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A new analysis from SHRM reveals that while the veteran workforce in America continues to shrink, it remains one of the most skilled, experienced and leadership-ready segments of the labor market.  According to the Labor Force Snapshot: Veterans in the …

Trade-related costs of Canadian imports have recently increased due to adjustments to antidumping and countervailing duty rates and the imposition of Section 232 tariffs, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye on Housing.  The average duty rate on …

Home Hardware Stores Limited was recently named the title sponsor of the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC), an event created to inspire youth across Canada to explore careers in the skilled trades. “Partnering with Home Hardware Stores Limited will help …

Retail sales grew in October, showing monthly and year-over-year gains heading into the holiday shopping season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Retail sales grew in October as consumers geared up for the holiday season,” says NRF president and CEO …

Consumer sentiment dropped to a near-record low amid government shutdown concerns, according to the University of Michigan’s consumer-sentiment index. The index reported a reading of 50.3 in November, down from 53.6 in October and down 29.9% year over year. This …

ABC Supply Co. recently announced the openings of new locations in California and Texas. The new Lancaster, California, store, located at 43014 Exchange Pl., will be led by branch manager Rommell Blandino. Blandino has a strong sales background and was …

Registration for the premier international hardware show, EISENWARENMESSE, is officially open for the 2026 fair in Cologne, Germany. Around 3,000 exhibitors are expected to showcase offerings at the 2026 show from March 3-6. Attendees are encouraged to register online for …

For 80 years, the National Hardware Show (NHS) has brought together the home improvement industry and has served as the premier trade event for the industry, connecting global manufacturers, retailers, associations and media to showcase innovations and discuss industry trends. …