Possible tariffs major topic at AHFA’s annual meeting
One of the major headlines coming out of last week’s annual meeting of the American Home Furnishings Alliance is that President-elect Trump is likely to …
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Domestic furniture producers start to field inquiries amid possible global tariffs
Companies say they are ready to take on new business should demand increase for U.S.-made products HIGH POINT — The threat of tariffs on furniture …
Execs weigh in on how Trump plans may affect industry
With the race for president now behind us, the country as well as the home furnishings sector has been speculating about what changes a Trump …
John Thomas’ licensed Margaritaville line finds success with custom options
Consumers seeing the line at retail have requested additional finish and color options available through John Thomas Select program HIGH POINT — When John Thomas …
Universal’s expanded Ready-to-Ship program highlights its manufacturing capabilities, flexibility
Bestselling imported and domestically made upholstery frames can be shipped within days from its High Point warehouse HIGH POINT — The recent expansion of Universal …
Year-over-year furniture store sales rise 1.5% in October
Based on adjusted figures, this is the 2nd straight month of yearly increases in the sector WASHINGTON — October year-over-year furniture store sales rose for …
Industry execs offer a bright assessment of opportunities in the year ahead
Marketing and merchandising initiatives are aimed at driving business in sync with an improved economy HIGH POINT — Conversations with executives at the recently concluded …
Franchise Group Chapter 11 barrels forward
Just two days before Election Day, on Sunday, and fairly late in the day, the Franchise Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with a …
Mavin sees growth opportunities with added capacity, new categories
Expansion of core case goods manufacturing facilities has allowed the company to offer occasional and home office as part of its product mix DUNDEE, Ohio …
Havertys undergoes leadership transition
Clarence H. Smith retires from role as CEO, Steven G. Burdette will succeed Smith as CEO ATLANTA — Havertys today announced that Clarence H. Smith, …
