Wayfair reduces global workforce by 5%
BOSTON – Wayfair said it is cutting its global workforce by 5%, a move that will affect some 870 employees. The reduction also includes about …
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Home News Now Editor-in-Chief Thomas Russell has covered the furniture industry for 25 years at various daily and weekly consumer and trade publications. He can be reached at tom@homenewsnow.com and at 336-508-4616.
AHFA Summit provides window into new tip-over testing methods
If approved by the ASTM members, these methods could be part of an updated standard as early as this fall COLFAX, N.C. – Attendees of …
High inventories, drop in consumer demand hit home at Dorel Industries
Company reports drop in Q2 sales, earnings due to marketplace challenges MONTREAL — The results of Dorel Industries’ latest earnings report for the second quarter …
Import data reveals dramatic shift duties have had on global mattress sourcing
Countries such as Indonesia and Mexico maintained strong positions while Vietnam and Turkey shipments dropped HIGH POINT — Import figures published by investment banking firm …
Tip-over takes center stage at this week’s AHFA Summit
Two speakers will provide updates on what to expect with new proposed testing methods and federal STURDY Act legislation COLFAX, N.C. — The looming prospect …
JCooper USA adds second upholstery production line
New capacity will allow the manufacturer to produce 300 pieces per day, up from the previous 150 per day VARDAMAN, Miss. – Upholstery manufacturer JCooper …
Lower prices are here
Lower container rates, materials costs help companies make adjustments as they look to boost business in the second half HIGH POINT — Furniture manufacturers and …
A conversation with Micah Swick, Bernards new president, chief operating officer
GREENSBORO, N.C. — In March, case goods resource Bernards named industry veteran Micah Swick president and chief operating officer, a role that had previously been …
Purple Innovation seeks ITC investigation into trade practices of Chinese producers
The complaint alleges unfair competition in the manufacture of certain pillows, seat cushions and other components and packaging WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bedding manufacturer Purple Innovation …
Broad River seeks to donate 500 mattresses to children in need
Fort Mill, SC – Broad River Retail (BRR) will donate a mattress to a child in need for every mattress sold at all 31 Broad …
