Halloween shoppers this year are expected to spend more on decor than in previous years, alongside completing their shopping for the holiday early. According to the National Retail Federation, 78% of Halloween shoppers are expected to purchase decor. Total spending …
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Ace Hardware will be hosting Ace Rewards Day on Oct. 7 and 8, offering exclusive deals both online and in participating local Ace Stores. Pre-sale savings began on Oct. 1, where Ace rewards members received early access to select online …
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The U.S. government implemented a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 1, 2025, after failed attempts to reach an agreement to extend government funding. Here’s how the shutdown will affect housing and homebuilders, according to the National Association of Home …
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Consumer confidence fell to the lowest level in five months as consumers remained concerned about increasing inflation and a weak labor market. The Consumer Confidence Index, reported by the Conference Board, measures how optimistic or pessimistic consumers feel about their …
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Ace Hardware is partnering with Affirm, a payment network that provides a pay-over-time option to customers shopping in-store. With over 5,200 locations, Ace now offers Affirm at participating retailers across the U.S., giving consumers a flexible and transparent way to …
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Home Depot recently announced HD Pass, a new digital wallet feature available in the company’s app, allowing users to scan QR codes at checkout to link purchases to their rewards account, apply personalized offers, track spending and rewards and pay …
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New tariffs on lumber and timber have been announced in a recent proclamation from President Donald Trump. A 10% tariff on foreign softwood lumber and timber and a 25% tariff on kitchen cabinets, vanities and upholstered wooden furniture will be …
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Bricoday 2025, the leading international trade fair in the DIY home, technical and garden sectors brought in record breaking numbers from September 24 to 25 in Milan, Italy. The number of exhibitors at this year’s event increased 20% from 2024, …
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