What will higher Canadian softwood lumber tariffs mean for housing industry?
Some say that increased raw material costs will raise the cost of new construction, which could price many buyers out of the market WASHINGTON, D.C. …
Author: Thomas Russell
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.
Is the industry prepared for another recession?
The imposition and threat of further tariffs have consumers worried, and that’s not a good thing for furniture sales HIGH POINT — So here we …
Furniture Classics to raise prices on most China-made products
Company said move is related to recent 20% increase in China tariffs NORFOLK, Va. — Because of recently implemented tariffs, importer Furniture Classics said this …
February furniture store sales rise 5.5% from February 2024
Furniture segment was among the best-performing retail sectors tracked by the government, falling only behind health and beauty stores and non-store retailers WASHINGTON — Year-over-year …
Theodore Alexander expanding its footprint in 2025
New High Point showroom is its latest project, which follows the move of its administrative offices and warehouse operations to Trinity, North Carolina, last year …
Tariffs ignore and highlight the realities of the global supply chain
Most products including furniture have some type of imported components that likely will raise the price for consumers HIGH POINT — The term “imports” often …
UMA Home Decor names Pat Watson VP of merchandising, design
HIGH POINT — UMA Home Décor has hired industry veteran Pat Watson as vice president of merchandising and design, a new position. Watson comes to …
Marge Carson announces tariff-related price adjustments
CEO Janet Linly said the moves are necessary to ensure the continued stability and success of the business CHICAGO — Luxury furniture manufacturer Marge Carson, …
The RW Collective acquires Bauhaus Furniture
Purchase will allow company to produce custom upholstery for its wholesale and retail brands, while also continuing to produce the Bauhaus line SALTILLO, Miss. – …
Dorel Industries reports continued losses in Q4, full-year 2024
Previously announced restructuring aims to help improve the bottom line in 2025 and beyond MONTREAL — Dorel Industries announced losses for both the fourth quarter …
