Market Trends

NAHB Reports that Overall Housing Starts Inch Lower in 2025

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:32:16 -0500

Total housing starts for 2025 were 1.36 million, down 0.6% from the 1.37 million total in 2024.

At Start of 2026, Home Builder Sentiment Loses Ground

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:19:24 -0500

Builder confidence moved lower to start the year as affordability concerns continue to weigh heavily with buyers.

New Study Predicts Growth in Market for Building Envelope Adhesives and Sealants

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:18:29 -0500

The study details important facts and figures, expert opinions, and major developments within the industry.

The Technologies Powering Manufacturing’s Next Chapter

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:02:10 -0500

As manufacturers continue to implement automation into their operations, they need to access the latest technologies available in this segment, and a new event helps them find these technologies.

SOCMA Study Finds Specialty Chemical Manufacturers Positioned for Growth

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:48:42 -0400

The report's three-year outlook highlights investment in automation, cybersecurity, and regulated manufacturing as key drivers of long-term competitiveness.

New Study Expects Packaging Adhesives Market to Reach Over $30 Billion by 2035

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The packaging adhesives market is set for strong growth, driven by sustainability, e-commerce demand, and innovations across technologies and applications.

National Association of Home Builders Reports that Builder Confidence has Plateaued at Low Level

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:42:28 -0400

Elevated mortgage rates, weak buyer traffic and ongoing supply-side challenges continued to act as a drag on builder confidence in August, as sentiment levels remain in a holding pattern at a low level.

Single-Family Starts Weaken in June as Multi-Family Sector Sees Sharp Increase

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:04:07 -0400

Single-family housing starts declined in June to the lowest rate since July 2024 as multi-family production showed a significant increase for the month.

Composite Materials in Green Energy: Enabling Technologies and Addressing Sustainability

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:11:48 -0400

A new report by IDTechEx presents a comprehensive evaluation of how composites are being deployed across the green energy sector.

Moisture-Cure Polyurethane Adhesives: A Quiet Force in Industrial Innovation

Thu, 22 May 2025 12:06:53 -0400

A new report from Future Market Insights Inc. reveals that the global polyurethane adhesives market is gaining strong momentum.

Single-family Housing Starts Drop in April as Multi-family Housing Increases

Sat, 17 May 2025 16:53:55 -0400

A report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau states that overall housing starts increased 1.6% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.36 million units.

National Association of Home Builders Reports Decline in Multifamily Developer Confidence

Fri, 09 May 2025 13:34:59 -0400

Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing declined year-over-year in the first quarter, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released by the National Association of Home Builders.

Latest Data Show Decline in Housing Starts Amid Economic Uncertainty

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:27:40 -0400

Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs, and labor shortages led to a reduction in housing production in March.

New Home Sales to Edge Higher in February as Interest Rates Show Slight Decline

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:40:18 -0400

A small decline in mortgage rates and limited existing inventory helped new home sales to edge higher in February, although housing affordability challenges continue to act as a strong headwind on the market.

Builder Confidence Plummets as Concerns Over Tariff and Housing Costs Rise

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:55:47 -0500

According to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), builder sentiment fell sharply in February over concerns on tariffs, elevated mortgage rates, and high housing costs.

Consumer Demand for Eco-Friendly Products Drives Growth in Market for Sustainable Adhesive Tapes

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:34:35 -0500

Growth in the market for sustainable adhesive tapes is primarily driven by increasing consumer demand for environmentally friendly products and tighter regulatory requirements encouraging more sustainable manufacturing practices.

Global Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Market Poised for Significant Growth

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

One of the primary drivers of this growth is the increasing demand for pressure-sensitive adhesives in the flexible packaging sector.

Overall Housing Starts Decrease in November

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:49:37 -0500

According to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, overall housing starts decreased 1.8% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.29 million units.

New Study Finds PSA Market Driven by Flexible Packaging and EV Demand

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

A new study from Transparency Market Research predicts the global pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) market will experience a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% from 2022 to 2031.

Demand for High-Performance Materials and Sustainable Solutions Spurs Growth in Adhesives and Sealants Market

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 13:43:17 -0500

A new market report available from research firm Growth Market Reports predicts that the market for adhesives and sealants will expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% from 2023 to 2031.

New Report Predicts Global Bio-Adhesives Market to Reach $14.6 Billion

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:03:26 -0400

The demand for bio-adhesives is experiencing significant growth across various applications, including paper and packaging, construction, woodworking, medical, personal care, and more.

Single-Family Housing Starts Trend Higher in September

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 12:18:50 -0400

With the Federal Reserve beginning an easing of monetary policy and builder sentiment improving, single-family starts posted a modest gain in September.

Study Forecasts Growth in Aerospace Sealants Market

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:15:27 -0400

The global aerospace sealants market is experiencing growth due to a rise in demand for aircraft and the surge in interest in space exploration and the increasing number of satellite launches.

Study Predicts 6% CAGR for Global Adhesives and Sealants Market

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 12:02:26 -0400

A new study by SkyQuest reports that the global adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0% in the forecast period of 2024 to 2031.

Sales of New Homes Rise in July

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:25:37 -0400

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau have released data indicating a rise in sales of newly built, single-family homes in the month of July.

Survey Finds Midsize Firms Are Accelerating Generative AI Adoption

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 12:10:59 -0400

Findings from a survey conducted by Umpqua Bank indicate that companies are continuing to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) into their business practices.

New Research Anticipates Growth in the Market for Flexible Plastic Packaging

Sat, 18 May 2024 15:20:39 -0400

The market's growth is fueled by consumer lifestyle changes, industry demand, and technological advancements, with a strong focus on sustainability.

New Home Sales Rise in March, Despite Higher Interest Rates

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:14:30 -0400

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) predicts that the pace of new home sales will be under pressure in April as mortgage rates moved above 7% in April.

Moderating Interest Rates and Pent-up Demand Push Single-Family Home Starts Higher

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:22:33 -0400

A new report suggests that pent-up demand, moderating interest rates, and a lack of existing inventory helped push single-family starts in February, reaching their highest level since April 2022.

Demand for New Devices Drives Expansion of Electronic Adhesives Market

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:14:27 -0500

According to recently published market research data, the global market for electronic adhesives will increase at a 5.8% CAGR from 2023 to 2033.