Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown
by Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline…
CPSC announces 5 recalls involving nearly 15,000 clothing storage units in the 1st week of February
Although no injuries have been reported, the agency said the units can tip over and harm children and older adults if not anchored to the…
Malaysian International Furniture Fair planned for March 4-7
1 of Southeast Asia's largest furniture shows covers more than 1 million square feet of exhibition space in 2 venues in Kuala Lumpur KUALA LUMPUR,…
Interlude Home names 2 executives to key leadership roles
Denise Benn named chief merchandising officer and Jessica Norby named vice president of sales NEW YORK — Full-line furniture resource Interlude Home has named two…
by Sales also were down .9% from November while overall retail sales were flat during the same period WASHINGTON — The U.S. Census Bureau conducts the…
Craftmanship, sculptural silhouettes define spring introductions at lifestyle retailers
Retailers Arhaus, Crate & Barrel, Lulu & Georgia and Pottery Barn unveil new collections Some of the furniture trends to watch in 2026, according to…
Woodhaven Furniture hires Jeannie Corey as VP, merchandising
CAIRO, Ga. — Industry merchandising professional Jeannie Corey has joined upholstery manufacturer Woodhaven Furniture as vice president of merchandising. She reports to Woodhaven President Tommy…
HPMA accepting applications for spring Design Influencers Tour
by HIGH POINT — The High Point Market Authority invites interior designers and other design influencers to submit a spring 2026 application to participate in the trade…
Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown
Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline…
Ashley licensee opens new store in Ampang, Malaysia
by SELANGOR, Malaysia — Last month, Morphxt Sdn. Bhd. unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 8,000-square-foot facility, at 649 Jln Ampang Utama 1/2, Tmn Ampang Utama, Ampang, Selangor, marks a significant…
CPSC announces 5 recalls involving nearly 15,000 clothing storage units in the 1st week of February
Although no injuries have been reported, the agency said the units can tip over and harm children and older adults if not anchored to the…
CPSC announces recalls of 2 more clothing storage units sold on Amazon
Although no injuries or incidents have occurred, the agency said they pose tip-over risks that can harm children WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product…
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.…
Hooker Furnishings launches new website, B2B online marketplace
by MARTINSVILLE, Va. — In a move designed to revolutionize the way customers and sales reps do business, Hooker Furnishings has launched a marketing technology ecosystem…
WithIt accepting 2026 academic scholarship applications through March 2
HIGH POINT — WithIt (Women In The Home Furnishings Industry Today) has announced its 2026 academic scholarships, including the addition of a new Sustainability Scholarship…
by Job Title: Director of Product Curation Company: RH Location: Corte Madera, California Description: RH is seeking a director of product curation to help lead the…
Job Title: VP of Product Development & Innovation Company: Ruggable Location: Los Angeles Description: Ruggable is seeking a dynamic and strategic VP of Product Development…
by Job Title: Product Development Manager Company: Meridian Furniture Location: Brooklyn, New York Description: Meridian Furniture is seeking a highly creative and visionary Product Development Manager…
Retail
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows furniture store sales rose 2.4% from January 2025
Report also shows a slight drop from December, suggesting consumers were closing their wallets after a period of holiday spending WASHINGTON — Furniture store sales…
Ten out of 10:00 with Randi Schachter, BILTRITE Furniture-Leather-Mattresses
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the fourth- generation, chief marketing officer of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based retailer. Here, she speaks about the company's decision…