Retail building supply industry

Article Abstract:

The turmoil in the stock market in the summer and fall of 1998 has had an effect on the stocks of the retail building supply industry and the sector may consolidate as a result. The market division between do-it-yourselfers and professional contractors, along with competition, is also extending the push toward larger superstores and away from smaller ones. Investors need to concentrate on growth stocks with good track records.

Building Materials, Retail, Building Material and Supplies Dealers, Lumber and other building materials, Lumber & Bldg Materials, Retail, Retail industry, Retail trade, Building materials industry

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Retail building supply industry

Article Abstract:

The home improvement and building supply retail industry has changed since the introduction of superstores in the 1980s by Home Depot and the small stores cannot compete with larger retailers. An increase in the number of stores is the best method to earnings gains, also, and the superstores cater to professional contractors, as well. However, investors need to be careful when evaluating these stocks for selection.

Hardware Stores

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Retail building supply industry

Article Abstract:

The retail building supply industry stocks have shown volatility during the latter months of 1996. Strong companies, such as Home Depot, are stronger while the weak firms are experiencing financial difficulties. Most of these companies are consumer oriented, are cyclical in nature and have high price/earnings ratios.

Economic aspects, Grossman's Inc., Hechinger Co., GROS, BMC West Corp., BMCW, HECHA

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