Builder confidence sees steep declineHome builder sentiment falls to its lowest level since June 2020. BlueTape debuts Virtual CardThe new feature allows contractors to use BlueTape to finance their building supply invoices at any construction supply store. NAHB says housing affordability is deteriorating Less than 50% of homes sold in the first quarter were affordable to median-income families. Interfor reports big Q1 lumber sales The Canadian lumber producer sets a new company record for total production. Trex sales soar in Q1 Sales of residential products rise 40% for the period. UFP Industries acquires Cedar Poly Cedar Poly is a full-service recycler of polyethylene flakes and pellets used in composite decking. NLBMDA continues to oppose tax hikes In a letter to leaders of Congress, the association says tax increases will harm family-owned businesses and the creation of new jobs. Banner first quarter for Builders FirstSource Core organic sales increased by 15% in the first quarter as commodity price inflation contributed 12.8% to net sales. No Deal: NSCS and ACS dissolve acquisition agreement American Contractor's Supply CEO Jason Reuter has a “change of heart.” Equipment and tool rental could see 11% growth this year Construction equipment rental is expected to see 13% growth this year to total $41.7 billion in revenue. First Previous 40 41 42 43 44 Next Last