Singapore furniture brand Castlery opening 1st US flagship store in New York
by The showroom will debut in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood in May NEW YORK — On May 15, Singaporean furniture brand Castlery will open its first…
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor estimates 3% increase in furniture store sales from February 2025
by Segment shows a .27% decline since January, indicating consumers may have been reluctant to put more big purchases on credit cards WASHINGTON — The CNBC/National…
News Now Media Group hosting April High Point Market Party
by HIGH POINT — The News Now Media Group invites members of the home furnishings industry to its April High Point Market Party. The event takes…
Home News Now accepting spring High Point Market product submissions
by Home News Now is accepting product submissions for the April 25-29 High Point Market until Wednesday April 15. To submit new or trending products, email…
Skyline Investors outlines opportunities in Buddy’s Home Furnishings investment
Company focuses on growth potential of the 65-year-old rent-to-own retailer ORLANDO, Fla. — Skyline Investors, the new owner of Buddy’s Home Furnishings, sees promise after…
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor estimates 3% increase in furniture store sales from February 2025
Segment shows a .27% decline since January, indicating consumers may have been reluctant to put more big purchases on credit cards WASHINGTON — The CNBC/National…
Intiaro releases key findings from proprietary pAIn survey
by 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…
Arkansas Homefurnishings Association names 2 to board of directors
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Homefurnishings Association has appointed Michael Evans of Crafton’s Furniture and Appliance in Searcy and JB Rainwater of Sofa City…
NP Property Development opens newest Ashley Outlet, Ashley Sleep Store in Cambodia
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Last month, NP Property Development Co. Ltd. unveiled its newest Ashley Outlet and Ashley Sleep Store with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new showroom is part of an…
US Court of International Trade rules in favor of tariff refunds
The Trump administration is ordered to refund $130 billion in duties WASHINGTON — In the home furnishings industry, tariffs have always been part of doing…
Trade court ruling offers window into efficiency, speed of tariff refunds
Issue is multifaceted as retailers and consumers also have borne some of those added costs WASHINGTON — A determination that businesses are owed refunds on…
CPSC issues warning about potentially unsafe clothing storage units sold on Walmart.com
Agency said Uhomepro units are unstable if not anchored to the wall and also violate the requirements of the STURDY Act WASHINGTON — The U.S.…
by From dining tables to elegant credenzas and sleek sofas, High Point Market is offering attendees a wide variety of furniture with unique styles and on-trend…
Products seen at premarket in September
Home News Now spent several days last month in downtown High Point, where we visited a number of showrooms open for the Sept. 15-16 premarket.…
HPMA announces Hot Spot Tours lineup for April High Point Market
by HIGH POINT — The High Point Market Authority announces its lineup of first-come, first-served Hot Spot Tours for spring market, available to marketgoers during the trade…
Gold Bond introduces adjustable-base friendly pocket coil mattress option for popular collections
HARTFORD, Conn. — Leading independent mattress manufacturer Gold Bond is once again charting new ground for the industry by offering a new construction option for…
by Job Title: Vice President, Investor Relations and Strategy Company: Bob's Discount Furniture Location: Manchester, Connecticut Description: The Vice President of Investor Relations & Strategy will…
Job Title: Vice President of Wholesale Sales Company: Gabriella White Location: Pelham, Alabama Description: The Vice President of Wholesale Sales is a senior leader responsible…
by Job Title: Director of Media Company: Jordan's Furniture Location: Dedham, Massachusetts Description: The Media Director drives the overall media strategy and buying direction of all…
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Is platform ‘enshittification’ Wayfair’s destiny?
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Singapore furniture brand Castlery opening 1st US flagship store in New York
The showroom will debut in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood in May NEW YORK — On May 15, Singaporean furniture brand Castlery will open its first…