Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown
Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline …
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CPSC announces 5 recalls involving nearly 15,000 clothing storage units in the 1st week of February
Although no injuries have been reported, the agency said the units can tip over and harm children and older adults if not anchored to the …
Malaysian International Furniture Fair planned for March 4-7
1 of Southeast Asia’s largest furniture shows covers more than 1 million square feet of exhibition space in 2 venues in Kuala Lumpur KUALA LUMPUR, …
Interlude Home names 2 executives to key leadership roles
Denise Benn named chief merchandising officer and Jessica Norby named vice president of sales NEW YORK — Full-line furniture resource Interlude Home has named two …
Hooker Furnishings launches new website, B2B online marketplace
MARTINSVILLE, Va. — In a move designed to revolutionize the way customers and sales reps do business, Hooker Furnishings has launched a marketing technology ecosystem …
Ten out of 10:00 with Randi Schachter, Biltrite Furniture-Leather-Mattresses
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the fourth-generation chief marketing officer of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based retailer. Here, she speaks about the company’s decision to …
WithIt accepting 2026 academic scholarship applications through March 2
HIGH POINT — WithIt (Women In The Home Furnishings Industry Today) has announced its 2026 academic scholarships, including the addition of a new Sustainability Scholarship …
Furniture store sales down 5.6% from December 2024
Sales also were down .9% from November while overall retail sales were flat during the same period WASHINGTON — The U.S. Census Bureau conducts the …
Craftmanship, sculptural silhouettes define spring introductions at lifestyle retailers
Retailers Arhaus, Crate & Barrel, Lulu & Georgia and Pottery Barn unveil new collections Some of the furniture trends to watch in 2026, according to …
SouthWorth Capital investment in AFM seeks to build on company strengths
Principals look to continue manufacturers’ legacy of building quality product while improving service MEMPHIS, Tenn. — SouthWorth Capital Management’s investment in American Furniture Manufacturing and …
