NRF forecasts more than $1 trillion in holiday spending
Washington – A combination of higher prices and gains in consumer spending are expected to push 2026 holiday season sales above $1 trillion for the first time. The National Retail Federation (NRF) is...
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Home furnishings & furniture store sales up sharply in September, says DOC
(Illustration courtesy of depositphotos.) Washington — Whether buoyed by a later Labor Day or other factors, September’s furniture and home furnishings store sales jumped nearly five points...
View ArticleWant to be an Insider? Perigold launches loyalty program
Boston — Perigold, Wayfair’s luxury home brand, announced the launch of Perigold Insider, a loyalty program offering 10% back in rewards on eligible purchases. The launch marks a deliberate step in the...
View ArticleSpirit Christmas opening more doors in its 3rd year
Summary: Spirit Christmas opening 44 locations in November Expansion into 15 states including Florida and Illinois Owned by Spencer Gifts/Spencer Spirit Holdings Inc. Egg Harbor Township, N.J. –...
View ArticleRoss Stores’ off-price expansion hits new high
Dublin – In recent weeks, Ross Stores Inc. has completed its store opening plan for the fiscal year, adding 115 doors across its two retail banners. The off-price retail company’s openings in September...
View ArticleThe Company Store’s Holiday ’26 collection puts guests first
Atlanta – The Company Store’s newly unveiled Holiday 2026 collection takes aim at making guests feel at home. Launched on Oct. 6, the assortment includes sheets, comforters, duvet covers, quilts,...
View ArticleHoliday spending: Picky, personal and close to home | Circana survey
Fast Facts: Spending outlook: Circana’s 2026 U.S. Holiday Purchase Intentions Study projects Q4 holiday spending between a 1% decline and a 2.5% increase versus 2025. Value focus: 74% plan to stretch...
View ArticleShoppers spent a little less during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days
Chicago – Consumers who shopped Amazon’s 2-day promotion Oct. 6-7 curtailed their spending a bit compared to those who shopped the retailer’s Prime Day event last June. The average Prime Big Deal Days...
View ArticleHome furnishings & furniture stores missed the mark in September
Washington – Despite spending constraints, sales rose in every major retail sector last month – except one, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Seasonally adjusted sales for the home furnishings...
View ArticleWayfair doubling store presence in N.J.
Boston — Omnichannel home furnishings retailer Wayfair announced plans for its second store in New Jersey. As part of its ongoing, nationwide store strategy, Wayfair has confirmed plans to open a new...
View ArticleABC Carpet & Home takes its New York style to the Sunshine State
New York — ABC Carpet & Home announced its expansion beyond the greater New York City area with its newest showroom in Boca Raton, Fla. Located at 601 N. Federal Highway, the 18,000-square-foot...
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British bedding brand awarded menopause-friendly certification
Oakham, Rutland, England – Natural bedding brand Woolroom has been awarded GenM’s menopause friendly certification – the MTick. GenM partners with more than 140 leading brands and retailers providing...
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Guess what’s back at Target? Hint: It has a few ruffles
Photo provided by Target Minneapolis – Target is reuniting with a home fashions brand that it first teamed up with in 2004 as it looks to inject more outside labels into its home assortment. The...
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Bed Bath & Beyond parent shifts focus to organic growth
Logo provided by Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Nashville, Tenn. – After scuttling merger proposal today and a separate asset purchase last month, – Neighborhood Intelligence said it doesn’t plan to pursue...
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Where can you find HGTV stars mingling with Ikea and DIY creators?
DIY Con logo. Image courtesy of DIY Con. Dallas — A gathering of makers, creators, crafters, home decorators and do-it-yourself enthusiasts will take place at Fair Park here on Nov. 6-8 for the...
View ArticleNeighborhood Intelligence axes merger transaction
Fast Facts: Neighborhood Intelligence (formerly Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.) and Fathom Holdings have mutually scrapped their planned merger after both boards concluded the valuations didn’t reflect...
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September’s most-read: A tariff twist, a scrapped deal and a big week in New...
Image created by Aquir014b via depositphotos.com Tariffs, retail news and New York market coverage led HTT’s most-read stories in September. A proposed U.S.-China framework that could lower duties on...
View ArticleDallas Market Center’s new AI training program aims to ‘create better retailers’
Dallas – Virginia store owner Alison Dodson says not a week goes by without a fellow retailer asking her for help with artificial intelligence. Now Dallas Market Center is offering an answer. The B2B...
View ArticleThink it’s too early for holiday shopping? Think again
The holiday shopping season is already well underway and has been since this summer. According to a new survey from Ibotta, two-thirds of shoppers have been in the market since before Labor Day, while...
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World Market grows to 250 stores
Alameda, Calif. – With an upcoming opening this week, World Market is nearing the size it was before it was acquired by the legacy Bed Bath & Beyond company in 2012. The specialty retailer will...
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