Value of 2025 US furniture exports falls 4.7% from 2024
Decline in shipments from overseas producers also appears to narrow the trade deficit in household furniture WASHINGTON — The wholesale value of 2025 residential furniture …
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Inside Meta’s New York flagship store: AI glasses, VR and immersive retail
Located in a 15,000-square-foot 5-story building, Meta Lab New York merges physical and digital worlds NEW YORK — Technology company Meta is making a significant …
NAR reports slight drop in pending home sales from February 2025
However, activity rose 1.8% from January, suggesting that closings could pick up in the next 30-60 days WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors reported …
Singapore furniture brand Castlery opening 1st US flagship store in New York
The showroom will debut in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood in May NEW YORK — On May 15, Singaporean furniture brand Castlery will open its first …
Cost of Housing Index offers insights into housing affordability
Recent study looks at how much pretax income is needed to cover mortgages for new, existing homes WASHINGTON — The latest Cost of Housing Index …
Skyline Investors outlines opportunities in Buddy’s Home Furnishings investment
Company focuses on growth potential of the 65-year-old rent-to-own retailer ORLANDO, Fla. — Skyline Investors, the new owner of Buddy’s Home Furnishings, sees promise after …
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor estimates 3% increase in furniture store sales from February 2025
Segment shows a .27% decline since January, indicating consumers may have been reluctant to put more big purchases on credit cards WASHINGTON — The CNBC/National …
Existing home sales fall 1.4% from February 2025
National Association of Realtors report also says that affordability improved for the 8th straight month WASHINGTON — Existing-home sales declined 1.4% from February 2025, but …
Nearly 18 months after Hurricane Helene, Asheville furnishings retailers show resilience
Inventory losses, flooding and power outages stopped businesses in their tracks, but community support drove comebacks ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Hurricane Helene made landfall on Sept. …
Lilola Home sees growth opportunities with new business initiatives
Company recently opened a new warehouse and showroom and also has doubled the size of its sales force to further penetrate key markets in the …
