Smith Leonard: Furniture orders fell 14% in March from last year
Furniture shipments fell 16% in March, following new order rates more closely HIGH POINT — New furniture orders and shipments were down by double digits …
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Deets Furniture transitions to 3rd-generation ownership
Kyle and Maegan Deets have purchased the business from Kyle’s parents Ron and Sharon NORFOLK, Neb. — A third generation of family leadership is taking …
2023 hasn’t gotten off to a great start at retail, but there are bright spots ahead
As a guy that tries not to mince my words, let me begin by saying 2023 got off to a start that was sadly uninspiring, …
Lowe’s Home Improvement sees opportunity in indoor, outdoor furnishings
Company website offers many SKUs across bedroom, dining room, living room and office furniture MOORESVILLE, N.C. — As readers will soon notice on our latest …
Theatro.com survey analyzes consumer shopping preferences
Report highlights areas of opportunity for retailers looking to improve in-store experience HIGH POINT — A recent survey by Theatro.com sheds light on consumer attitudes toward …
5 ways mattress retailers can advertise on a budget
Inflation has caused many to pull back on spending. However, unlike individual people, retailers need to advertise to sell more product and make money to …
IHFRA survey seeks retailer feedback on how it can improve its services, programs and initiatives
HIGH POINT — The International Home Furnishings Representatives Association is asking furniture retailers for their feedback on ways it can improve the services it provides …
Poundstretcher opens Ashley HomeStore in Zambia
LUSAKA, Zambia – On May 13, 2023, Poundstretcher celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new 968 sq. ft. Ashley Furniture HomeStore showroom at …
Will Tempur Sealy’s acquisition of Mattress Firm bring new opportunities?
What’s going to happen once Tempur Sealy completes is acquisition of Mattress Firm sometime next year? That’s the big question in the industry right now, …
Existing home sales fell 23.2% in April over last year
Overall sales decreased in all 4 regions of the country, while prices rose in the Northeast and Midwest and fell in the South and West …
