The company that owns T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods in the U.S. has introduced a new big-box chain in Massachusetts that is “more reminiscent of a Home Depot or Lowe’s,” according to CNBC. Homesense has a showroom for furniture and home …
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On Monday, Aug. 21, people across the United States took a break from their daily routines to look up at the sky. In more than 14 states, locals and out-of-towners gathered to witness the total solar eclipse that passed from …
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The Home Depot Inc. will transform 50 of its stores’ rooftops into mini solar farms, according to a report from the Atlanta Business Chronicle. In partnership with Current, a subsidiary of General Electric Company, and Tesla, Home Depot will participate …
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In its second-quarter financial results released Wednesday, Lowe’s announced that it will increase “customer-facing hours” to continue its upward trend in comparable store sales, according to the company. “Lowe’s hopes to ride the wave of stronger shopper traffic with the investment …
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The Ace Hardware 2017 Fall Convention began with both warnings and encouragement from the cooperative’s top executives. Ace leaders spoke to retailers at the buying show’s general session, which started off the Aug. 17-19 convention in Chicago. President and CEO …
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Green thumbs gathered on Chicago’s Navy Pier for a look at new products in the lawn and garden category Aug. 15-17 at the annual Independent Garden Center Show (IGC). Independent garden center operators and home improvement industry members learned about new products and spoke with …
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Lowe’s Canada, Solar Brokers Canada and its affiliate Green Lion Eco Group have announced the formation of Lowe’s Solar, a new partnership that aims to provide customers with solar energy education and installation services throughout Ontario, Canada, the company reports. …
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Target CEO Brian Cornell recently offered his perspective on Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods, Target’s plans for the future, as well as the company’s changing customer demographics, according to a report from The Star Tribune, which is located near Target’s …
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