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True Value Supports Maui School Impacted by Wildfires

True Value has announced a significant donation to the Sacred Hearts School in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, that was affected by recent wildfires. The contribution consists of products valued at a total of $200,000, spanning essential categories aimed at helping the …

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FTC Sues Amazon for Illegally Maintaining Monopoly Power

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 17 state attorneys general today sued Amazon.com, Inc. alleging that the online retail and technology company is a monopolist that uses interlocking anticompetitive and unfair strategies to illegally maintain its monopoly power. The FTC …

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True Value Marketing Exec Outlines How Company Is ‘Here for You’

Earlier this month as True Value celebrated its 75th anniversary, the company’s executive team announced plans to invigorate the venerable brand and update its value proposition for the retailers it champions and the consumers those retailers serve. Hardware Retailing had …

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MARSHALLTOWN Acquires Barwalt Tool Co., Expands Presence in the Tile Industry

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MARSHALLTOWN, a privately held construction tools and equipment manufacturer, recently announced the acquisition of Barwalt Tool Co., a manufacturer of quality, professional tiling tools and accessories known for its tile spacers and Ultralight Knee Pads. Based in Post Falls, Idaho, …

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Ace Hardware Fall 2023 Convention Delivers Promises for Future

2023 Fall Convention

At the Fall 2023 Convention, Ace Hardware pledged to build on a century of success and continue to help its retailers be “the place with the helpful hardware folks.” During the opening general session of the event, which was held …

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Upward Picked as Sherwin-Willams 2024 Color of the Year

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Sherwin-Williams introduced its 2024 Color of the Year Upward SW 6239, a breezy and blissful shade of blue that evokes the ever-present sense of peace found when slowing down, taking a breath and allowing the mind to clear.  “Upward SW …

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IKEA Partners With Afterpay to Offer Flexible Payments

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IKEA U.S. introduced its first-ever Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) program in partnership with Afterpay, providing increased financial accessibility through a budget-friendly payment option for shoppers. Afterpay “Pay in 4” service is now available nationwide in-store and online at IKEA.com …

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Home Hardware Fall Homecoming Emphasizes Strength in Collaboration

Home Hardware Fall

Full of energy and high spirits, Home Hardware dealers convened at the Enercare Center in Toronto, Ontario, for the Home Hardware Fall 2023 Homecoming, Sept. 13-15. Revolving around the theme of “Together We Build,” the event highlighted how working together …

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