American Hardware Manufacturers Association (AHMA)

News Of The Day

Target August Sales +3% - 9/9/2010
August comparable-store sales increased 1.8 percent.

AHMA Confidence Index Declines - 9/8/2010
The American Hardware Manufacturers Association’s AHMA Home Improvement Industry Confidence Index’s Current Situation Index declined in August to 191.7 from 241.7 in July (October 2008 = 100), while the Future Expectations Index also fell to 193.1 from 229.3 a month earlier.

True Value Kicks off 'Design SOS: Friends to the Rescue!' Contest - 9/8/2010
True Value has launched the "Design SOS: Friends to the Rescue" contest and is asking Americans why their friend (or even their own abode) needs a design update.

Lowe’s Awarded Government TCPN Contract - 9/8/2010
With this agreement, public agencies that must meet state procurement requirements have access to preferred pricing on in-stock items at Lowe’s.

Lowe’s to Provide Financial Update - 9/7/2010
Robert A. Niblock, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Goldman Sachs Annual Global Retailing Conference in New York on Tuesday, September 14 at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Industry Stocks Gain 51 Points - 9/7/2010
The broader Dow also gained significantly in the week leading up to the Labor Day holiday, gaining 438 points to end at 10448, a four percent gain for the week.