us to generate the majority of the energy needed to manufacture our products. All manufacturing energy not derived from biomass is sourced from natural gas or electricity.
Bark and manufacturing residuals are used as biomass fuel, which allows us to generate the majority of the energy needed to manufacture our products. All manufacturing energy not derived from biomass is sourced from natural gas or electricity. None of our manufacturing facilities use coal or fuel oil as primary energy sources to manufacture products.
The decrease in cash paid for income taxes is primarily due to timing of income tax payments. 40 Table of Contents Investment Activities Net cash used for investing activities was $237.8 million and $375.6 million during 2024 and 2023, respectively. 2024 During the year ended December 31, 2024, we used approximately $229.6 million of cash for purchases of property and equipment, which included business improvement and quality/efficiency projects, replacement and expansion projects, and ongoing environmental compliance.
Investment Activities Net cash used for investing activities was $263.3 million and $237.8 million during 2025 and 2024, respectively. 2025 During the year ended December 31, 2025, we used approximately $241.4 million of cash for purchases of property and equipment, which included business improvement and quality/efficiency projects, replacement and expansion projects, and ongoing environmental compliance.
Our BMD segment purchases and resells a broad mix of commodity products with periods of increasing prices providing the opportunity for higher sales and increased margins, while declining price environments may result in declines in sales and profitability.
Year Ended December 31 2025 versus 2024 Increase (decrease) in composite panel prices (17)% Increase (decrease) in Western Fir plywood prices (5)% Increase (decrease) in Southern Pine plywood prices (5)% Increase (decrease) in OSB prices (31)% Increase (decrease) in composite lumber prices 6% Our BMD segment purchases and resells a broad mix of commodity products with periods of increasing prices providing the opportunity for higher sales and increased margins, while declining price environments may result in declines in sales and profitability.
The $249.1 million decrease in cash provided by operations in 2024 relates primarily to the following: • A $105.7 million decrease in income in our Wood Products segment and a $32.4 million decrease in income in our BMD segment.
The $184.2 million decrease in cash provided by operations in 2025 relates primarily to the following: • A $81.2 million decrease in income in our BMD segment and a $225.6 million decrease in income in our Wood Products segment.
Interest Rate Risk We are exposed to interest rate risk arising from fluctuations in variable-rate Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) on our term loan and when we have loan amounts outstanding on our Revolving Credit Facility. At December 31, 2024, we had $50.0 million of variable-rate debt outstanding based on one-month term SOFR.
At December 31, 2025, we had $50.0 million of variable-rate debt outstanding on our revolving credit facility based on Daily Simple SOFR. In addition, we were exposed to interest rate risk arising from fluctuations in variable-rate SOFR on our term loan prior to its repayment in April 2025.
Our other Oregon mills were identified in the third and fourth tier risk groups and will likely not be selected for several more years. When selected into the program, the facilities will incur expenses to evaluate the risk to the public and may be required to incur additional operating or capital expenditures to mitigate any significant risk.
When selected into the program, the facilities will incur expenses to evaluate the risk to the public and may be required to incur additional operating or capital expenditures to mitigate any significant risk.
Other Material Cash Requirements Long-term Debt and Interest As of December 31, 2024, we had long-term debt with varying maturities totaling an aggregate principal of $450.0 million, with no principal payments required within 12 months. Future interest payments associated with the long-term debt total approximately $124 million, with approximately $22 million payable within 12 months.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. Other Material Cash Requirements Long-term Debt and Interest As of December 31, 2025, we had long-term debt totaling an aggregate principal of $450.0 million, with no principal payments required within 12 months.
Seasonal Influences We are exposed to fluctuations in quarterly sales volumes and expenses due to seasonal factors. These seasonal factors are common in the building products industry. Seasonal changes in levels of building activity affect our building products businesses, which are dependent on housing starts, repair-and-remodeling activities, and light commercial construction activities.
Seasonal Influences We are exposed to fluctuations in quarterly sales volumes and expenses due to seasonal factors impacting the level of construction activity. These seasonal factors are common in the building products industry.
Materials, labor, and other operating expenses as a percentage of sales (MLO rate) in our Wood Products segment increased by 480 basis points, due primarily to lower EWP and plywood sales prices.
