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On the Web: February 2021

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There’s much more to discover from the February 2021 edition of Hardware Retailing. Browse the links below to uncover new opportunities, trends and innovations to lead your operation to success. Also Discover… Compare the 2021 Colors of the Year Products …

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Review the Latest COVID-19 Retail Restrictions

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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 …

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How Will You Budget for 2021?

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After an unprecedented year full of retail volatility and strong sales for home improvement retailers, how will you budget for your business in 2021? Over the past few months, the North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) has received hundreds of …

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Monitoring the Market: June 2020

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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. …

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Canadian Headlines for Retailers: May 25

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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. Canadian Retail Sees Record Decline as Online Sales …

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Hartmann to Join Bed Bath & Beyond as COO

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John Hartmann will join home furnishings retailer Bed Bath & Beyond. He will serve as chief operating officer of Bed Bath & Beyond and president, buybuy BABY, effective May 18, 2020. Earlier this week, True Value Co. confirmed Hartmann would …

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Retail Sales Fall 8.7% in March

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As COVID-19 continues to impact every aspect of retail, the latest retail sales report from the U.S. Department of Commerce shows overall retail and food service sales fell 8.7 percent from Feb. 2020 to March 2020. Retail, excluding food service,  …

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Monitoring the Market: Quarter 1

Use the following industry metrics to anticipate emerging trends and opportunities in the channel. Data is not seasonally adjusted, meaning these graphs represent real-time shifts in the market. Understand consumers’ desire to save or spend by gauging overall consumer confidence …

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