Poll question: A stovetop debateGas burners are feeling the heat. What should be done? EYE on RETAIL: Construction prices ease in DecemberOverall construction input prices are 7.9% higher than a year ago. Single-family starts jump ahead December 2022 multifamily permits see a 7.1% increase from the prior month. JCHS: Remodeling, repair spending to see sizeable slowdown Homeowners are likely to pull back on high-end projects with a focus placed on necessary replacements. Despite slight uptick, builder confidence remains low As home builder sentiment increases slightly, NAHB says a turning point lies ahead. Poll results: Recruitment vs. retention There’s a clear preference when it comes to addressing the labor shortage. In defense of the office Video conferences serve a purpose, but they're no substitute for showing up in person. EYE on RETAIL: Tech predictions for 2023 Retail technology experts predict what might be ahead for the year. New home sales released Data for sales of new single-family houses in November. EYE on RETAIL: Super Saturday draws 189 million shoppers About 70% of shopping took place in a physical store, according to a survey from ICSC. First Previous 19 20 21 22 23 Next Last