The U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs in September while the unemployment rate increased to 4.2%, both showing little change from August’s report, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Total nonfarm payroll employment changed little in September (+29,000), …
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The Home Depot Expands Pro Delivery Network
The Home Depot recently announced the opening of its newest flatbed delivery center (FDC) in Westminster, Massachusetts. As the company’s 18th FDC, this facility will help deliver oversized and bulk products faster and more efficiently to jobsites. The 1.1-million-square-foot center delivers …
Read More »C2 Paint Names Pueblo as 2027 Color of the Year
C2 Paint has named Pueblo (C2-510) its 2027 Color of the Year, a nuanced, warm hue made of earth, rose and brown tones. Pueblo leads Rural Renaissance, C2’s 2027 color story, evoking the idea of rediscovering curiosity, creativity, appetite and …
Read More »Major Retailers to Compete With Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days
As Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days approach on Oct. 6-7, 2026, other major retailers are meeting their match with their own sales on Tuesday and Wednesday. Ace Hardware announced Ace Rewards Days, where Ace Rewards members can save 15% on …
Read More »Private Residential Construction Spending Up in August
Private residential construction spending rose in August 2026 following months of decline during the second quarter of the year, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders. Private residential construction spending was reported at a seasonally adjusted …
Read More »Builders FirstSource Opens New Colorado Facility
Builders FirstSource recently celebrated its new 185,000-square-foot facility located on 40 acres within Rocky Mountain Rail Park in Bennett, CO, at an open house event on Sept. 29, 2026. Builders FirstSource customers, supplier partners and team members, as well as …
Read More »Dunn-Edwards Announces 2027 Color of the Year
Dunn-Edwards Corporation has announced French Press Coffee (DEBN07) as its 2027 color of the year. The shade is a a deep brown softened by a subtle plum undertone that embodies the rich character of roasted coffee and the enduring appeal …
Read More »Walmart Rolls Out Light-Up Digital Shelf Labels
Walmart recently announced Shop to Light, a new in-store feature controlled by the Walmart app to help customers easily find items on the shelves. Customers can use the Walmart app to ask for help finding an item, and the request …
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