Consumer confidence falls in June
Survey indicates that spending on furniture continues to compete with family vacations, other big-ticket purchases WASHINGTON — Consumer confidence fell this month as consumer plans …
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Big Lots looks to expand ‘extreme values’ across product categories
With highly sharp prices already, the retailer’s value proposition will also need to offer quality and durability, both of which remain important to today’s consumers …
Breaking News: Former Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma exec purchases GJ Styles
Doug Diemoz closed on the deal on Friday, purchasing the company from GJ Styles Holdings HIGH POINT — A former executive with Crate & Barrel, …
The soul-less profiteering of container carriers
A news item published by Bloomberg tells us all we need to know about the supposed container shortage on the world’s oceans, a pirate problem …
May existing home sales fall 2.8% from May 2023
Despite rising inventory levels, home prices continue to rise, placing existing homes out of reach for many first-time buyers WASHINGTON — Existing home sales fell …
Tough times result in tough measures for a challenged industry
Rising container costs result in actions including freight surcharges and price hikes HIGH POINT — Rising container rates that are occurring in a still slow …
Remembering Tom Lias
Many mourn a figure they described as not only passionate about the industry, but one who also was empathetic in the way he interacted with …
American Leather finding success with Shop-in-Shop at retail
Concept highlights design and lifestyle elements of company’s motion and stationary lines, allowing consumers to customize options DALLAS — Upholstery manufacturer American Leather, known for …
May housing completions rise slightly from May 2023
However, building permits and housing starts decreased during the same period, indicating continued softness in some new development WASHINGTON — May housing completions rose slightly …
Furniture Manufacturing Expo offers a glimpse into state of industry
Hoping for a rebound early next year, many suppliers offer solutions for manufacturing and retail partners that are seeking efficiencies and ways to cut costs …
