Retail sales saw gains in February, with moderate growth month over month and strong growth year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Despite harsh winter weather, consumer spending grew once again in February, supported by continued wage gains …
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True Value recently announced it is the Official Hardware Partner of the BIG EAST Conference, taking place from March 11-14. “True Value has been a cornerstone of local communities for generations,” says Dent Johnson, president of True Value. “Partnering with …
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Attendees from 125 countries gathered in Cologne, Germany, from March 3-6, 2026, for the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair 2026. Around 33,000 visitors attended the event, and the new Tuesday to Friday schedule was well-received by attendees, more closely aligning …
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NHS Concept to Commerce is set to host impactful expert-led sessions covering the industry’s most talked about topics and practical application from leaders on the front lines of retail at the event’s Expert Talks Conference. Spanning two days and accessible …
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In the Mile High City, Do it Best members and True Value retailers continued their journey together toward integration at the 2026 Spring Market. As attendees walked the show floor, attended educational sessions and took part in networking opportunities, including …
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Marking one year since the first combined Do it Best and True Value market, Do it Best members and True Value retailers kicked off the 2026 Spring Market in Denver with a session led by CEO Dan Starr, who emphasized …
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The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The February unemployment rate edged up to 4.4%, showing a slight increase from January. The labor force participation rate in February …
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announced it has worked with senators Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) to introduce legislation that would address housing affordability by creating a tariff exemption process for building materials. The Housing Tariff …
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