Retailer takeaways from the summer buying group expos
HIGH POINT — Two of the industry’s largest buying groups just concluded their big summer shows — Nationwide Marketing Group’s PrimeTime in Orlando, Fla., and …
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Inflation creates uncertainty among consumers in the market for furniture
Consumer Insights Now research surveys shoppers about how higher prices may affect buying decisions HIGH POINT — One of the factors affecting furniture purchases in …
ITC agrees to investigate Chinese-made pillows, seat cushions
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States International Trade Commission has voted to institute an investigation of certain Chinese-made pillows, seat cushions and components and packaging …
Maxwood Furniture expands domestic warehouse capacity
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Youth and adult bedroom resource Maxwood Furniture is opening a second South Carolina warehouse, a move that will nearly quadruple its existing …
Retailers get aggressive with Labor Day promotions
Many in the industry have been talking about Labor Day for weeks, even months on end, hoping for a holiday weekend extravaganza that will clear …
Exclusive research reveals which product categories are top of mind for consumers
Upholstery is among the most sought after category, followed by decorative accessories and mattresses Having been involved on the product side of the business for …
Chaddock to launch whole-home collection with designer Benjamin Johnston
October High Point Market introduction features more than 50 pieces of wood furniture and upholstery MORGANTON, N.C. — At the October High Point Market, luxury …
Making sense of tariffs – and duties – on hardwood plywood
Companies not already sourcing these materials from domestic resources are paying close attention to their supply chain to avoid the higher costs HIGH POINT — …
Getting real in the metaverse
Psst … over here … I’ve got a chair in the metaverse with your name on it I’ve been reading and hearing a lot about …
Exclusive research shows brick-and-mortar stores still key in shopping journey
As much as we talk about consumers moving to online shopping, brick-and-mortar stores remain an important stop on their home furnishings buying journey, according to …
