CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows furniture store sales up 3.4% from May 2025
by This compares with an overall 7.2% increase in retail sales overall during the same period, excluding automobile dealers and gasoline stations WASHINGTON — Retail sales…
A visit to FME 2026
Last week, Home News Now spent a day at the Furniture Manufacturing Expo in Charlotte, North Carolina. As always, the event was a go-to resource…
Ashley for the Arts event planned for Aug. 6-8
by ARCADIA, Wis. — Ashley for the Arts is set to return Aug. 6-8 to Memorial Park in Arcadia, Wisconsin, for what the company describes as "another unforgettable…
CPSC announces recall of 10,400 motion seating units sold at Raymour & Flanigan
While no injuries have been reported as of the May 28 filing, there have been 41 incidents thus far, including 2 that have resulted in…
Bob’s Discount Furniture tests hybrid store-distribution center model in Ohio
by COO Ramesh Murthy says the concept improves inventory and speed of fulfillment SOLON, Ohio — Despite economic headwinds, Bob’s Discount Furniture is expanding its footprint…
Biggerstaff Furniture to close after nearly 80 years in business
by GASTONIA, N.C. — Family-owned Biggerstaff Furniture will close its doors permanently after almost 80 years of furnishing homes. The final sale is underway. Third-generation owner…
Cindy Hall joins Design Foundry as director of customer experience
HICKORY, N.C. — Industry veteran Cindy Hall has joined upholstered furniture manufacturer Design Foundry as director of customer experience. Cindy Hall Hall began her new…
Intiaro releases key findings from proprietary pAIn survey
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Visual commerce expert Intiaro has released findings from its proprietary pAIn survey, a research initiative designed to uncover the most pressing operational, sales and marketing…
CPSC announces recall of 10,400 motion seating units sold at Raymour & Flanigan
While no injuries have been reported as of the May 28 filing, there have been 41 incidents thus far, including 2 that have resulted in…
Three K Company opens 1st Ashley store in Somalia
MOGADISHU, Somalia – In early May, Three K Company unveiled its first Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 6,100 square-foot facility, located…
CPSC announces recall of 10,400 motion seating units sold at Raymour & Flanigan
While no injuries have been reported as of the May 28 filing, there have been 41 incidents thus far, including 2 that have resulted in…
CPSC announces recall of 165,000 clothing storage units sold at Walmart
While no incidents or injuries have been reported, the agency said they pose a tip-over and entrapment hazard that can injure or kill children WASHINGTON…
20+ trending products to see at High Point Market
by High Point Market is the place to see new and trending furniture, and there is no shortage of products at this market. Here's a closer…
Seen at premarket spring 2026
HIGH POINT — At the recently concluded premarket in High Point, Home News Now visited a number of showrooms, many of which were market-ready with…
Presti launches rebuilt version of its platform built around a single AI agent
Presti, which built its name as the leading AI visual solution for the furniture and home decor sector worldwide, has launched a rebuilt version of…
Jaipur Living names James Ashley SVP, sales
ACWORTH, Ga. — Jaipur Living, a global leader in rugs, textiles and design-driven home furnishings, has named James Ashley as senior vice president of sales.…
by Job Title: Vice President Home Delivery Company: Ashley Furniture Location: Tampa, Florida Description: The Vice President of Home Delivery and Repair will lead Ashley Furniture's…
by Job Title: Regional Director of Sales Company: Raymour & Flanigan Location: Cheektowaga, New York Description: Reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales, the Regional…
Job Title: VP of Marketing Company: FurnitureMart USA Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota Description: Furniture Mart USA is seeking a visionary, results-driven Vice President of…
Retail
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows furniture store sales up 3.4% from May 2025
This compares with an overall 7.2% increase in retail sales overall during the same period, excluding automobile dealers and gasoline stations WASHINGTON — Retail sales…
A deep dive into Article’s expansion on the West Coast
The plans illustrate how the dot-com brick-and-mortar boom continues in home furnishings VANCOUVER Back in February, we broke down Wayfair’s flywheel strategy that combines e-commerce, a smart…