Private residential construction spending increased by 0.8% in August, primarily driven by more spending on multifamily construction and home remodeling, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Total residential spending was down 2% year over year as the …
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RX today announced the debut of DIY CON, a first-of-its-kind immersive event celebrating the creativity, confidence and community of modern DIYers. Coming to Dallas Nov. 6-8, 2026, DIY CON will bring together makers, dreamers and doers of all skill levels …
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Existing home sales rose in October to the highest rate in eight months as buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and an analysis from NAHB’s Eye on Housing. Mortgage rates hovered …
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Lowe’s and Home Depot released Q3 2025 financials this week, both reporting modest net sales growth and progress on several company initiatives. Both companies also hosted earnings calls where execs shared insights into how each is improving various operational areas. …
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Lowe’s Companies Inc. recently released its financial results for the third quarter of 2025, reporting $20.8 billion in net sales, up from $20.2 billion in Q3 2024, an increase of. Comparable store sales for the quarter increased 0.4%, driven by …
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Do it Best and True Value opened a new regional technology center in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, reinforcing a commitment to digital transformation, attracting top-tier talent and delivering long-term growth for Do it Best and True Value store owners. The new tech …
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Informed by customer feedback and a sharp focus on today’s retail challenges, the National Hardware Show is undergoing the most significant evolution in its 80-plus year history. In 2026, it will debut NHS Concept to Commerce—a completely reimagined event built to streamline every …
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Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose one point in November to 38, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). “While lower mortgage rates are a positive development for …
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