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Boise Cascade Co. (BCC) - 10-Q Summary for Period Ended June 30, 2026

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2026, and the six months ended on that date. Boise Cascade Company operates as a leading wholesale distributor of building materials and a manufacturer of engineered wood products (EWP) and plywood. The company reports through two segments: Building Materials Distribution (BMD) and Wood Products.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Q2 2026 sales increased 5% year-over-year, driven by a 4% volume increase and 1% price increase in the BMD segment. Wood Products sales rose 3% due to higher plywood prices and volumes, offset by lower EWP prices.
• Profitability Decline (YTD): While Q2 operating income improved slightly, YTD operating income decreased 17% ($23.3 million) compared to the prior year. This was primarily due to increased selling and distribution expenses and depreciation, alongside a lack of non-operating gains that benefited the prior year (specifically a $3.8 million gain on property sale in Q2 2025).
• Segment Performance:
  • BMD: Segment income decreased $7.9 million in Q2 due to higher selling/distribution costs and depreciation, despite a $9.2 million gross margin increase.
  • Wood Products: Segment income increased $11.7 million in Q2, driven by higher plywood sales and lower OSB costs, partially offset by lower EWP prices.
• Capital Allocation: The company repurchased 1.4 million shares for $108.3 million in the first six months of 2026. Dividends were declared at $0.22 per share for the quarter.

Outlook, Risks, and Unusual Items

• Subsequent Event - Supplier Transition: On July 13, 2026, the company received notice of termination of its distribution relationship with Trex Company, Inc., which accounted for approximately 9% of total revenue in the trailing 12 months. Effective July 31, 2026, Boise Cascade entered a 10-year agreement with James Hardie to distribute TimberTech decking as a replacement. Management is evaluating the net impact but cannot currently estimate the financial effect.
• Legal Resolution: The company resolved a Lacey Act investigation regarding plywood imports by pleading guilty to one felony count and paying a $6.4 million fine (paid in Q2 2026). The fine was accrued in Q4 2025.
• Market Conditions: Management notes an uneven operating environment with subdued residential construction due to affordability constraints and high mortgage rates. However, long-term fundamentals remain constructive due to housing undersupply and repair-and-remodel demand.
• Capital Expenditures: Expected to total $150 million to $170 million for 2026, focused on BMD growth, efficiency projects, and environmental compliance.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Supplier Transition Impact: Verify the execution of the transition from Trex to James Hardie and monitor for potential revenue shortfalls or inventory write-offs in upcoming quarters.
• Working Capital Trends: Review the $142.4 million increase in working capital (receivables and inventories) to ensure it aligns with seasonal demand and does not signal collection issues.
• Margin Pressure: Monitor the BMD segment's gross margin percentage, which declined slightly to 14.8% YTD, driven by lower margins on general line and EWP products.
• Debt Covenants: Confirm the Net Leverage Ratio remains below the 3.5:1 covenant threshold, particularly given the $108 million in share repurchases and $18 million in dividends paid YTD.
• Insurance Losses: Note the $1.8 million estimated insurance loss related to a fire at the Florien facility included in unallocated corporate costs for the six months ended June 30, 2026.