Canadian Industries Limited (CIL) recently announced the company’s new logo and renewed mission, revealing a new chapter for the company. “Today we unveil more than a new CIL logo and mission,” says Tim Fisher, CIL co-president of retail. “We are …

Lowe’s recently cut approximately 600 jobs from both corporate and support roles, citing a shift in focus to in-store employees. “This step helps better align our resources to support our stores and the associates who serve customers every day,” says …

Inflation dropped in January to the lowest level in eight months, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye on Housing. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) components have resolved distortions from the government shutdown last October, …

Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing decreased year over year in Q4 2025, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).  The Multifamily Production Index (MPI), one of the two …

Straight Line Metal Buildings recently announced the appointment of Sean Weda as its new general manager. Weda’s career background includes six years of leading Marines in the infantry followed by over 13 years of progressive leadership experience in the manufacturing …

Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase and strong year-over-year gains in January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Consumers demonstrated continued resilience in January, showing moderate spending growth on the heels of record-high spending during the holiday season,” says …

Deckorators released its 2026 Outdoor Living Report, detailing the trends shaping how contractors, designers and homeowners approach outdoor spaces like decks, docks, patios and backyards. “In recent years, ‘home’ has taken on a deeper meaning—not just as a place to …

Do it Best recently shared that Chad Ruth announced his retirement at the end of January, concluding a successful career with the company.  Ruth served as president and CEO of United Hardware Distributing Co. prior to and during the early …