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Report: July furniture orders up 28% over July 2022

Numbers are partly skewed by 37% decrease in new orders in July 2022 compared to July 2021 HIGH POINT — New furniture orders rose 28% …

Consumer confidence falters in September

Survey reflects concerns about inflation and current political situation WASHINGTON — Consumer confidence fell again in September, the second month of consecutive declines, which the …

Palliser Studio gallery program off to strong start

By late this month there were 43 galleries installed at 31 retail accounts around North America, including in 9 states and 5 Canadian provinces WINNIPEG, …

Study shows that consumers are sending mixed signals about the economy

If you’ve been scratching your head trying to figure out where the business is these days and, more importantly, where it may be headed based …

Banana Republic entering furnishings arena in move to remake brand

SAN FRANCISCO – Bucking the strong headwinds at retail, Banana Republic is making a big move into home furnishings. With this move, the chain is …

August existing home sales fell 15.3% from last year

All 4 regions of the U.S. posted year-over-year declines according to data from the National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON — August existing home sales fell …

Louis Shanks closing after nearly 80 years in business

Retailer has been family-owned for its duration, serving as destination for high-end furniture in the Austin, Houston and San Antonio markets AUSTIN, Texas — Luxury …

August housing starts fall 14.8% from last year

YOY building permits also fell 2.7%, while housing completions rose 3.8% from August 2022 WASHINGTON — August housing starts and building permits fell again compared …

Arhaus sets sights on long-term growth

Lifestyle retailer seeks to double its physical store footprint while also boosting market penetration through social media, other marketing initiatives BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio — Lifestyle …