NAR report highlights international investment in existing US homes
Association cites 33.2% increase in buyers from other countries buying residential properties in the US between April 2024 and March 2025 WASHINGTON — A recent report …
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M&A activity rises in the furniture industry
This week’s announcement of HNI’s acquisition of Steelcase is a blockbuster event for the broader furniture industry. This $2.2 billion transaction brings together two of …
Blueport Commerce names Jesse Akre SVP, sales and marketing
Executive brings more than 30 years of sales and business development experience to the new position BOSTON — E-commerce platform Blueport Commerce has named Jesse …
Report: New orders, shipments for residential furniture down slightly
However, Smith Leonard Furniture Insights reports that new orders were up 11% from April, while shipments were flat HIGH POINT — New orders and shipments …
Flexsteel releases FY 2024 Impact Report
DUBUQUE, Iowa — Flexsteel Industries Inc. has released its FY2024 Impact Report, highlighting significant progress in its commitment to responsible practices. The report emphasizes Flexsteel’s …
Lifestyle Enterprise acquires former US Post Office Building in downtown High Point
After 20 years, the full-line furniture resource is moving from its former Forbidden City showroom in time for October High Point Market HIGH POINT — In …
Wellness, design expert Jennifer Walsh to provide Science in Design keynote address
HIGH POINT — Science in Design has announced that acclaimed wellness and design expert Jennifer Walsh will deliver the keynote address at When Design Heals: …
Coral Reefer Band to perform at High Point Market
Touring and recording band for Jimmy Buffett to entertain marketgoers; performance coincides with launch of Margaritaville collection by event sponsor Hooker Furnishings HIGH POINT — …
Domestic wood manufacturers poised for tariff-related growth
20% tariffs on Vietnam could create some additional demand for US-made furniture HIGH POINT — Domestic case goods manufacturers are optimistic that a spike in …
Arhaus sues competitor RH for trade secret misappropriation
BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — Williams-Sonoma sued Arhaus for trade secret misappropriation in 2015. RH sued Crate & Barrel for trade secret misappropriation in 2017. Arhaus …
