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  • Truist Releases Earnings Expectations for Q2 2026

    Charlotte, NC, July 7, 2026—”Our group enters 2Q26 earnings expecting results to reflect weak residential construction and remodeling activity. However, we do not believe R&R trends worsened despite negative headlines and higher gas prices. The biggest risk is price/cost pressure, as rising petro costs outpaced pricing actions, especially in commercial roofing…” reports Truist.
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