by Annie Dameworth | Apr 15, 2026 | Industry News
Aboff’s Paints, with 32 locations throughout Long Island, New York, recently announced via social media it has acquired Virginia-based Vienna Paint. “After 95 years serving Long Island, Aboff’s is proud to expand beyond New York for the first time, welcoming Vienna...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 14, 2026 | Industry News
Retail sales rose in March as consumers received higher-than-usual tax refunds, making up for increased gasoline prices, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Retail sales grew for a sixth consecutive month in March as the first...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 13, 2026 | Industry News
RONA Inc. recently announced it is partnering with Canadian Industries Limited (CIL) to focus on its professional paint assortment, including SICO and RONAPRO by Dulux, a new Canadian paint brand tailored to the needs of Pros. “By partnering with CIL and leveraging...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 13, 2026 | Industry News
The U.S. Census Bureau recently announced the December 2025 Monthly State Retail Sales Report (MSRS), revealing a 2.7% year-over-year increase in total U.S. retail sales excluding nonstore retailers. Nineteen states and the District of Columbia saw positive and...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 9, 2026 | Industry News
Major paint companies have announced upcoming price hikes due to supply chain disruptions and oil price increases caused by the conflict in the Middle East, which are now impacting customers directly. In a letter to customers, Pittsburgh Paints Co. announced consumers...
