Lowe’s Companies released its third quarter financial results, posting $20.2 billion in total sales, compared to $20.5 billion in Q3 2023. Comparable sales for the quarter decreased 1.1%, driven by continued softness in DIY large-ticket discretionary demand, which was offset …
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Federal Judge Overturns Overtime Pay Rule
A federal judge in Texas permanently blocked a rule intended to raise the threshold for overtime pay for salaried workers. The rule raised the threshold from $684 per week, equivalent to $35,568 per year, to $844 per week, equivalent to …
Read More »NRF Expects Holiday Sales Growth
A record 183.4 million people are planning to shop in-store and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF) Holiday survey. The figure is up from the previous record of 182 million in …
Read More »Consumer Debt Reaches $5.1 Trillion in Q3
Total outstanding U.S. consumer debt stood at $5.10 trillion for the third quarter of 2024, increasing at an annualized rate of 3.28%, according to the Federal Reserve’s G.19 Consumer Credit Report. Consumer debt has slowed over the past two years, …
Read More »PPG Announces Executive Appointments
PPG announced multiple leadership appointments as the company continues to focus on driving and delivering on its growth strategy. Tom Maziarz, current PPG vice president of automotive refinish Americas, will become vice president of traffic solutions, effective Dec. 1. Maziarz …
Read More »Home Depot Releases Q3 Financials, Comparable Sales Down Again
The Home Depot reported its eighth consecutive quarter of a decrease in comparable sales, as comparable sales fell 1.2% in Q3. The retailer also reported sales of $40.2 billion, an increase of 6.6% year over year. “While macroeconomic uncertainty remains, …
Read More »Hot Products – November 13, 2024
Hot Sauce Multipack (SPONSORED) Our three most famous sauces featured on Hot Ones, Zombie Apocalypse, Son of Zombie and Garlic Reaper, are now in a handy little 3-pack. A spicier, condensed version of our Best-Sellers 8-pack, these are great for …
Read More »2025 Color of the Year Roundup
Neutral tones and light blues dominated many Colors of the Year in 2024 but in 2025, bright yellows and deep blues dominate the trending color market. By tracking trending colors from the paint manufacturers, you will be able to help your customers …
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