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Import Cargo Projected to Rise During Tariff Pause

Import cargo expected increase

Import cargo at major U.S. container ports is expected to see a surge throughout the summer as retailers take advantage of a 90-day reduction in tariffs that were recently imposed on China, according to the National Retail Federation and Hackett …

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U.S. Economy Adds 139,000 Jobs in May

May job market

Job growth in the U.S. moderated in May despite ongoing economic and policy uncertainty, with the unemployment rate remaining at 4.2%, according to an analysis by the National Association of Home Builder’s (NAHB) Eye on Housing. Over the past 12 …

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Do it Best Names Director of Strategic Initiatives

director strategic initiatives

Do it Best recently announced the appointment of Tony Miner to director of strategic initiatives. “We’re pleased to welcome Tony Miner into his new role within our division as the director of strategic initiatives,” says vice president of sales Greg …

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Theisen’s Adds Shelf-Scanning Robot to 3 Locations

Theisen's robot

In its ongoing efforts to deliver a high level of service to customers and employees, Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto has added Simbe Robotics’ shelf-scanning robots to three store locations in Dubuque and Dyersville, Iowa, and Jefferson, Wisconsin. Tally utilizes AI and computer …

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84 Lumber Opens New Truss Plant

84 Lumber truss plant

84 Lumber announced it has added a new 75,000-square-foot truss plant in Northwood, Ohio. “This new truss plant allows us to better serve the customers in the Detroit and Toledo markets, and adds to our capacity in the surrounding areas,” …

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New and Existing Home Price Gap Shrinks in Q1 2025

New and existing homes price gap

The gap between new and existing home prices is narrowing, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). “Homebuilders are committed to ensuring everyone who values homeownership has the opportunity to attain a safe, affordable home,” says NAHB chairman …

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