Furniture store sales fall 1.4% from November 2024
Sales in the sector also declined slightly from October WASHINGTON — Across all retail categories, the U.S. Department of Commerce reported a 0.6% increase from …
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Housing construction activity declines from October 2024
Housing completions rose from September, marking one of the only bright spots in activity nationwide WASHINGTON — The latest housing construction report from the U.S. …
Bob’s IPO filing offers a window into the company’s business
Company size and profitability, along with risk factors and opportunities, are highlighted in its registration statement filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission MANCHESTER, …
Queen City Homestore remains bullish on 2026
Retailer’s rebrand, category expansion create a destination for home furnishings in new and existing markets CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Over the past several years, as companies …
NAR reports uptick in pending home sales, IDs top markets for first-time buyers
Affordability is still a concern, but lower mortgage rates could result in lower housing costs, particularly for first-time buyers on a budget WASHINGTON — A …
Existing home sales fall 1% from November 2024
However, despite rising inventory levels, home prices rise again, marking their 29th consecutive month of year-over-year gains WASHINGTON — Existing home sales fell 1% in …
Hope to Dream, Red Mountain Retail provide holiday cheer, support to children in need
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Hope to Dream partnered with Red Mountain Retail, an Ashley licensee, to deliver a heartwarming holiday surprise to 30 children during a special …
CNBC/NRF report shows slight YOY gain in November furniture store sales
Monthly retail analysis also shows a meager increase from October, as competition for spending in other areas rises WASHINGTON — November furniture and home furnishings …
Black Friday bolsters year-end revenues for retailers around the US, albeit with some mixed results
Growth in housing helps propel traffic and sales as retailers compete with other retail segments vying for a limited pool of disposable income HIGH POINT …
Retail remains a core part of La-Z-Boy’s strategy
Planned divestiture of non-core businesses allows company to focus on marketing its own brand, which includes expanding its store footprint MONROE, Mich. — Industry observers …
