September 17,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
The National Retail Federation says retail sales were up 0.4 percent in August seasonally adjusted from July and up 4.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year. The numbers exclude automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants.
September 17,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen, members of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) portfolio of brands, has unveiled an exclusive collaboration with fashion designer and entrepreneur, Rachel Zoe.
September 17,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Houston-based retailer Conn’s HomePlus has announced the opening of the 656,658-square-foot, multistate logistics distribution center in Houston, establishing more advanced infrastructure as part of the company's overall growth and development plan.
September 16,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Along with age, income, and marriage/children status, where consumers live helps to determine furniture buying habits.
September 16,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced the judges for the 31st Annual ARTS Awards slated for Jan. 10, 2020
September 16,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, High Point, Industry, Market
Twelve new, expanding and renewing tenants are on the exhibitor roster for Showplace, a key destination for retailers, designers and buyers at the High Point Fall Market, Oct. 19 – 23.
September 16,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Specialty bedding producer Classic Brands has announced the launch of its new adjustable base suitable for side sleepers, targeting about 80 percent of the U.S. population.