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U.S. Melamine Prices Drop Amid Decreased Demand

U.S. Melamine Prices Drop Amid Decreased Demand

Washington, D.C., July 29, 2024--During the early weeks of July, melamine prices continued to decline in the North American market due to persistently low demand, reports ChemAnalyst, a digital platform that offers data and analysis on 400+ chemicals and petrochemicals in 40 countries.

New Website Aims to Elevate Hardwood's Use in Design

New Website Aims to Elevate Hardwood's Use in Design

Washington, D.C., July 29, 2024—The Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) and the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA), in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, have launched a new website to educate architects, interior designers and construction professionals on the attributes of "Real American Hardwood" products.

GDP Increased 2.8% in Q2

GDP Increased 2.8% in Q2

Washington, DC, July 25, 2024—Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.8% in Q2 2024, according to the advance estimate released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Durable Goods Orders Declined 6.6% in June

Durable Goods Orders Declined 6.6% in June

Washington, DC, July 25, 2024—New orders for manufactured durable goods in June, down following four consecutive monthly increases, decreased $18.6 billion or 6.6% to $264.5 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau announced.