2020 was a year of sales momentum for the home improvement market. As COVID-19 forced millions of people across the world to stay at home, they begin to see new potential for their living spaces and finally had the time …
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Explore 2020 Home Improvement Sales Results
Marked by a renewed surge of DIY activity, 2020 was a year of sales momentum for the home improvement market. Now, big-box chains, wholesalers and co-ops are announcing their fiscal year 2020 financial results, shedding light on obstacles and opportunities …
Read More »Made in USA Good for Growth
Just like supporting small and local businesses, buying domestic products is important for many reasons, including support for economic growth and job growth in America. Because of this, products that are assembled or manufactured in the USA have long been …
Read More »Monitoring the Market: Q4 2020
Monitoring market trends in consumer sentiment, home improvement rates and construction figures can help you anticipate emerging opportunities for your business. Use the tables below to get a deeper understanding of a few of the forces affecting independent home improvement. …
Read More »Review the Latest COVID-19 Retail Restrictions
During the 2020 holiday shopping season, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is striving to keep independent home improvement retailers informed of the latest COVID-19 guidance. Take a moment to review a state-by-state overview of current restrictions on …
Read More »COVID-19’s Impact on 2020 and Beyond
New consumer information from market research firm The NPD Group (NPD) shows the popularity of DIY home improvement projects is a trend that looks poised to continue. NPD’s Checkout service tracks consumer behavior across all retail channels, illuminating trends in …
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The Duracell 4 Amp Charger and Maintainer is a multistage charger that automatically adjusts to the power needs of your batteries. With 4 amps of power, it takes batteries from dead to ready to start in under 2 hours. The …
Read More »Lowe’s 360: Extra Features
Read the Lowe’s 360 story from Hardware Retailing magazine here. The following extras are only available online and provide a closer look at Lowe’s. SWOT Analysis Lowe’s has been successful for decades, but operates in a competitive marketplace with strong contenders among …
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