Demand Moves Toward Stabilization & Growth in 2024 The Q4 Furniture Retailer survey completed by Piper Sandler in partnership with the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) saw Q4 demand (written sales) improve from Q3 to an average decline of -3.6% y/y. December, at +1% (mean) and +4% (median), was not only
The Q1 Furniture Retailer survey completed by Piper Sandler in partnership with the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) shows sales were flat to down for Q1. Sales were +1%/-5% on a mean/median basis. Transactions during Q1 declined -12% to -15%, while ASP was up mid-teens %. Online sales for retailers lagged
I always remind myself and other people that I am not a furniture retailer. I do have retail in my background, but I don’t own a furniture store. As CEO of the Home Furnishings Association, my job is to serve members and always advocate for them and their businesses. My
Sales and optimism are running high for our industry right now, and the latest HFA/Piper Sandler Furniture Retailer Survey bears this out. When 2021 started, most retailers expected this year to end up right around 8%. After the first quarter of this year, those estimates now sit between 10 and
We here at Mosswood bring decades of expertise in business operations, recruitment, and HR, serving as providers and insiders to
Are stores still important? The resounding answer is yes, but they are more effective when supported with in-store and online
On March 19th, the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) hosted a thrilling regional meetup at Madison Square Garden in the heart
As of 2024, content marketing strategies have evolved significantly, shaped by technological advancements and changing audience behaviors. Here are the
When I think of Facebook, there is one thing that comes to mind: the song “Changes” by David Bowie because
Drive Traffic with Data Insights There is untapped potential for driving traffic to your store by using the data you collect. Industry experts will share
Evaluating the Cost of Delivery Join leading industry experts who will share insights on key cost drivers, efficiency measures, technology usage, and outsourcing options for
