Product highlights from April High Point Market
In the week or more that we attend market, much of our time is spent looking at new product that’s also being seen by retailers …
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Industry resources continue to shed light on impact of tariffs on pricing
Some are imposing small surcharges and price increases, while others are holding off until the final rates are revealed HIGH POINT — As questions remain …
March pending home sales rise 6.1% from February
Improving index indicates that contract activity will continue to increase in the coming weeks and months WASHINGTON — March pending home sales fell .6% from …
Domestic upholstery resources pivot amid higher China fabric costs
Companies recover pieces, using domestic fabrics while also pulling from inventory to help offset the higher prices of fabrics from Chinese mills facing 145% tariffs …
Wayfair playing the long game
BOSTON — Even though Wayfair once again spent more money than it brought in, as reported by Home News Now last week, CEO Niraj S. Shah did …
February residential furniture orders, shipments decline from February 2024
However, orders post a slight gain from January, according to latest Smith Leonard Furniture Insights report HIGH POINT — New orders for residential furniture in …
People seen at April High Point Market
One of the highlights of any market is the people in the industry that you get to see and spend time with during the event, …
Publisher’s note: Buckle up. It’s about to get rough
Early on, this High Point Market seemed surprisingly upbeat. Our market kickoff party was a well-attended success. (Thank you again sponsors.) Conversations in showrooms felt …
April High Point Market attendance estimated to be down 1.3% from October
Numbers are based on registrations among retailers, designers and international visitors HIGH POINT — Attendance at the April High Point Market was estimated to be …
Consumer confidence falls for 5th straight month in April
Tariffs remain a top concern as do concerns over stock prices and overall uncertainty about the economy HIGH POINT — Consumer confidence declined for a …
