Effective April 6, 2026, the Trump Administration has modified the existing Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper products through a new Administrative Proclamation. While the updated policy may simplify compliance in some cases, it could also significantly increase costs for many importers, including businesses across the home furnishings
Tariffs and trade are front and center of President Trump’s domestic economic agenda. On Day 1 of his Administration, the President signed the America First Trade Policy Executive Order, which laid out a broad trade agenda, including an aggressive push for across-the-board tariffs and reciprocal tariffs. As the early April
How Strong Leadership Drives Performance, Culture, and Consistency Traffic patterns fluctuate, customer expectations continue to evolve, and competition remains strong
In the home furnishings industry, retailers and manufacturers are navigating a landscape defined by tightening margins, shifting consumer expectations, and
Profits don’t improve by accident. It improves when leadership can clearly see how marketing, eCommerce, product performance, and operations influence
HIGH POINT, N.C. (March 9, 2026) — The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced its High Point Market Seminar Series, delivering
Home furnishings retailers should be paying close attention to a major new trade development out of Washington. On March 11,
AI & Retail Transformation: Your Roadmap to Smart Adoption The technology landscape for home furnishings retailers is evolving fast. For furniture retailers, simply adopting
AI is no longer just powering search bars and chatbots. New agentic AI experiences are changing how shoppers discover, evaluate, and buy products online. For
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: eCommerce Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business dynamics.
