Franchise Group bankruptcy decision expected today
Today is the big day for the Franchise Group bankruptcy, with a hearing on the ninth and perhaps final amended restructuring plan scheduled to begin …
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Woodbridge Furniture nearly doubles its production, distribution footprint
Recently completed project increases its custom capabilities and also sharpens lead times on wood furniture and upholstery THOMASVILLE, N.C. — Accent and occasional seating and …
CIN research shows new homeowners want design assistance in furnishing their new surroundings
Access to designer-specific financing also would encourage consumers to buy more expensive furniture HIGH POINT — In the fifth and final installment of Consumer Insights …
Logistics expert explains exemptions on reciprocal tariffs
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When the IEEPA/reciprocal tariffs were implemented, an exception was granted to goods that were laden on a vessel prior to April 5 …
Kravet partners with Stanton on licensed carpet collection
WOODBURY, N.Y. — Stanton, a premier designer and supplier of high-end luxury flooring, announced it is partnering with luxury furniture resource Kravet on an exclusive …
Housing construction activity falters in April
Building permits, housing starts and completions are all down from April 2024 while housing starts rise 1.6% from March WASHINGTON — April residential housing construction …
Longtime AFMA government affairs executive Joseph Gregory Gerard dies at age 85
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Joseph Gregory Gerard, a longtime government affairs executive with the former American Furniture Manufacturers Association, died April 29. He was 85. …
Will pause in tariffs help China regain footing in furniture?
While some industry officials have applauded the 90-day reprieve, furniture production that has already moved to Vietnam and other countries may not return HIGH POINT …
Report: Vietnam furniture shipments rose 21.6% in 2024
Mann, Armistead & Epperson analysis also shows the country’s strong growth was boosted by high levels of wood furniture production RICHMOND, Va. — Vietnam outpaced …
NAHB survey shows decline in home-builder confidence in May
Uncertainties regarding tariffs, interest rates and building-material costs impact overall views about the economy WASHINGTON — The National Association of Home Builders said that home-builder …
