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Mortgage Applications Rose 7.9% in Week Ending April 17

Mortgage Applications Rose 7.9% in Week Ending April 17

Washington, DC, April 22, 2026—Mortgage applications increased 7.9% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending April 17, 2026.

Pace of Rent Growth in March Slowest Since 2020

Pace of Rent Growth in March Slowest Since 2020

Seattle, WA, April 22, 2026-Renters are breathing easier with income growth outpacing rent hikes, putting an extra $193 back in the typical household's pocket each month. That's $2,318 more a year for groceries and gas-or a head start on a down payment.

Pending Home Sales Rose 1.5% in March

Pending Home Sales Rose 1.5% in March

Washington, DC, April 21, 2026—Pending home sales in March increased by 1.5% from the prior month and declined 1.1% year over year, according to the National Association of Realtors Pending Home Sales report.

Retail Sales Up 1.7% in March, Up 4% YOY

Retail Sales Up 1.7% in March, Up 4% YOY

Washington, DC, April 21, 2026-Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for March 2026 were $752.1 billion, up 1.7% from the previous month and up 4.0% from March 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Number of Young Adults Interested in Construction Trades Doubles to 6%

Number of Young Adults Interested in Construction Trades Doubles to 6%

Washington, DC, April 21, 2026-A new study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reveals that more young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 are interested in the construction trades but more work needs to be done to educate the public that there are increasing opportunities for rewarding, lucrative careers in the skilled trades.

Tarkett Releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Tarkett Releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Solon, OH, April 21, 2026 - Tarkett released its 2025 Sustainability Statement, audited by independent third parties and published in full compliance with the EU CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) legislation.