October 8,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
With most holiday merchandise already on hand and tariffs continuing to rise, monthly import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to fall below the 2 million TEU mark for the remainder of the year, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
October 8,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Jaipur Living unveils its latest designer collaboration with celebrated interior designer Bradley Odom, founder of Atlanta-based Dixon Rye. Available now, the Bradley Odom x Jaipur Living collection introduces six handmade rugs across two designs—Avis and Solum.
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Sherrill Furniture will mark an extraordinary milestone - 80 years of American craftsmanship, design, and innovation - with a can’t-miss day of celebration during High Point Market, culminating with an exclusive anniversary party on Oct 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. Hosted by Steele Marcoux, Editor-in-Chief of Veranda, the anniversary event will take place at the Sherrill Showroom located at 315 Fred Alexander Place, High Point, NC.
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Paramount Sleep Company and Purecare are joining forces at this month’s High Point Market to highlight the many benefits of natural and sustainable materials in sleep. In their shared showroom at 330 S. Wrenn St., the companies will feature Paramount’s newly redesigned Nature’s Spa® mattress collection and Purecare’s Dr. Weil natural bedding collection, creating a complete wellness-focused sleep experience and story for retailers.
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The second National Furniture Safety Week is underway this week, with nearly 200 home furnishings companies participating.
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Forma Furniture, Colorado’s premier destination for Scandinavian-inspired and modern furniture, proudly announces its 21st anniversary celebration, featuring exclusive promotions, showroom events, and expanded offerings across its Fort Collins, Boulder, and Northglenn locations.
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, announces the acquisition of Locus, a leading logistics technology company based in the USA. This strategic investment strengthens IKEA digital capabilities, giving the retailer greater control over a critical moment in the customer journey.