Louisiana-Pacific Q4 Earnings & Net Sales Top Estimates, Stock Down

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation’s (LPX) , or LP, reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter 2024 results, with earnings and net sales beating the respective Zacks Consensus Estimate. This was driven by robust demand in its Siding segment and disciplined capital management. The metrics also increased on a year-over-year basis. Despite a challenging macroeconomic backdrop, the company’s strategic execution and operational efficiency helped offset pressures from a declining Oriented Strand Board (OSB) market.F ...