NAR reports slight drop in pending homes sales from February 2025
by However, activity rose 1.8% from January, suggesting that closings could pick up in the next 30-60 days WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors reported…
Sherrill Furniture Brands names Jeni Pruitt director, business development
by HICKORY, N.C. — Sherrill Furniture Brands has appointed Jeni Pruitt as director of business development, reporting to Tom Zaliagiris, senior vice president of sales and…
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
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…
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
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
by 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.…
Streamline Art continues 40-year anniversary with new product, company tagline
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — While Streamline Art’s anniversary year continues, they have been preparing to make their mark beyond the first 40 years. Their current initiatives…
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…
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…
Retail
Is platform ‘enshittification’ Wayfair’s destiny?
Or, alternatively, can the e-commerce leader avoid the plight that plagues all the largest digital platforms we use every day? BOSTON — Exactly a month…
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…