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This is the first in a series related to Forisk’s Q1 2015 forest industry analysis and timber price forecasts for the United States. In forecasting timber prices and wood costs, we work to (1) identify and understand relationships in historical more…
Internal rate of return (IRR) reflects the compounded return produced by a project. IRR is best used in tandem with other measures, such as Net Present Value (NPV), especially in forestry. Let’s explore why. Q: Does IRR provide a reasonable more…
Simple reasons explain how and why timberland assets attract investors: Safety: timberland preserves capital. Growth: trees grow and land appreciates. Diversification: timberland behaves differently than stocks, bonds and stamp collections. The actual investing in and managing of timberland requires more…
Aunt Fanny reached into the side pocket of her one-piece camouflage jumpsuit. She pulled out a blue roll of Mentos. “Want one?” she asked. “Sure,” I said, pinching off a white mint from the tin-foiled roll and popping it into more…