Ceramic Imports Declined in 2024, Vinyl Imports Rose
Charlotte, NC, February 11, 2025-In 2024, ceramic imports were down for the third consecutive year, while vinyl flooring imports increased though share gain seemed to be slowing, reports Truist.
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Small Business Optimism Down 2.3 Points in January
Washington, DC, February 11, 2025—The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.3 points in January to 102.8. This is the third consecutive month above the 51-year average of 98.
Dodge Momentum Index Up 5.6% in January
Boston, MA, February 11, 2025 — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, grew 5.6% in January to 225.7 (2000=100) from the revised December reading of 213.6. Over the month, commercial planning increased 4.2% while institutional planning improved 8.7%.
Emser Partners with Jennifer Farrell for Two Tile Collections
Los Angeles, CA, February 11, 2025—Emser Tile, designer and producer of tile and natural stone, has formed an exclusive partnership with interior designer and television host, Jennifer Farrell.
CFI to Hold Two-Day Installation Course on LVP & Laminate
Fredericksburg, VA, February 11, 2025—Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) will host a two-day LVP and laminate workshop on April 4 and 5.
Live Ventures Sales Down 5% in Q1, Income Up YOY
Las Vegas, NV, February 10, 2025-Live Ventures-a diversified holding company that owns Marquis Industries Flooring and Liquidators-announced Q1 2025 revenue of $111.5 million, a 5% decline compared to $117.6 million in the prior year period.
Houzz Survey Reveals Renovation Pros Have Positive Outlook on 2025
Palo Alto, CA, February 10, 2025—Houzz has released findings from a survey of 1,537 U.S. residential renovation businesses about 2024 and expectations for 2025.
Builder Compiles Top Residential Design Predictions for 2025
Washington, DC, February 10, 2025-To see what’s in store for 2025, Builder analyzed several residential design predictions from sources including the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Taylor Morrison, Houzz, Zillow, and Fixr.
Construction Employment Rate for December Rose 0.8%
Washington, DC, February 10, 2025—The national December 2024 not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rate was 5.2%, up 0.8% from December 2023, according to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by Associated Builders and Contractors.
Mohawk's Sales Inch Up in Q4, Earnings Down 34%
Calhoun, GA, February 7, 2025-Mohawk announced net sales for Q4 2024 were $2.6 billion, a slight increase over Q4 2023’s $2.6 billion.