Consumer Insights Now Week 1 sheds light on Gen Z consumer furniture shopping needs, plans
In this first installment of Consumer Insights Now, sponsored by Bread Financial, we address the youngest consumer group, ages 18-29.
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Latest Consumer Insights Now research on furniture shopping focuses on Gen Z shopper
With finances being a major concern, the 18-29-year-old age group primarily purchases furniture based on price HIGH POINT — Welcome to our latest edition of …
Is the furnishings segment experiencing a ‘lipstick effect’?
Recent retail results suggest smaller purchases and the feeling of getting a deal may be winning out in an uncertain economy HIGH POINT What do …
Hooker Furnishings reports 3rd consecutive quarter of profitability
Q2 net income bolstered by tariff refunds, prior cost-cutting measures MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Tariff refunds combined with prior cost-cutting measures helped boost net income at …
The Dump to close all locations outside Virginia
Move will leave the retailer with 2 remaining stores in Norfolk and Richmond, Virginia NORFOLK, Va. — Retailer The Dump announced it is closing its …
Smith Leonard: Furniture orders rise 11% from June 2025
Shipments also were up 3% from June, according to Furniture Insights report HIGH POINT — Furniture orders and shipments rose from June 2025, offering a …
Broad River Retail expands with new Ashley stores in Maine, North Carolina and South Carolina
FORT MILL, S.C. — Broad River Retail continues its national growth with new Ashley store activity in Maine, North Carolina and South Carolina, including its …
Who gets your bet: MotoMotion or Ethan Allen?
Analyzing the retail strategies of 2 companies in the news ROME, Ga. — The pace here at the Rome, Georgia, bureau of Home News Now …
Adriana Hoyos to hold inaugural Design Week event in Ecuador
Event aims to educate designers from around the world about the company’s manufacturing and design process MIAMI — Luxury furniture manufacturer Adriana Hoyos is hosting its …
Furniture’s value consumer is moving up the income ladder
The latest Beige Book suggests price sensitivity is spreading to higher-income shoppers, putting more pressure on retailers to prove the value of every purchase WASHINGTON …
