‘Business as usual’ climate dominates market despite threat of tariffs
Home News Now offers this and other early observations about the April High Point Market HIGH POINT — For many larger dealers, the High Point …
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10 out of 10 with Cary Davis, president and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews Cary Davis, president and chief executive officer of the American Association of Port Authorities. Here Davis discusses what …
Seen at Salone del Mobile 2025!
Editor’s Note: Contributor Nick Byers attended the 2025 Salone del Mobile fair held April 8-13 in Milan. Here, he offers the industry an inside look …
RH misses projections, but declares readiness for rough waters
RH CEO Gary Friedman has often declared that difficult retail climates can end up helping the upscale retailer. The tough sledding winnows out weaker competition, …
Industry suppliers seek to calm retailer concerns amid tariff upheaval
Fluidity of situation requires a steady flow of information, including the latest pricing — but as one industry source noted, this has materialized into something …
Industry veterans speak out about Trump’s reciprocal tariffs
HIGH POINT — As President Trump’s “Liberation Day” reciprocal tariffs were announced Wednesday, home industry veterans found themselves attempting to gauge the impacts of these …
Bermex Furniture purchase of Saloom presents opportunities for both brands
Sale is expected to close in the next few weeks, giving Bermex a strong foothold in US manufacturing WINCHENDON, Mass. — When a fire broke …
Kuka Home opens new Vietnam plant
BINH DUONG, Vietnam — Kuka Home has officially opened its newest manufacturing facility in Binh Duong, Vietnam, adding 624,000 square feet of dedicated production space to …
Trump tariffs could hit furniture imports hard
China faces additional 34% tariff, while Vietnam faces 46% rate WASHINGTON — Some of the furniture industry’s largest source countries would be hit with tariffs …
Progressive Furniture plans to close its doors by year end
Company attributes decision to soft business conditions, closing of key suppliers and overall economic uncertainty CLAREMONT, N.C. — Wood furniture importer and manufacturer Progressive Furniture …
