Elizabeth La Jeunesse 🏡
elajeunesse.bsky.social
Elizabeth La Jeunesse 🏡
@elajeunesse.bsky.social
Expert economic research 20+ years experience | housing and building products | Senior Manager @ John Burns Research and Consulting | Evidence-based analysis and insight
Professional remodelers broadly reported an uptick in project activity as 2024 closed out. Looking ahead they expect large project activity to recover (we estimate $50B is deferred). Tariffs throw a wrench in this. Higher pricing for lumber, appliances, hardware, etc. could stall progress.
January 31, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Thinking of buying a major household appliance? With the tariff announcement, might be good to act soon...

73% of small electrical appliances are imported (mainly China)

44% of our major household appliances are imported (led by Mexico, China)

Expect a measurable impact on pricing.
January 31, 2025 at 8:40 PM
January 31, 2025 at 8:13 PM