February 8,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry 
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has forecasted that retail sales during 2019 will increase between 3.8 percent and 4.4 percent to more than $3.8 trillion despite threats from an ongoing trade war, the volatile stock market and the effects of the government shutdown.
February 8,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
Coconis Furniture/ Mattress 1st has announced the opening of its fourth store in Lancaster, Ohio, featuring a large selection of both mattresses and motion furniture by La-Z-Boy.
February 8,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Acquisition, Business Strategy, Industry
Oregon-based BedMart Mattress Superstores has announced the acquisition of Parklane Mattresses, a family-owned mattress retailer with locations throughout the Portland metro area.
February 7,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Executive Changes, Industry
Pier 1 Imports, Inc. (NYSE: PIR) has announced the appointment of Lance Wills as executive vice president and chief information officer, effective immediately.
February 7,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
In an effort to return focus to clothing sales, JCPenney will stop selling major appliances and end sales of furniture in its U.S. stores, according to a report from CNN Business.
February 7,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Online mattress producer Purple (NASDAQ: PRPL) has announced the availability of its fully adjustable Purple Plush Pillow.
February 6,
2019 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, High Point, Industry, Market
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) has partnered with interior design professional, author and business coach Kimberley Seldon for a Business of Design educational series for Spring Market taking place April 6 – 10.