DHA Insights: December 19, 2024
My thanks to DHA members for your support as we close out 2024 with our last issue of the newsletter for this year. We know that this year has been challenging for many parts of our industry as we have seen slower markets and increased imports. At DHA, we look forward to 2025 which will hopefully produce increased markets encouraged by lower inflation and lower interest rates that will boost homebuilding.
On the policy side, we are hopeful that the new administration will reduce unnecessary regulation and support U.S. manufacturing over imports from China and other countries that practice unfair trade, particularly countries in Asia.
Finally, I’d like to wish you all a merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a happy New Year!!
Expect the first DHA eNews of 2025 in your inbox on Thursday, January 9.
If you have questions or comments, contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
Keith A. Christman, President
Decorative Hardwoods Association
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