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 …
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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.
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 …
SouthWorth Capital investment in AFM seeks to build on company strengths
Principals look to continue manufacturers’ legacy of building quality product while improving service MEMPHIS, Tenn. — SouthWorth Capital Management’s investment in American Furniture Manufacturing and …
NAR reports drop in December pending home sales
Contract signings also declined from November, falling in all 4 regions of the US WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors has reported a drop …
Smith Leonard: Furniture orders, shipments down from November 2024
Shipments also were down compared to October, but new orders were up during the same period HIGH POINT — New orders and shipments of residential …
Circle Furniture bankruptcy impacts consumers and suppliers
Jan. 30 Chapter 7 filing lists many consumers who are owed money from deposits made on furniture ACTON, Mass. — Bankruptcy documents filed Jan. 30 …
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 …
Bassett Furniture reports solid sales gains for Q4, full year
Cost-cutting measures have helped the company weather economic challenges and maintain profitability BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture reported increases in sales for the fourth quarter …
