EYE on RETAIL: Salesforce says inflation hits Q2 online salesDespite discounts, shoppers are facing higher prices for consumer products. JCHS forecasts remodeling and repair slowdownYear-over-year spending is expected to shrink in the first two quarters of 2024. Supply hinders June existing-home sales NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun says there are not enough homes for sale. Builder sentiment moves forward slightly in July The latest Housing Market Index sees builder confidence increase for the seventh straight month. Remodeler confidence slips in Q2 The NAHB says sentiment remains in positive territory despite rising remodeling costs. EYE on RETAIL: Fed hikes ensure lack of new retail space The Fed could increase rates twice more this year following the most severe inflationary period in four decades. Lack of inventory tops list of realtor concerns The typical realtor earned 27% of their business from previous clients and customers, up 16% from the prior year. Poll question: UPS and the supply chain Worried about a potential UPS strike? Take the poll. Poll results: Labor woes Majority of respondents say the labor shortage isn't getting better. Artificial Intelligence right now A From the Editor column reveals the industry-specific cleverness of Chat GPT. First Previous 12 13 14 15 16 Next Last
