NEWS - Rapid reversal of price trends in Holland It will be seen that, by the end of April, there has been a notable increase in the prices for the various Meranti-species compared prices at the end of the month. On the other hand, it will be seen that certain specifications cannot be quoted because the stock position of exporters in Malaysia for typical Dutch sizes is either extremely low or sold out. Under the present conditions it is very difficult for millers in Malaysia to get log supplies. Another factor of importance is that, all of a sudden, there is a more optimistic feeling in the Dutch hardwood trade and this is reinforcing the current prudent purchasing policies of the importers. Many ask "is this quicksand or indeed a real recovery of the market" >> complete story