Single-family housing starts declined in September as builders faced higher financing and building material costs and ongoing labor shortages, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Overall housing starts decreased 5.2% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate …
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Construction and design professionals are entering the last quarter of the year with improved expectations after mixed Q3 results, though cost pressures and client caution persist, according to Houzz Inc.’s Q4 2026 U.S. Houzz Pro Industry Barometer. Following softer business activity …
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The Home Depot Foundation recently announced it is increasing its total commitment to veteran causes to $1 billion by 2032. Across America, nearly 33,000 veterans experience homelessness on any given night, and over 2.75 million live in inadequate housing. To …
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Tractor Supply Company released its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, reporting a 5.1% net sales increase to $3.91 billion. Net sales for the company increased primarily due to new store openings, the acquisition of VIP Petcare and …
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Deck Expo, the gathering for decking and outdoor living professionals, returns to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, November 17-19, 2026. In partnership with the North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA), the three-day event connects …
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Ace Retail Group announced it has named Phillip Dalrymple senior director of merchandising. In the role, Dalrymple will guide product assortment strategy, vendor partnerships and category performance at the company’s 260-plus Ace Hardware stores in 18 states. Dalrymple brings more …
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Suppliers and retailers from across Canada gathered to honor the home improvement retail industry’s best retailers at the 34th Annual Outstanding Retailer Awards, presented during a gala dinner at the annual Hardlines Conference. The event was held at the Fairmont …
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Costello’s Ace Hardware has opened the doors of two new stores this month in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and Henrico, Virginia. The approximately 11,000-square-foot West Chester store opened officially Friday, September 25, 2026. The store is now open for business as …
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