Boston Interiors President Peter Theran named CEO of Home Furnishings Association
HIGH POINT — The Home Furnishings Association has named Peter Theran, president of Home News Now 125 retailer Boston Interiors, as its next chief executive …
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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.
Furniture store sales rise 5.1% from July 2024
DOC report notes that sales also rose 1.4% from June WASHINGTON — Furniture store sales once again rose in July, posting their 11th consecutive winning …
Are America’s downtowns ready for furniture retail?
Prevalence of small-town visitors could spark interest in small outlets, storefronts HIGH POINT — As a much younger reporter starting out my career in journalism …
What are the implications of float glass, mirror duties on the furniture industry?
Potential duty rates of more than 300% could impact the cost of these types of materials imported from China or Malaysia WASHINGTON — Anytime there’s …
Bassett Furniture names Haynes King VP, dedicated retail and trade sales
In this new position, King will help the company appeal to retailers and designers alike seeking options available through its custom upholstery and wood furniture …
Arhaus conference call offers a window into retailer’s successes and challenges
Company addresses insights into growth opportunities and how it is handling the impact of tariffs BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — Anyone who has been keeping tabs …
Bernards adds accent furniture to its expanding line
Company will show more than 100 items in an expanded showroom at the October High Point Market HIGH POINT — Case goods and upholstery resource …
Matter Brothers Furniture names Steve King SVP, sales and operations
King brings more than 20 years experience to the new position FORT MYERS, Fla. — Retailer Matter Brothers Furniture and Florida Leather Gallery have named …
Dorel Industries reports Q2, 1st-half 2025 financial results
Despite ongoing challenges, company continues to forge ahead with restructuring plan aimed at returning company to profitability MONTREAL — Dorel Industries reported a 16% drop …
Sales of newly built homes decline 6.6% from June 2024
However, sales edged up .6% from May, offering a glimmer of hope for summer sales activity WASHINGTON — Sales of newly built homes declined from …
