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Home Furnishings Association
Todd Wanek Tackles Tariffs, Supply Chains, and U.S. Manufacturing

Few leaders are as pivotal or outspoken in a transformative era for home furnishings as Todd Wanek, President and CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries. As the 2025 Trailblazer Award recipient from the Home Furnishings Association (HFA), Wanek recently joined HFA to share his perspective on the furniture industry’s current state

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Home Furnishings Association
2025 Retail Outlook: Steady Growth Amid Shifting Consumer Sentiment

As home furnishings retailers and manufacturers plan for the year ahead, there’s cautious optimism on the horizon. According to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) latest 2025 Retail Outlook forecast,  retail sales in 2025 are expected to grow between 2.7% and 3.7% over 2024, totaling between $5.42 trillion and $5.48 trillion.

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Home Furnishings Association
3/14/25 Update: Steel, Lumber & Economic Policy Changes

This week, several significant government policies have surfaced that directly impact home furnishings retailers and manufacturers. From increased tariffs and trade enforcement, environmental regulations, and lumber import scrutiny to economic policy, these changes will shape supply chains, pricing strategies, and business operations. Here’s what you need to know: Tariffs on

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Chris Andresen
Update on President Biden’s First 100 Days

The first 100 days is an important milestone for any President, and Joe Biden recently completed his 100th day in office. This period within a four-year term can set the tone for the remainder of the presidency, and President Biden can point to key successes and see some areas for

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