In February, Brian Carson became the new chief executive officer for the Pittsburgh Paints Co., which today announced new branding to complement the company’s move to become a privately held company and name change that took place in December 2024. …
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The National Retail Federation (NRF) hosted its fifth annual State of Retail & The Consumer presentation, covering a variety of topics, including how to serve customers, consumer trends and a 2025 retail sales forecast. The presentation also featured insights from …
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Lowe’s recently announced its partnership with homeowner membership platform, Mesa. Lowe’s customers who have a Mesa Homeowners Card that is linked to their MyLowe’s Rewards account are eligible to receive up to $120 annually in credits for purchases made at Lowe’s. …
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Moving into the second quarter of 2025, the labor market continues to tell the same story: more job openings than people looking for jobs. In February 2025, the number of unemployed people was 7.1 million, according to the U.S. Bureau …
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Do it Best recently completed the first-ever trade on the newly launched Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) Futures contract on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). Do it Best collaborated early with the CME Group to develop the contract, leveraging its expertise …
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Westlake Ace Hardware and Costello’s Ace Hardware announced the opening of new store locations in Missouri, Kansas and Virginia. Westlake Ace Hardware Westlake Ace Hardware announced it has signed an agreement to open a new store in Grain Valley, Missouri, and …
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In this special digital issue, you’ll get a retailer-focused look at fastener trends, proven merchandising strategies and what customers are looking for in this key category. Plus, explore featured products and insights from four leading fastener manufacturers. Dive in now and discover …
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James D. Tipton, former president and CEO of Handy Hardware, passed away on March 26, 2025 at the age of 100. Jim served as president and CEO of Handy Hardware for over 21 years, retiring in 2002. Jim was an …
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