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The NKBA/John Burns Kitchen & Bath Market Index (KBMI) offers a comprehensive quarterly snapshot of current conditions and future expectations across the kitchen and bath industry. The Q3 2025 KBMI study gathered insights from 530 industry professionals spanning four major sectors: Design (25%), Building and Remodeling (28%), Manufacturing (23%), and Retail (23%).
This quarter’s report uncovers the headwinds facing the design, building, retail, and manufacturing professionals looking to benchmark their performance and strategically plan for the future. Packed with valuable data and strategic insights, this report is essential for kitchen and bath professionals looking to navigate today’s unpredictable environment and position their businesses for success amid shifting market dynamics.
The industry reported a 4% year-over-year sales decline, with increased project cancellations and postponements weighing on performance.
Key Highlights from the Q3 2025 KBMI Report:
- The overall KBMI score fell to 50 out of 100, the lowest reading since Q2 2020—signaling a flat and challenging business climate shaped by tariffs, rising costs, and consumer uncertainty.
- The industry reported a 4% year-over-year sales decline, with increased project cancellations and postponements weighing on performance.
- 44% of firms cited tariffs and higher building material costs as primary factors contributing to declining gross margins across all segments.
Additional Insights:
- A review of key performance indicators driving or constraining growth in each sector.
- An analysis of purchasing trends and their impact on the broader kitchen and bath market.
- A regional breakdown of emerging opportunities and challenges across the U.S.
- A forward-looking industry forecast outlining expectations for Q4 2025 and beyond.
