A sweeping Russia sanctions law signed just last month (The Graham Act) is now largely on hold, and the details matter for furniture retail supply chains. Here’s a quick rundown of where things stand as of late October 2026. Here’s what happened: Sept. 16–18, 2026: Congress passed the Lindsey O.
Following the Supreme Court ruling invalidating IEEPA tariff rates, President Trump enacted a temporary (150 days) 10% global tariff rate under Section 122. With that temporary rate set to expire on July 24th, the Trump Administration prepared new Section 301 investigations focused on forced labor and excess manufacturing capacity in
Global trade policy continues to shift rapidly, and for home furnishings retailers, those changes can have immediate consequences for costs, cash flow, and supply chain planning. From the rollout of IEEPA duty refunds to the possibility of new tariffs under Sections 232 and 301, importers are navigating a complex and
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HFA proudly congratulates its CEO, Peter Theran, on being named one of The Home Furnishings 500 most influential people in
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A beautifully merchandised room turns heads — but an intentionally merchandised showroom sparks inspiration and communicates your brand identity in ways a logo never could.
New research from Elevate puts the Gen X woman at the center of the furniture story. Surveying 1,210 Gen X shoppers at every stage of
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Merchandising Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in merchandising. Share ideas for
