Hardware Stores in the US

IBISWorld Industry Report

Publication Date	August 2009
Publisher	IBISWorld
Product Type	Report
Pages	39
ISBN Number	not applicable
Product Code	IBI00914

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Summary

Hardware in Hard Times

This industry is facing some challenges as higher interest rates and declines in household disposable income slow growth in new constructions, and constrain spending on alterations and additions to existing houses. Global trade may assist in opening access to talent, ideas and especially innovation.This industry comprises establishments known as hardware stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new hardware items, such as tools and builders' hardware. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Content

Industry Definition
- Activities (Products and Services)
- Similar Industries
- Other Related Industries
Key Statistics
- Current Prices
- Constant Prices
- Real Growth
- Ratio Table
Segmentation
- Products and Service Segmentation
- Major Market Segments
- Industry Concentration
- Geographic Spread
Market Characteristics
- Market Size
- Linkages
- Demand Determinants
- Domestic and International Markets
- Basis of Competition
- Life Cycle
Industry Conditions
- Barriers to Entry
- Taxation
- Industry Assistance ;Regulation and Deregulation
- Cost Structure
- Capital and Labor Intensity
- Technology and Systems
- Industry Volatility
- Globalization
Key Factors
- Key Sensitivities
- Key Success Factors
Key Competitors
- Major Players
- Player Performance
- Other Players
Industry Performance
- Current Performance
- Historical Performance
Outlook