Lumber, cabinet tariffs could raise the price of housing
Imports of kitchen cabinets are subject to 25% rate, which rises to 50% Jan. 1, 2026 WASHINGTON — With the recent announcement regarding Section 232 …
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It’s a new day for Chromcraft
Company unveiling a revamped showroom and product line that seek to change customer perceptions about the traditional castered dining set specialist HIGH POINT — Chromcraft …
Explaining the new rule on truck drivers and what it means for the industry
A short time ago, Home News Now reported on a dramatic move aimed at improving roadway safety announced by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, …
Minhas Furniture touts its domestic capabilities
October High Point presentation will feature motion and stationary upholstery made in its North Carolina plants ROBBINS, N.C. — Minhas Furniture said it will have …
MBA report shows homebuyer affordability rose in August
Purchase Applications Payment Index shows a 1.3% decrease from July, meaning consumers could have additional money for things like furniture WASHINGTON — Homebuyer affordability rose …
La-Z-Boy announces new leaders for Wholesale, Retail segments of its business
TJ Linz named president of Wholesale Brands and Robert Sundy named president, Retail MONROE, Mich. — La-Z-Boy has announced a leadership reorganization that has named …
President Trump says US plans to impose 100% tariffs on China-made products
Truth Social post said this is in response to export controls China is imposing effective Nov. 1 on ‘virtually every product’ it manufactures WASHINGTON — …
AF Newco fires back at Franchise Group in court
Comprehensive countersuit paints a very different picture, cites “extortion“ The new owners of Franchise Group filed suit in bankruptcy court on Sept. 24 against AF Newco, accusing …
Consumer Insights Now Week 4 shows how furniture shoppers view the in-store versus online experience
More than 70% of those surveyed prefer to shop in-store versus online, but higher numbers of younger consumers say they prefer the online experience HIGH …
Palmetto Home to debut largest product mix in its 15-year history
Introductions include 5 case goods collections and 3 standalone occasional groups in its Curations by Palmetto Home living room collection HIGH POINT — As it …
