Market research firms The Farnsworth Group and the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) are tracking pro and DIY project activity as COVID-19 continues to impact the home improvement market. In the latest update focused on DIYers, new data reveals exactly …
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Small Businesses Prioritized in Latest Round of Paycheck Protection Program
The latest round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding opened in January, and now, the Small Business Administration (SBA) is taking steps to prioritize lending to small businesses. To achieve this, the administration will: Establish a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan …
Read More »OHSA Issues New Guidance Against COVID-19
In its report , The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides updated guidance on safety measures and health standards employers should follow during the COVID-19 pandemic, listing the following as necessary steps: Conduct a hazard assessment. Identify control measures …
Read More »Lowe’s Reports $89B in 2020 Sales
Home improvement chain Lowe’s has announced its fourth-quarter and fiscal year 2020 financial results, revealing more than $89 billion in sales throughout a year marked by strong DIY spending. In total, Lowe’s reports fourth-quarter net sales of $20.3 billion, up …
Read More »Exclusive: True Value CEO Chris Kempa Shares Thoughts on Retail Success
True Value CEO Chris Kempa took time to speak to Hardware Retailing before the company launches its 2021 Spring V-Union. Learn more from Kempa about what to expect from this year’s virtual event, how True Value is adapting to better …
Read More »Register Now: True Value’s Spring 2021 V-Union Begins Feb. 22
True Value Co. is inviting retailers to Power Up at the company’s Spring 2021 V-Union event. Learn more about the online event and register to attend today. The company’s virtual spring trade show will kick off Monday, Feb. 22 and …
Read More »True Value Co. Welcomes New Supply Chain VP
True Value Co., one of the world’s largest hardlines wholesalers, has announced Dario Skocir will join the company as the vice president of supply chain on Feb. 22. Skocir has more than 30 years of transforming operations with innovative technologies …
Read More »New Data Projects Home Improvement Momentum
The DIY momentum seen in 2020 may have staying power in 2021, according to new market data exploring the home improvement market size, existing home sales and overall recent home improvement retail sales. DIY Market Expands More home improvement shoppers …
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