October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts screened a work-in-progress documentary about High Point Market on Oct 16 at the High Point Theater Auditorium at High Point Market. This screening was a “sneak peek” for market attendees.
October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) revealed key findings from their jointly produced 2026 Whole-Home Design Study during HPMA’s Fall Market Keynote Series event in the High Point Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 17.
October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Coaster Fine Furniture, a leading North American furniture distributor, is expanding its popular SmartTop™ dining program for Fall High Point Market, with the introduction of 10 tables, including Coaster exclusive bistro table and stool sets.
October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Brown Jordan, the leader in luxury outdoor furnishings since 1945, announces that it has joined the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), marking an important expansion of the brand’s engagement with the broader residential design community.
October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Four Hands proudly debuts its Fall 2026 collection at High Point Market Fall, October 17-21, Showplace Floor 4, 4101. This Market, the global leader in lifestyle home furnishings, showcases 630 new pieces, including an extended Amber Lewis x Four Hands collection, exclusive new art, and the largest expansion to date from designers Thomas Bina and Ronald Sasson.
October 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Doug Bergeron, a significant shareholder of Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. with beneficial ownership, collectively with his affiliates and associates, of approximately 5.2% of Ethan Allen’s outstanding common stock, issued the following statement in response to the Company’s announcement that it will report its fiscal first quarter 2027 results on November 9, 2026, five days after its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Nov. 4.
October 18,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The National Retail Federation released its annual holiday forecast, predicting retail sales in November and December will grow 4.2% over 2025. That translates to total spending of $1.013 trillion. By comparison, last year’s holiday sales rose 3.1% over 2024 totaling $972 billion.