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 …
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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 …
Time to take a bite out of Apple?
When most people think of Apple, they think of devices: iPhones, MacBooks, iPads and Apple watches. The product catalog seems straightforward — sleek, high-tech tools …
The future of AI-powered market research
Don’t ask me why, but I kept an article from The New York Times from February 2002 on a “groundbreaking” method of market research at the time called …
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 …
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 …
Taos Lifestyle partners with creative agency to deepen store’s identity
TAOS, N.M. — Taos Lifestyle, the innovative home furnishings and lifestyle store here, has partnered with Benthouse Creative to help transform the 24,000-square-foot store into …
NAR report highlights international investment in existing US homes
Association cites 33.2% increase in buyers from other countries buying residential properties in the US between April 2024 and March 2025 WASHINGTON — A recent report …
Report: New orders, shipments for residential furniture down slightly
However, Smith Leonard Furniture Insights reports that new orders were up 11% from April, while shipments were flat HIGH POINT — New orders and shipments …
