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Incandescent Lightbulbs Ban Takes Affect in U.S.

incandescent lightbulbs

As of Aug. 1, retailers are no longer allowed to sell incandescent lightbulbs under new energy efficiency rules enacted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Light-emitting diode (LED) lightbulbs will fully replace the incandescent versions, though many consumers have …

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Ace No. 2 in Top 100 Omnichannel Retailers Report

ServiceMaster Brands

Total Retailer released its sixth annual Top 100 Omnichannel Retailers report, recognizing leading retailers and brands based on omnichannel criteria, including digital and physical channels that offer consumers the best, most seamless shopping experience between both channels. Ace Hardware was …

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Webinar: Learn the Latest on Inventory Management

Inventory Management Webinar

What long-term effects will the pandemic have on the way retailers manage their inventory?  The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) invites all members of the independent home improvement, paint and decorating industry to the upcoming Inventory Management webinar …

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Initial Unemployment Claims Fall Below 1M

unemployment claims

According to data from the U.S. Department of Labor, weekly initial jobless claims have fallen below 1 million for the first time in almost five months. Around 963,000 people filed for first-time unemployment benefits last week. In late March, initial …

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Canadian Headlines for Retailers: June 15

canadian headlines

Hardlines is keeping Canadian retailers informed on the ways COVID-19 is impacting their home improvement stores. Check back each week for an update on the latest headlines affecting home improvement retail in Canada. New Lowe’s DC Will Be Western Canada’s Largest …

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Ace Hardware Acquires 50 Great Lakes Ace Stores

Great Lakes Ace

Ace Hardware Corp. confirmed May 22 that the co-op now has full ownership of the Great Lakes Ace Hardware chain. The co-op’s first-quarter financial report says that Ace Hardware experienced revenue increases in early 2019, in part due to the acquisition of …

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NRHA Introduces 2 New Podcast Series

podcast

What are you listening to when you’re stuck in traffic or doing chores around your house? For many people, podcasts fill their time in a productive and fun way. Whether it’s true crime stories or business tips, podcasts can be …

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