Retail sales rose modestly in August, marking the 11th consecutive month of gains, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor released by the National Retail Federation. “Retail sales climbed steadily once again in August,” says Matthew Shay, NRF president and CEO. …
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The Inspired Home Show Moves to Atlanta in 2028 Through ANDMORE Partnership
ANDMORE and the International Housewares Association (IHA) recently announced a new, eight-year partnership that will bring The Inspired Home Show to AmericasMart Atlanta, co-located alongside Winter Atlanta Market, beginning in January 2028. The move brings The Inspired Home Show into …
Read More »Tractor Supply Opens New $200M Distribution Center in Idaho
Tractor Supply Company recently announced the grand opening of its 11th distribution center, located in Nampa, Idaho. Serving as the strategic “Gateway to the Pacific Northwest,” the 865,000-square-foot facility represents an investment of more than $200 million in Canyon County …
Read More »New Home Sales Surge 6.4% in August Despite Persistent Affordability Challenges
New home sales improved in August, but the broader new-home market is still experiencing weakness, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Elevated mortgage rates and ongoing affordability challenges continue to constrain demand, with new home sales remaining below …
Read More »Lowe’s Launches Drone Delivery Pilot
Lowe’s recently announced the launch of drone delivery, the newest fulfillment method for the retailer that delivers select home improvement items directly to DIY and Pro customers in as fast as 20 minutes. This pilot is now live at Lowe’s …
Read More »ABC Supply Expands in the South
ABC Supply has announced the opening of 2 new locations in Mississippi and Texas. Hattiesburg, Mississippi: Located at 1744 Evelyn Gandy Parkway and open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday. Branch Manager Ryan Yared joined ABC Supply …
Read More »Westlake Royal Building Products and BlueLinx Expand Distribution Agreement
Westlake Royal Building Products recently announced an expanded distribution agreement with BlueLinx, one of North America’s leading building products distributors. Through the long-standing partnership, Westlake Royal will serve as BlueLinx’s sole PVC trim supplier, distributing Kleer® PVC Trim across its network …
Read More »California Paints Announces 2027 Color of the Year
California Paints has announced its 2027 Color of the Year: Quiet Peace, a deep, moody blue that evokes tranquility and calm at a time when homeowners and consumers are seeking it out more than ever before. Quiet Peace is a …
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