Is independent retail doomed?
Some would say that the sector isn’t dying, but instead that it’s evolving First of two parts HIGH POINT — There is a prophecy, often …
Category: Markets
The latest from home furnishings markets
Exclusive CIN research offers a window into home design preferences among high earners
Many stay up on trends by visiting home furnishings retailer and manufacturer websites HIGH POINT — As we continue our discussion into the buying habits …
Video exclusive: A look at furniture shopping plans and expectations of high-income consumers
Home News Now Editor-in-Chief Tom Russell interviews research specialist Dana French about our latest research sponsored by Bread Financial focusing on high-income consumers. French explains …
High-income consumers identify what they seek from brick-and-mortar stores
Many of those surveyed say they plan to shop well-known retailers, but these stores need to be prepared to address their wants and needs HIGH …
Bassett Furniture reports 2.2% drop in Q1 revenue
Decrease was led by decline in retail revenue and partially offset by slight increase in wholesale revenue BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture reported a drop …
Furniture store sales lag behind other sectors for 1st 2 months of the year
Sales were down 5.6% from February 2025 and also were down 1% from January WASHINGTON — Year-over-year furniture store sales fell for the sixth month …
Talk of oil-related price increases heats up
With increases of raw materials averaging around 12%, sources note this could raise FOB prices 6%-8% HIGH POINT — Rising prices of raw materials, some …
Meta debuts social commerce tools for retailers at Shoptalk 2026
From shoppable Reels to in-app checkout, Meta is expanding how retailers turn social engagement into sales LAS VEGAS — Keeping up with digital tools is …
Z Gallerie opens newest store in Dallas
DALLAS — Z Gallerie, a brand long celebrated for its modern-luxe aesthetic and statement-making designs, recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest retail location …
Josh Underhill’s Family Furniture going out of business after 80 years
LYNNWOOD, Wash. — Josh Underhill’s Family Furniture is going out of business after providing Lynnwood and surrounding communities with quality furniture for 80 years. The …
