Imports at major ports in the U.S. are projected to remain high as cargo continues to come in at retailer demand ahead of growing tariffs on China and other countries, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates …
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Honeywell Announces Separation Into Three Distinct Companies
Honeywell recently announced its intention to pursue a full separation of Automation and Aerospace Technologies following the completion of the company’s comprehensive business portfolio evaluation. Slated to be completed in the second half of 2026, the separation, paired with the …
Read More »Construction Job Openings Fall to Lowest Level Since 2017
The labor market for construction sector jobs remained lower than last year at the end of 2024, following a slow period associated with declines in some areas of the residential construction industry, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job …
Read More »Houzz State of the Industry Report Predicts Positive Outlook for 2025
Houzz Inc. recently released its 2025 U.S. Houzz State of the Industry Report, detailing an outlook for 2025 performance in the residential construction and design businesses industries and a review of 2024 performance. The study reports more than 3 out …
Read More »Reflections on NHPA’s History: Megan Menzer
As it celebrates 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) contacted past board members to get their reflections on their time at the association. Megan Menzer, owner of Newton’s True Value in Cherryvale, Kansas, was a member of …
Read More »Reflections on NHPA’s History: Dan Harris
As it celebrates 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) contacted past board members to get their reflections on their time at the association. Dan Harris, owner of Palos Ace Hardware and Lamont Ace Hardware in suburban Chicago, …
Read More »Early Bird Registration for EISENWARENMESSE 2026 Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2026 EISENWARENMESSE International Hardware Fair in Cologne, Germany. The leading international trade fair for the industry will take place March 3-6, 2026, at the Cologne fair grounds. At EISENWARENMESSE International Hardware Fair, over 3,000 …
Read More »Trex Releases Outdoor Living Forecast
Outdoor living is a popular category at many independent home improvement retailers. In 2025, homeowners are rethinking how they use and enjoy their backyards—blending design with personalized touches and sustainability. “Homeowners today are thinking far beyond the basics of a …
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