Stay current on the economic and industry trends influencing home improvement. This monthly update features key economic indicators, housing data, and consumer insights to help you monitor market conditions and make informed business decisions.

The Q2 2026 edition of our U.S. Size of the Home Improvement Products Market Forecast provides the industry's most comprehensive product-focused view of the home improvement market, with historical data spanning more than three decades and updated five-year forecasts for both consumer and professional spending.

The report delivers detailed market sizing and spending forecasts across major building product categories, customer segments, and geographic regions, including all nine U.S. Census divisions. Updated quarterly, the forecast incorporates the latest housing, economic, and remodeling activity indicators to identify emerging trends, assess market opportunities, and help industry leaders make informed strategic decisions.

HIRI’s new Aging in Place Study explores how homeowners are modifying their homes to support long-term safety, accessibility, and independence. Drawing on homeowner insights and residential permit data from Shovels, the research highlights the motivations, projects, and decision-makers shaping aging-in-place investments. Download the report to uncover key trends influencing accessible and multigenerational home design.

HIRI’s Project Decision Study delivers a comprehensive look at how homeowners plan, fund, and execute mid- to large-scale home improvement projects across 47 categories. This research uncovers the motivations, influences, and decision-making behaviors that shape project timelines, spending, and product choices. Designed to support smarter strategy and planning, the study provides actionable insights members can apply across marketing, product development, and customer engagement.