A charcuterie board of furniture biz news bytes: Conn’s, B. Riley and Scherer & Sons
When no column idea tickles the little gray cells, my pro move is to hit the research databases and shake a few trees to see …
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Generative AI: Is it being overhyped?
Here in home furnishings land, I believe we all intuitively know that artificial intelligence is the key that will somehow, someway, someday unlock the door …
December furniture orders up 6% from December 2022
Smith Leonard survey results also show that December shipments fell 14% from December 2022 and were down 17% for the entire year HIGH POINT — …
High Point Styrofoam recycling program kicks into high gear
Effort begun last fall continues this spring with daily downtown pickup of Styrofoam through the April market HIGH POINT — Thanks to a new program …
What are the major hurdles the industry is facing this year?
In my most recent episode of The Last Word, I interviewed design diva Amy Archer. Amy, a Pinnacle winner and someone who happens to be …
Lowe’s reports fiscal Q4 sales, earnings
Decline in DIY activity, harsh winter weather led to 16.9% drop in overall Q4 sales, 6.2% decline in comp-store sales MOORESVILLE, N.C. — A decrease …
Consumer confidence falls in February
Plans for big-ticket purchases decline amid ongoing concerns about rising interest rates over the next 12 months WASHINGTON — Consumer confidence fell in February, reversing …
Havertys conference call hints at growth opportunities ahead
Success of various initiatives will depend partly on a turnaround of the housing market ATLANTA — As seen by its latest results, Havertys has not …
The Last Word: A conversation with designer Amy Archer
In this episode, Editor-at-Large Ray Allegrezza delves into a captivating dialogue with Amy Archer, discussing the intersection of shared experiences, future plans and deep insights …
Palecek moves High Point showroom to Hamilton Design District
Home furnishings industry style leader relocates after nearly 40 years in International Home Furnishings Center HIGH POINT — Palecek, a manufacturer and wholesaler of furniture, …
