How will tariffs affect the April High Point Market?
While many are optimistic given the 90-day reprieve on higher tariffs, reception to new products not hitting retail floors for another 6 months remains an …
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Trump raises China tariff to 125%
WASHINGTON — On his Truth Social and X platforms, President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on China are increasing to 125% effective immediately. This follows …
Industry experts, associations answer questions, eliminate some confusion regarding tariffs
Communications aim to help industry stay up-to-date on key issues regarding these moves that will impact global trade HIGH POINT — In recent alerts to …
Industry suppliers seek to calm retailer concerns amid tariff upheaval
Fluidity of situation requires a steady flow of information, including the latest pricing — but as one industry source noted, this has materialized into something …
Mark Schumacher to launch podcast on Home News Now
10 out of 10 to address timely issues, developments with industry leaders across the retail and supply sides of the business HIGH POINT — Industry …
Thoughts on the M&A market for furniture in 2025
HIGH POINT — We believe we are on the cusp of a new M&A wave, and our team is gearing up for a huge season …
Fairness? Step away from the Kool Aid
In recent days, I’ve heard a number of my industry colleagues speak in favor of tariffs. Whether it’s in the interest of fairness or of …
Bermex Furniture purchase of Saloom presents opportunities for both brands
Sale is expected to close in the next few weeks, giving Bermex a strong foothold in US manufacturing WINCHENDON, Mass. — When a fire broke …
Kuka Home opens new Vietnam plant
BINH DUONG, Vietnam — Kuka Home has officially opened its newest manufacturing facility in Binh Duong, Vietnam, adding 624,000 square feet of dedicated production space to …
Smith Leonard: January residential furniture shipments up 4% from January 2024
New orders were down 3% during the same year-over-year period HIGH POINT — January residential furniture shipments rose 4% from January last year and also …
