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Versatrim Acquires Artistic Finishes

Henderson, NC, January 6, 2026—Versatrim, manufacturer of vinyl and laminate floor moldings and stair solutions, has acquired Artistic Finishes, a manufacturer of solid wood moldings, stair treads, vents and advanced finishing technologies.

2025 IIDA Global Excellence Award Winners Announced

Chicago, IL, January 6, 2026—IIDA has announced the winners of the 2025 IIDA Global Excellence Awards, which honor innovation and creativity in international interior design and interior architecture projects across 15 categories.

Sawmill Production Virtually Flat for Second Year in 2025

Charlotte, NC, January 6, 2026—Sawmill production has remained largely flat for two years, despite an annual revision showing output 7.5% above 2017 levels and capacity peaking in late 2024, reports Truist.

Certified Flooring Installers Forms Partnership with TradeTap

Dalton, GA, January 6, 2026—Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) has announced a new strategic partnership with TradeTap, formerly known as Go Carerra, marking a step forward in strengthening installer education, workforce connectivity and access to modern professional resources.

Housing Market Had 37% More Sellers Than Buyers in November

Seattle, WA, January 5, 2026-There were an estimated 37.2% more home sellers than buyers in the U.S. housing market in November (or 529,770 more, in numerical terms), according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket.

Purchasing Managers' Index Declined Slightly to 47.9% in Dec.

Tempe, AZ, January 5, 2026—The Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) registered 47.9% in December, a 0.3-percentage point decrease compared to the reading of 48.2% in November and the lowest reading of 2025, according to ISM.

Proximity to Family Was Top Reason for Relocation in 2025

St. Louis, MO, January 5, 2026—"Being closer to family proved to be the biggest motivation for moving in 2025, although job-related relocation still plays a significant role,” reports Furniture Today.

NFM Promotes Jennifer Bryan to Director of Marketing

Omaha, NB, January 5, 2026—NFM (Nebraska Furniture Mart) announced the promotion of Jennifer Bryan to director of marketing, where she will lead the strategic vision, brand evolution. and multi-channel marketing performance.

Pending Home Sales Rose 3.3% in November

Washington, DC, January 2, 2026-Pending home sales in November jumped by 3.3% from the prior month and 2.6% year over year, according to the National Association of Realtors Pending Home Sales Report, released January 29, 2025.

Home Prices Rose 1.4% YOY in October, Says Case-Shiller

Washington, DC, January 2, 2026-Home prices made a 1.4% annual gain for October, up from a 1.3% rise in the previous month, according to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index, covering all nine U.S. census divisions.

Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

Omaha, NE, January 2, 2026-Warren Buffett served his final day as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway on December 31, closing a nearly 60-year tenure that reshaped the company and influenced generations of investors.

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