- Homebuilder confidence declines again in Juneby Thomas RussellNAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index has only posted a lower reading twice since 2012 WASHINGTON — Homebuilder confidence dropped again this month, to what the …
- Fusion Designs unveils new website strategyby Home News NowGOSHEN, Ind. — Fusion Designs, a leader in solid wood, domestically produced case goods, is transforming its digital presence with a complete re-launch of their …
- Ron Bruneau rejoins King Koil as SVP, operationsby Home News NowAVONDALE, Arizona — Industry veteran Ron Bruneau has rejoined leading mattress manufacturer King Koil as senior vice president of operations. With more than two decades …
- Debrah Furniture USA ceases operations in US marketby Thomas RussellTariff uncertainty was a major risk factor for China-made line of dining, occasional and upholstery ARCHDALE, N.C. — Debrah Furniture USA, a division of Chinese …
- May home construction activity declines from May 2024by Thomas RussellHousing completions were a bright spot, up 5.4% from April WASHINGTON — Housing construction activity was down again in May compared to a year ago, …
- Presley’s Furniture to close its doors after 44 years in businessby Home News NowTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — After 44 years in business, Presley’s Furniture is closing its doors permanently. The second-generation owners plan to retire following the final liquidation …
- Top 30 unsecured creditors in At Home Group bankruptcy represent a diverse mix of suppliersby Thomas RussellCompanies have more than $101 million in claims for products or services they have not been paid for in full WILMINGTON, Del. — The top …
- La-Z-Boy reports increase in Q4, full-year salesby Thomas RussellRetail sales driven by opening of new stores, acquisition of existing independent La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries MONROE, Mich. — La Z Boy reported an increase in …
- May furniture store sales rise 8.8% from May 2024by Thomas RussellSector reports its 9th straight year-over-year increase since last September WASHINGTON — Furniture stores had another banner month in May as sales rose 8.8% from …
- Furniture Manufacturing Expo creates opportunities for industry suppliers, manufacturersby Thomas RussellJune 11-12 event at the Hickory Metro Convention Center showcases products, materials and services from more than 100 exhibitors HICKORY, N.C. — Seeking to bolster …
- A few initiatives suppliers may consider for pricing in today’s volatile tariff timesby Ray AllegrezzaLet’s call a spade a spade … or, in this case, a tariff a tariff. To say that President Trump’s seemingly ever-changing tariff mandates have …
- 10 out of 10 with David Caruso, founder of North Valley Advisorsby Mark SchumacherHome News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews David Caruso, who was with GE Capital/Synchrony for 20 years, then Fortiva/Atlanticus for five years before venturing out …
- CPSC announces recall of 16,530 mattresses sold on Amazon and Walmart.comby Thomas RussellAgency says units violate mandatory mattress flammability standards, posing a risk of serious injury or death WASHINGTON — Mattress resource Agro Superior Group has recalled …
- At Home bankruptcy declaration identifies key challenges the business faced heading into Chapter 11by Thomas RussellFactors ranged from a slow housing market to competition from online shopping, culminating in the economic chaos created by Trump tariffs COPPELL, Texas — Despite …
- Star Furniture holds art auction to benefit Furniture Bank of Houstonby Home News NowHOUSTON – Star Furniture, a Texas-based retailer with over a century of service to the community, is holding a special art auction event benefiting the …
- Director, Sales/Contract Furniture Dealer/Oklahoma City, OK, Furniture Marketing Groupby Home News NowJob Title: Director, Sales/Contract Furniture Dealer/Oklahoma City, OK Company: Furniture Marketing Group Location: Oklahoma City Metro Area Description: The Director of Sales is responsible for leading …
- Director Distribution Center Operations, Ashley Furnitureby Home News NowJob Title: Director Distribution Center Operations Company: Ashley Furniture Location: Mesquite, Texas Description: The Director of Distribution Center Operations will provide strategic and tactical direction for …
- Upholsterer, Leggett & Plattby Home News NowJob Title: Upholsterer Company: Leggett & Platt Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan Description: In this role you will: Qualifications: Read the full job listing for more …
- Home News Now 125 Furniture & Bedding Retailers 2024 (Nos. 1-25)by Home News NowResearch Sponsored By: Welcome to the fifth of five installments in our fourth annual ranking of the Home News Now 125 Furniture and Bedding Retailers. The 125 listing is based on estimated 2024 furniture …
- William ‘Bill’ Louis Bradley dies at age 60by Home News NowDALLASTOWN, Pa. — Longtime retail buyer William “Bill” Louis Bradley, of Dallastown, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, June 6. …
- Furniture First recognizes 3 retiring board membersby Home News NowWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. In a General Membership Meeting prior to the kick-off of its annual symposium, Furniture First recognized the contributions of three retailers …
- Flexsteel takes consumer-centric approach to developing retail solutionsby Home News NowDUBUQUE, Iowa — Flexsteel Industries recognizes the challenges facing many retailers and is accelerating efforts to drive traffic and convert sales. The company continues to …
- AHFA awards $67K in educational grants for 2025by Home News NowHIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) Furniture Foundation has awarded $67,000 in educational grants for 2025. The funds target continued support for …
- Dallas Market Center announces Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarshipby Home News NowDALLAS — Dallas Market Center is proud to announce the creation of the Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship at Texas A&M University …
- Bellini Modern Living expands ceramic dining collection with 3 new customizable designsby Home News NowRICHMOND HILL, Canada – Bellini Modern Living, a leader in Italian-made modern furniture, has expanded its popular Italian ceramic dining collection with three new, fully …
- President Trump announces trade deal with Chinaby Ray AllegrezzaWASHINGTON — Earlier this week, President Donald Trump said the U.S. had reached a new trade deal with China whereby all Chinese imports will now …
- Linon expands its upholstery footprintby Thomas RussellCompany recently bolstered its line with the Kyvos brand launched at the April High Point Market HIGH POINT — With the launch of its newest …
- Report says reshoring gains momentum, but not in furniture industryby Thomas RussellIndustry jobs created in 2024 represent less than 1% of the total 244,940 created through reshoring and foreign direct investment WASHINGTON — Reshoring continues to …
- Seen at the Furniture Manufacturing Expo 2025by Thomas RussellHICKORY, N.C. — Home furnishings industry suppliers from around the country gathered here this week to showcase their latest products, materials and services aimed at …
- Being willing to challenge the norm can lead to better decisionsby Eric EasterGreat decisions, innovation and creativity determine the lion’s share of our success. Understanding how to nurture each in ourselves and our organization is a trait shared …