Tariff talk creates ongoing industry uncertainty, disruption
History shows that higher-priced imports only shift production to other low-cost countries HIGH POINT — Anyone keeping up with our newsletter in recent weeks has …
Category: Manufacturing
Bellini Modern Living guarantees pricing on orders placed before potential tariffs are implemented
RICHMOND HILL, Ontario — To help retailers mitigate the uncertainty of potential tariffs on Canadian-made products, upholstery and wood furniture resource Bellini Modern Living has …
Flexsteel Q2 conference call addresses possible tariffs
25% Mexico tariffs alone could add $1.5 million to $2 million to company’s costs each month DUBUQUE, Iowa — As expected, proposed tariffs were a …
Kuka Home names Mary Ballard senior director, merchandising
HIGH POINT — Mary Ballard has been promoted to senior director of merchandising at stationary and motion upholstery manufacturer Kuka Home, a new position. Previously …
Industry observers speak out about tariffs
Last week, President Trump made good on a previous promise to slap a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico as a means of …
Bassett Furniture’s Q4 conference call offers window into its path forward
2025 will be a year in which the company must balance ongoing efficiencies with further investments in the business to remain profitable BASSETT, Va. — …
3 trends shaping the furniture industry in 2025
With the new year comes refreshed expectations across the furniture industry. In 2025, consumers are looking for more responsibly made, higher-quality, customizable furniture. At the …
Canadian furniture suppliers navigate tariff uncertainties
While many applaud the 30-day delay announced this week, they also are having a difficult time pricing finished product, including custom orders DURHAM, Ontario — …
Flexsteel reports 5th consecutive quarter of year-over-year sales growth
Company fiscal Q2 net income also increased to $9.1 million, from $3.1 million the same period last year DUBUQUE, Iowa — Bolstered by improved traffic …
2025 Asia winter show circuit starts next month
Far East markets begin in Malaysia in early March and conclude with Guangzhou, China, shows later in the month With the January Dallas, Atlanta and …
