February 4,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
The January Total Home & Gift Market at Dallas Market Center welcomed record-setting attendance, with buyers arriving from across the U.S. and internationally, to be the first to see the newest products and showrooms. This resulted in the strongest January turnout in the last five years and signaled renewed confidence and momentum across the home and gift industry.
February 4,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces plans to relocate the official trade show organizer’s headquarters to 115 S. Hamilton St. in 2027.
February 4,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Historically, ordering a custom-sized rug meant waiting 4 to 8 weeks for specialized production. JUSTRUG has disrupted this model by digitizing its entire weaving process at its state-of-the-art production facility in Turkey, a country world-renowned for its textile heritage.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Following its launch in July 2025, Herman Miller expands the Pawson Drift Collection with a corner sectional, an ottoman, and a family of occasional tables. The collection is designed by renowned British architect John Pawson.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The Winter 2026 edition of Las Vegas Market, held January 25-29, 2026, at the World Market Center Las Vegas, wrapped up on a high note, delivering impressive impact across the board. The refreshed branding and updated market experience generated palpable buzz from the start, and that energy carried throughout the entire week. With strong order writing, a notable increase in new buyers, and a renewed sense of community, the event reinforced Las Vegas Market’s position as a critical sourcing hub for the home, gift, and lifestyle industries on the West Coast.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
On January 10, Yusra Home proudly unveiled its first Ashley showroom with a Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting ceremony. The 9,100 sq. ft. facility, located at Sub-city Lideta Woreda 08, House No. New, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marks a significant addition to the local community. Distinguished guests, including His Excellency Ervin Massinga, the Ambassador of the United States to Ethiopia; Kurt Haines, Ashley’s Executive Vice President of International Sales; Mark Marais, Ashley’s Vice President for Africa and other Ashley representatives joined the Yusra Home team in celebrating this milestone.
February 3,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Skyline Investors announced today the acquisition of Buddy's Home Furnishings, the third-largest rent-to-own franchisor in the United States. The investment marks a transformative moment for the established brand, bringing Skyline’s flexible capital solutions and an engaged ownership approach to support Buddy's nationwide network of 220+ locations.