However, materials, labor, and other operating expenses as a percentage of sales (MLO rate) in our BMD segment increased 20 basis points, primarily due to lower margin percentages on our commodity sales compared with 2024. In our Wood Products segment, materials, labor, and other operating expenses increased due to higher other manufacturing costs compared with 2024.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. The table assumes our long-term debt is held to maturity. (b) We estimated the fair value using quoted market prices of our debt in inactive markets. 44 Table of Contents The table below provides information as of December 31, 2024, about our interest rate swap.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. The table assumes our long-term debt is held to maturity. (b) We estimated the fair value using quoted market prices of our debt in inactive markets. Environmental We are subject to a wide range of general and industry-specific environmental laws and regulations.
In accordance with our risk management strategy, we actively monitor our interest rate exposure and use derivative instruments from time to time to manage the related risk. We do not speculate using derivative instruments. 43 Table of Contents At December 31, 2024, we had one interest rate swap agreement.
In accordance with our risk management strategy, we actively monitor our interest rate exposure and use derivative instruments from time to time to manage the related risk. We do not speculate using derivative instruments. Foreign Currency Risk We have sales in countries outside the U.S.
In BMD, the decrease in materials, labor, and other operating expenses was driven by lower purchased materials costs as a result of a decrease in product prices, offset partially by an increase in purchased materials costs due to the BROSCO acquisition.
In BMD, the decrease in materials, labor, and other operating expenses was driven by lower purchased materials costs as a result of a decline in sales compared with 2024.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. 42 Table of Contents Purchase Obligations for Raw Materials As of December 31, 2024, we have contracts to purchase approximately $124 million of logs, approximately $55 million of which will be purchased pursuant to fixed-price contracts and approximately $69 million of which will be purchased pursuant to variable-price contracts.
Purchase Obligations for Raw Materials As of December 31, 2025, we have contracts to purchase approximately $101 million of logs, approximately $52 million of which will be purchased pursuant to fixed-price contracts and approximately $49 million of which will be purchased pursuant to variable-price contracts.
For further discussion on these acquisitions, see Note 6, Acquisitions, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. Excluding potential acquisitions, we expect capital expenditures in 2025 to total approximately $220 million to $240 million.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we used $33.4 million of cash for the acquisition of Holden Humphrey. For further discussion on this acquisition, see Note 6, Acquisitions, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K.
Income Tax Provision For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we recorded $125.4 million and $161.4 million, respectively, of income tax expense and had an effective rate of 25.0% for both periods.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" of this Form 10-K. Income Tax Provision For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we recorded $47.1 million and $125.4 million, respectively, of income tax expense and had an effective tax rate of 26.2% and 25.0%, respectively.
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) Cleaner Air Oregon (CAO) rules regulate toxic air emissions from manufacturing facilities located in Oregon. The rules are risk-based, and the ODEQ released their prioritization list establishing which facilities within the state likely pose the greatest risk to their communities based on emissions inventories that facilities submitted to the ODEQ.
The rules are risk-based, and the ODEQ released their prioritization list establishing which facilities within the state likely pose the greatest risk to their communities based on emissions inventories that facilities submitted to the ODEQ. The ODEQ established four risk groups. None of our mills were identified in the first tier risk group.
During 2024, cash paid for taxes, net of refunds received was $130.6 million, compared to $133.0 million in 2023.
See "Our Operating Results" above for a discussion on our results for 2025. • A $94.0 million decrease in cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds. During 2025, cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds received was $36.6 million, compared to $130.6 million in 2024.
Demand for the products we manufacture, as well as the products we purchase and distribute, is correlated with new residential construction, residential repair-and-remodeling activity, and light commercial construction. Residential construction, particularly new single-family construction, is the key demand driver for the products we manufacture and distribute. As reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, housing starts were 1.37 million in 2024.
Demand for the products we purchase and distribute, as well as the products we manufacture, is closely tied to new residential construction, residential repair-and-remodeling activity, and light commercial construction. Residential construction, particularly new single-family construction, remains a key demand driver for the products we distribute and manufacture.
Long-term debt and interest amounts assume our debt is held to maturity. For more information, see Note 8, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K. Leases We enter into various operating and finance leases for our distribution centers, as well as other property and equipment.
Future interest payments associated with the long-term debt total approximately $108 million, with approximately $22 million payable within 12 months. Long-term debt and interest amounts assume our debt is held to maturity. For more information, see Note 8, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in "Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K.