The home improvement market is growing amid increasing demand for customization, rapid urbanization, and the popularity of the DIY (Do it Yourself) concept. So, it could be wise to add quality home improvement stocks to Acuity Brands, Inc. (AYI), National Presto Industries, Inc. (NPK), and Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated (BSET) to one’s portfolio now. Technology … Read More “Top 3 Home Improvement Stocks of Their Industry” »
Rising interest rates and elevated inflation have weighed on home improvement spending as consumers have become increasingly price sensitive. However, with the likelihood of a hike rate pause in sight, home improvement demand is expected to rebound. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in quality home improvement stocks, The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW), … Read More “3 Strong Home Improvement Stocks to Buy in May” »
Major renovations that cost thousands of dollars are usually not impulse purchases. But the home improvement industry still welcomes the speed and convenience that made buy now/pay later loans popular. The US home improvement industry will reach $600 billion by 2025, according to Statista. Bigger fees come with bigger risks, which in turn adds friction … Read More “How to buy now/pay later renovating loan home improvement market | Payment Source” »
New York CNN — Home Depot couldn’t keep its protracted robust sales streak going any longer. The home improvement chain reported a small quarter as consumer spending on home improvement projects – which was buoyed by the stay-at-home pandemic lifestyle – coming to a screeching halt. The retailer posted disappointing sales for its first quarter … Read More “Home Depot hits the brakes: Three-year robust sales run ends amid pull back on home improvements” »
The Hawaii Department of Homeland recently announced it will award 23 grants to 14 organizations. $8.5 million will help fund programs, services, projects, and facility improvements at Hawaiian Home Lands throughout the state. It’s part of the department’s Native Hawaii Development Program Plan. The program’s goal is to enhance the well-being of Native Hawaiians through … Read More “Millions of dollars in grants announced for the Hawaiian Home Lands project” »
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Open this photo in gallery: Michael Garrity, chief executive officer for Financeit Canada Inc., figures less than 5 per cent of costly home improvement projects are financed the way other big purchases are bought – with monthly installation loans.Supplied Michael Garrity wants to change the way Canadians pay for home improvement. The chief executive officer … Read More “Financeit buys biggest rival to expand monthly lending to Canadian home improvement market” »