Readers Respond: In search of trends

5/17/2018
Pet products, farm and ranch, Made in USA, and high-tech smart home products were among the many storylines in Las Vegas at the 2018 show. And according to Rich Russo, VP of the National Hardware Show, there was something for everyone. “It’s great to see so much enthusiasm and excitement across the show floor.

What trend tops all? That’s difficult to tell. But based on a sample of less than 100 respondents to a recent HBSDealer poll question, the leading trend in the business is “smart home.” This trend beat “Popularity of Made in USA” and “Time- and labor-saving products” by a nose.

You can still take the poll at the right side of the screen (or scroll down on your mobile device.) Or tell us what you think at [email protected]
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