A rising recession risk and an economy with homes and jobs not really moring. Economists share their thoughts.
When The Home Depot was founded in 1978, Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank had no idea how revolutionary this new “hardware store” would be for home improvement and the retail industry. Today, we’re proud to be the world’s largest home improvement retailer. In more than 2,300 stores across ...
Bankrate on MSN: Navigating housing affordability and a rising recession risk: Top economists’ takes on a gummed-up economy
Navigating housing affordability and a rising recession risk: Top economists’ takes on a gummed-up economy
From DIY culture to economic shifts, Home Depot’s growth mirrors America’s housing boom and changing retail landscape.
I am occasionally asked what metric I think is best for keeping track of consumers. There’s no hesitation with my answer. It’s new home starts. Let me explain why. First, what is it? The metric of new ...
Wall Street Journal: Crucial Home Selling Season Off to a Sour Start
Home sales declined 3.6% in March, getting the crucial spring selling season off to a poor start as the high cost of housing and economic uncertainty held buyers back. Sales of existing homes fell in ...
CNBC: Wealth inequality and the 'K-shaped' economy are more striking than ever, data shows
The K-shaped economy is as apparent as ever, and isn't going away anytime soon, economists said. It's now seen as more of a facet of the modern U.S. economy than a passing fad. This disparity can help ...