Why M&A activity is picking up in the furniture industry
After several relatively quiet years, merger and acquisition momentum in the home furnishings industry is clearly rebuilding. Over the past month alone, a series of …
Category: Up Close
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CPSC issues warning regarding defective tip restraints
Plastic units aimed at anchoring clothing storage units to the wall can break over time WASHINGTON — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued …
AHF Hall of Fame Foundation board elects new officers, board members
HIGH POINT — The board of directors of the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Inc. has elected new officers and board members for …
Ten More with Randi Schachter, Biltrite Furniture-Leather-Mattresses
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher continues his discussion with the fourth-generation family member of the Greenfield, Wisconsin, retailer. She discusses the hands-on nature of …
Existing home sales fall 4.4% from January 2025
Sales also declined 8.4% from December, according to National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON — Existing home sales declined in all major regional markets in January …
Martin Furniture names Kurt Berlin to lead new mass merchandising division
SAN DIEGO — Martin Furniture has named industry veteran Kurt Berlin as vice president of its new mass merchandising division. The company said the move …
RC Willey announces succession plan
Jeff Child to retire as president, VP of Merchandising Lynn Lloyd named president SALT LAKE CITY – RC Willey Home Furnishings announced today that Jeffrey …
Armen Living purchases showroom building in High Point
HIGH POINT — California-based contemporary home furnishings brand Armen Living is putting down roots in North Carolina by purchasing a building in High Point. “We are excited to announce …
Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown
Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline …
CPSC announces 5 recalls involving nearly 15,000 clothing storage units in the 1st week of February
Although no injuries have been reported, the agency said the units can tip over and harm children and older adults if not anchored to the …
