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Power Tools: Current Market Trends and Future Projections

U.S. power tool sales are set to decline by 1.3% in 2024 but are expected to rebound with 2.8% growth from 2026 to 2028. Brands must focus on innovation, sustainability, and safety to meet the evolving preferences of professional and DIY consumers.

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Customer Usage and Attitude
Product Development
Building & Construction

Impacts of Dealer Consolidation on The Building Products Industry with Craig Webb [VIDEO]

Craig Webb joins Grant Farnsworth is this "Shop Talk" to discuss the latest figures in dealer consolidation activity in the building products industry and it implications. Plus, they explore the reasons behind the increase in acquisitions and discuss the challenges faced by dealers today.

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Building & Construction
Market Sizing

7 Reasons Why Market Growth is Forecasted to Rebound for Insulation, Waterproofing, and Weatherization Products in 2025

With growth expected over the next few years for weatherization, insulation, and waterproofing products, there are going to be new opportunities for weatherization and insulation manufacturers and distributors to meet changing demand and acquire a larger share of the market.

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Building & Construction

The Home Depot to Acquire SRS Distribution, Inc - So, What's Next?

In dozens of conversations since the announcement of The Home Depot's pending acquisition of SRS Distribution Inc., there seem to be more questions than answers. Here’s what we're hearing throughout the industry:

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Building & Construction
Market Sizing

Top Takeaways from 2024 IBS, KBIS, IRE, AHR Expo, and World of Concrete

Here are some initial takeaways we’ve gathered from 2024 trade shows to provide you with insights on where our industry may be heading this year and next. For starters, KBIS, IBS, IRE, AHR Expo, and World of Concrete all saw high attendance and high energy to kickoff 2024, and it only gets better from there.

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Building & Construction
Home Improvement

Are Lumber Prices Going to Go Down in 2024?

Two-thirds of U.S. lumber consumption can be attributed to new home construction and home improvement projects, according to CAIA Association. Volatility has defined the lumber market since 2020, but some stability returned in 2023.

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Market Sizing
Building & Construction

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