Consumer Insights Now Week 3 looks at what’s driving planned furniture purchases
Upholstery remains a top area of consideration, but consumers also have their sights set on wood furniture categories such as bedroom, home office and occasional …
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Homebuilder confidence remains steady in September
Reading has been between 32 and 34 since May, falling well below a level that shows more builders view conditions as good versus poor WASHINGTON …
Synchrony acquires Versatile Credit
STAMFORD, Conn. — Consumer financing company Synchrony (NYSE: SYF), announced Wednesday that it has acquired Versatile Credit, a consumer-financing software provider connecting merchants, lenders, and consumers …
Lectra names John Brearley president of its Americas division
Executive fills a role held by Leonard Marano, who recently left the company for another position TOLLAND, Conn. — Lectra, a provider of industrial intelligence …
Study analyzes how people spend their time at home
Data provides overview of activities from working at home to doing homework, research and watching TV WASHINGTON — A study released by the U.S. Bureau …
CIN Week 2 looks at what’s driving consumer furniture purchases
Upholstery remains the No. 1 category sought by shoppers, but primary bedroom also remains a key area of interest HIGH POINT — In our second …
Housing construction activity falters from August 2024
Despite lingering affordability issues, officials say that Wednesday’s rate cut could soon lead to a boost in overall housing production WASHINGTON — August housing construction …
Furniture store sales rise 5.2% from August 2024
Strong year-over-year sales activity aligns with reports from retailers of a strong August that continued into the Labor Day holiday weekend WASHINGTON — Furniture store …
Mortgage bankers survey shows housing affordability rose in July
National median mortgage payment fell by $13 from July 2024 and was down by $45 from June WASHINGTON —Housing affordability rose in July, according to …
DeYoung Interiors to close after 97 years in business
ST. JOHN, Ind. — DeYoung Interiors prepares for the end of an era after 97 years as a family-owned business and three generations of exceptional service. The …
