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Personal income rose 0.3% in November 2025, following a 0.1% increase, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis and an analysis from the NAHB Eye on Housing.  Higher wages and incomes drove the growth, however, income …

R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. recently announced the acquisition of Bender Lumber, set to close on February 13, 2026. “Bender Lumber is more than a business — it’s a legacy,” says Robert Plummer, CEO of R.P. Lumber. “John Bender, his brother …

Sunshine Ace Hardware at Pelican Bay Marketplace in Naples recently hosted a two-day grand opening celebration in honor of co-anchoring Pelican Bay Marketplace with Publix. The event, held from Jan. 24-25, 2026, featured grilling parties, giveaways, live music and discounts. …

Home Depot plans to cut 800 jobs at its Atlanta headquarters and is mandating a return to its five-day in-person work policy. According to a corporate spokesperson, around 150 of these jobs were based at the headquarters and the rest …

84 Lumber has opened its newest store location in La Mirada, California, in Los Angeles County. The new 26,500-square-foot store will serve as a resource for rebuilding and recovery efforts in the Palisades and surrounding areas affected by wildfires, providing …

Tractor Supply Company released its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025, reporting an increase in net sales and guidance for the fiscal year 2026. Net sales increased 3.3% to $3.09 billion in Q4 2025 and comparable store sales …

Ganahl Lumber recently announced the company has acquired Pine Tree Lumber in San Diego, California. “We are proud to announce the acquisition of Pine Tree Lumber in Escondido and Fallbrook,” says Ganahl officials via social media. “This expansion allows us …

State-level employment levels remained relatively stable year-over-year at the end of 2025, ranging from a 4.2% decline to a 1.8% gain, according to an analysis by the NAHB Eye on Housing. Construction employment showed greater fluctuations, with declines of up …