Residential Building Material Prices Up in September
Aggregate residential building material prices rose at the fastest pace since January 2023, according to the latest Producer Price Index from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Lowe's and Home Depot Highlight AI and Pro Initiatives in Q3 2025
Both companies hosted earnings calls where execs shared insights into different operational areas, including the use of AI technology to provide assistance to both store employees and customers.

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