Hardware & Building Materials - Americas

In 2024, the Hardware & Building Materials market in the Americas is projected to generate a revenue of US$390.50bn.
This market segment is expected to experience an annual growth rate of 2.32% (CAGR 2024-2029).
When compared to other countries globally, China leads the way with a revenue of US$525bn in 2024.
Taking into account the total population, the per person revenue in the Americas for this market segment is estimated to be US$384.00 in 2024.
The United States is experiencing a surge in demand for smart home devices, driving the growth of the hardware and building materials market.

Definition:

The Hardware & Building Materials segment includes a diverse range of products that play an important role in the structure, safety, and functionality of a building. In terms of hardware, this includes various items relating to doors, cabinets, floors, and garage accessories. Also included in this category are products related to home safety and security. Building materials cover products related to key components of home improvement such as doors, walls, ceilings, and windows, as well as concrete, cement, and masonry.

Additional Information:

The market consists of revenue and average revenue per capita data. Per capita figures take into account the whole population. This market includes only B2C (business to consumer) sales. B2B (business to business) sales (e. g., hardware for coffee shops, offices, etc.) are excluded. This segment does not include floor covering, which is shown separately in the Floor Covering segment of the DIY market. For more information on the displayed data, click the info button on the right hand side of each box.

Hardware
Building supplies

Hardware services
Construction activities

The Hardware & Building Materials market in the DIY & Hardware Store market in the Americas is experiencing a negligible growth rate due to factors such as the saturation of the market and the slow economic growth in the region. However, the increasing demand for DIY and home improvement projects is expected to drive growth in the future.

Customer preferences: As consumer lifestyles continue to prioritize sustainability, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market has seen an increase in demand for eco-friendly and energy-efficient building materials. This shift towards environmentally responsible choices has also been influenced by growing concern over climate change, as well as the rise of the "conscious consumer" movement. In response, retailers have expanded their offerings to include eco-friendly options, driving sales in this segment.

Trends in the market: In the United States, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is seeing a rise in demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products. This trend is driven by growing consumer awareness of environmental issues and a desire to reduce their carbon footprint. As a result, industry stakeholders are increasingly investing in eco-friendly materials and processes, as well as promoting sustainable options to customers. This trend is expected to continue and could potentially lead to a shift in the overall market landscape towards more environmentally conscious options.

Local special circumstances: In North America, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is heavily influenced by the strong DIY culture and high homeownership rates. In contrast, the market in South America is driven by a growing interest in home improvement and renovation projects, as well as a lack of accessibility to professional services. This has led to a rise in demand for affordable and convenient DIY solutions, such as online tutorials and easily accessible building materials. Additionally, regulatory differences and varying economic factors play a significant role in shaping the market dynamics in each country within the Americas.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market in Americas is greatly impacted by macroeconomic factors such as economic stability, government policies, and infrastructure development. Countries with strong economic growth and government support for the construction industry are experiencing higher demand for hardware and building materials, leading to market growth. Additionally, the rise in disposable income, urbanization, and increasing investments in residential and commercial construction projects are driving the demand for hardware and building materials in the region.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are segmented by product type and consist of the following: Paint, Wallpaper & Supplies, Tools & Machines, Hardware and Building Materials, Lawn & Garden, Heating & Cooling, Bathroom Hardware, and Floor Covering.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a top-down approach, based on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use national statistical offices, international institutions, in-house market research, and resources from the Statista platform. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as product value, import value, and export value to determine domestic supply. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are turnover indices, GDP per capita, and consumer spending per capita.

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level.

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For those who want to start a do-it-yourself project to improve their home or give it a new style, the Home Depot might be considered a shopping paradise. Whether consumers prefer to buy in-store or online, the Home Depot offers a wide range of products such as appliances, building materials, hardware, indoor garden furniture, paint, kitchen, and bath decorating items, among other important products for home improvement projects. With stores across North America, the company is the leading DIY and home improvement chain in the United States and Canada. By the end of the fiscal year 2023, Home Depot had generated over 152 billion U.S. dollars in revenue, and its revenue in the previous year placed it as the home improvement leader worldwide.