Mortgage application activity rose significantly in January, primarily due to increased refinancing activity as mortgage rates dropped to a new low, according to an analysis from NAHB’s Eye on Housing. The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Market Composite Index, a measure …
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Import volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to see a significant year-over-year decline during the first half of 2026 as the impact of tariffs continues, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail …
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Kroger announced its board of directors has appointed Greg Foran as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO). Foran will also join Kroger’s board of directors and succeeds Ron Sargent, who served as interim CEO since March 2025. “Greg is a …
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With a focus on supporting customers’ unique needs and helping them identify practical pathways to growth and long-term success, the Orgill 2026 Dealer Market leaned into innovation and growth. Over the course of three days, retailers connected with manufacturers, retail …
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The current level of open jobs is down measurably from two years ago, due to declines in housing construction activity, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The number of open jobs for the …
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Sunshine Ace Hardware is getting ready for an exciting visit from the Monster truck, El Toro Loco, in anticipation of Tampa’s Monster Jam. El Toro Loco is set to make an appearance before the Jam at Sunshine Ace Hardware in …
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Lowe’s recently announced the launch of MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Club, a new platform that helps parents and kids build skills together. Through the platform, families can track kids’ progress through digital badges and manage workshop registration for multiple children within …
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Bricoday, the leading international trade fair in the DIY home, technical and garden sectors, is already expecting a record turnout for the 2026 event, happening in Milan, Italy, from September 23-24, 2026. The event will take place on the 25,000 …
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