Disciplined capital allocation will continue to support Doors That Do More™ strategy and drive enhanced shareholder value Masonite International Corporation (“Masonite” or the “Company”), a leading global designer, manufacturer, marketer and distributor of interior and exterior doors and premium door systems, confirmed the termination of its previously announced definitive merger agreement to acquire PGT Innovations, Inc. […]
Mortgage Applications Increase in January 17th MBA Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications increased 10.4 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending January 12, 2024. Last week’s results included an adjustment to account for the New Year’s holiday. The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 10.4 percent on […]
Madison’s Reporter: Lumber Prices Boost Slightly to Start 2024
In the week ending January 5, 2024, the price of Western S-P-F 2×4 #2&Btr KD (RL) was US$452 mfbm, said forest products industry price guide newsletter Madison’s Lumber Reporter. This is up by +$38, or +9%, compared to the previous week when it was $414. That week’s price is up by +$41, or +10%, from […]
Simpson Strong-Tie Has Acquired PMJ-tec in Switzerland
Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has acquired PMJ-tec, a Swiss roofing and facade fastener manufacturer specializing in A2, A4 and other high grade corrosion resistant stainless steel products. PMJ-tec, founded in 1975, has its main office and factory in Switzerland and warehouses as well as sales offices in Germany […]
Ace Hardware Ranked as One of World’s Top Five Franchises, First in Category for 2024
Ace Hardware climbs two spots in the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking, Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® Ace Hardware is the world’s largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative, and it is now ranked as No. 5 on the list of top franchise opportunities in the world in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. […]
Short & Paulk Supply Company Announces the Opening of a New Retail Location in Tifton, GA
Short and Paulk Supply Company, a trusted name in the construction and building materials industry since 1941, is excited to announce the upcoming establishment of a new retail location in Tifton, GA. The strategically chosen site is located on HWY 82 West at the corner of HWY 82 and Marshall Drive, which will provide easy […]
L&W Supply Announces Regional Restructuring and Promotions
Mark Woodsum, Evan Jaques, Nick Makar, Steve Ham, Marcos Ribeiro and Jon Donegan Promoted L&W Supply, a nationwide distributor of interior building materials and construction supplies, has announced the strategic restructuring of its regional divisions as the company expands. In addition, the company has announced corresponding promotions for associates in the new regions and districts, […]
Q.E.P. Co., Inc. Reports Fiscal 2024 Nine Month and Third Quarter Financial Results
Q.E.P. CO., INC. (the “Company” or “QEP”) reported its consolidated results of operations for the first nine months and third quarter of its fiscal year 2024, which ended on November 30, 2023, and announced the declaration of a special dividend. Results of Operations During the third quarter of fiscal 2024, QEP successfully completed the divestment […]
GreenFirst Announces Completion of Operational Decentralization and New Paper Mill CEO
GreenFirst Forest Products Inc. (“GreenFirst”) is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed the previously announced decentralization of its lumber mill and paper mill operations. In connection with the decentralization, Terry Skiffington has been engaged as Chief Executive Officer of the paper mill division. Mr. Skiffington is a skilled executive with a broad range […]
Tractor Supply and Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation Announce Return of “Relief for Rescues” Fundraiser
Raising funds to help shelters and shelter pets recover from natural disasters Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, in partnership with Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation, announced the second annual Relief for Rescues fundraising event. Now through January 21, customers can donate to the Relief for Rescues Fund during checkout at […]