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Stump M&A team talks furniture industry turmoil on BOH Podcast
M&A experts Tim and Bo Stump dissect a chaotic time in the furniture industry with host Dennis Scully on The Business of Home podcast.
Stump M&A team talks furniture industry turmoil on BOH Podcast
M&A experts Tim and Bo Stump dissect a chaotic time in the furniture industry with host Dennis Scully on The Business of Home podcast.
Deal Announcements
Handy Living acquired by Alto Systems
Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Handy Living to a subsidiary of Alto Systems, Inc. Stump's M&A team initiated the transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Handy Living and its selling shareholders.
Handy Living acquired by Alto Systems
Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Handy Living to a subsidiary of Alto Systems, Inc. Stump's M&A team initiated the transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Handy Living and its selling shareholders.
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Las Vegas Summer Market
The Stump M&A team braved the Nevada heat to gain further insight into the challenges and opportunities the industry currently faces.
Las Vegas Summer Market
The Stump M&A team braved the Nevada heat to gain further insight into the challenges and opportunities the industry currently faces.
Articles & Publications
Why M&A is Good for the Furniture Industry
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are key to a healthy economy, and the furniture industry is no exception. Over the past five years, M&A transactions have played a significant role in the evolution of the furniture industry, and they will continue to shape its future for years to come.
Why M&A is Good for the Furniture Industry
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are key to a healthy economy, and the furniture industry is no exception. Over the past five years, M&A transactions have played a significant role in the evolution of the furniture industry, and they will continue to shape its future for years to come.
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Atlanta Casual Show
The Stump Team recaps the inaugural Atlanta Casual Show hosted at the AmericasMart, a venue part of the newly renamed ANDMORE, formerly IMC.
Atlanta Casual Show
The Stump Team recaps the inaugural Atlanta Casual Show hosted at the AmericasMart, a venue part of the newly renamed ANDMORE, formerly IMC.
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NEOCON 2023: Office Furnishings Show
The Stump team traveled to Chicago this week for the annual office/contract furnishings show called NeoCon.
NEOCON 2023: Office Furnishings Show
The Stump team traveled to Chicago this week for the annual office/contract furnishings show called NeoCon.
Company News
Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
Deal Announcements
Royal Custom Designs Sold to Makers & Craftsmen LLC
Stump & Company served as exclusive advisors to Royal Custom Designs and its selling shareholders and initiated the sale to Makers & Craftsmen.
Royal Custom Designs Sold to Makers & Craftsmen LLC
Stump & Company served as exclusive advisors to Royal Custom Designs and its selling shareholders and initiated the sale to Makers & Craftsmen.
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HD Expo Vegas Recap
Las Vegas delivered a huge win for the hospitality industry last week, with over 10,000 attendees at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the annual HD (Hospitality & Design) Expo.
HD Expo Vegas Recap
Las Vegas delivered a huge win for the hospitality industry last week, with over 10,000 attendees at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the annual HD (Hospitality & Design) Expo.
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April High Point Market 2023
Our team spent six days in High Point for furniture market. Read our analysis of current industry trends...
April High Point Market 2023
Our team spent six days in High Point for furniture market. Read our analysis of current industry trends...
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Impressions from the Guadalajara Furniture Expo
The Stump M&A team traveled to Guadalajara Mexico for the biannual Furniture Expo and we were blown away by the crowds, energy and enthusiasm for strong business this year.
Impressions from the Guadalajara Furniture Expo
The Stump M&A team traveled to Guadalajara Mexico for the biannual Furniture Expo and we were blown away by the crowds, energy and enthusiasm for strong business this year.
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Las Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team attended the winter market in Las Vegas this week and we were pleasantly surprised by the strong attenda…
Las Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team attended the winter market in Las Vegas this week and we were pleasantly surprised by the strong attenda…
Company News
2022: A Year of M&A in Review
As Stump’s 50th year in business comes to a close, we're reflecting on all of the home furnishings transactions we completed this year, and also looking ahead to what that means for the year ahead.
2022: A Year of M&A in Review
As Stump’s 50th year in business comes to a close, we're reflecting on all of the home furnishings transactions we completed this year, and also looking ahead to what that means for the year ahead.
Deal Announcements
Century Furniture parent acquires Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture
RHF Investments Inc., the parent company of Century Furniture announced the acquisition of Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture. Stump & Company represented Classic Leather in this acquisition.
Century Furniture parent acquires Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture
RHF Investments Inc., the parent company of Century Furniture announced the acquisition of Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture. Stump & Company represented Classic Leather in this acquisition.
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Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022
Our team made its annual trip to New York this week for the BDNY hospitality show. Read our recap and insights on industry trends.
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022
Our team made its annual trip to New York this week for the BDNY hospitality show. Read our recap and insights on industry trends.
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October High Point Market Takeaways
The Stump team visited High Point Market this week and met with dozens of industry CEOs. Several trends emerged as hot topics of conversation. Read our key takeaways.
October High Point Market Takeaways
The Stump team visited High Point Market this week and met with dozens of industry CEOs. Several trends emerged as hot topics of conversation. Read our key takeaways.
Company News
Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
by Bo Stump
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
Deal Announcements
Noa Home Acquired by Bassett
Stump initiated the acquisition of Noa Home by Bassett Furniture and served as exclusive advisors to Noa Home and its selling shareholders.
Noa Home Acquired by Bassett
Stump initiated the acquisition of Noa Home by Bassett Furniture and served as exclusive advisors to Noa Home and its selling shareholders.
Articles & Publications
Putting the Recession in Perspective
by Tim Stump
Tim Stump considers the challenges alongside many of the positives in today’s economy.
Putting the Recession in Perspective
Tim Stump considers the challenges alongside many of the positives in today’s economy.
Articles & Publications
Will China’s military drills near Taiwan affect the furniture industry?
With continued planned patrols made by China near Taiwan, how will the furniture industry be affected by the growing disruption?
Will China’s military drills near Taiwan affect the furniture industry?
With continued planned patrols made by China near Taiwan, how will the furniture industry be affected by the growing disruption?
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What does a red hot jobs report mean for the furniture industry? Industry experts weigh in
As of July 2022, employment has risen 528,000 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, the unemployment rate is the best its been since February 2020. What does this mean for the furniture industry?
What does a red hot jobs report mean for the furniture industry? Industry experts weigh in
As of July 2022, employment has risen 528,000 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, the unemployment rate is the best its been since February 2020. What does this mean for the furniture industry?
Articles & Publications
Struck by the power of the ports
by Stuart Stump Mullens
A visit to the United State's fastest-growing and third-largest-by-volume container terminal reveals the powerful investment the Port of Savannah has made to maintain the accurate pace for the U.S. economy's import and export needs.
Struck by the power of the ports
A visit to the United State's fastest-growing and third-largest-by-volume container terminal reveals the powerful investment the Port of Savannah has made to maintain the accurate pace for the U.S. economy's import and export needs.
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NEOCON 2022: Commercial Furniture on the Move!
The Stump team enjoyed a full 2 days of Neocon this week in Chicago as we witnessed an energetic gathering of commercial furniture specialists.
NEOCON 2022: Commercial Furniture on the Move!
The Stump team enjoyed a full 2 days of Neocon this week in Chicago as we witnessed an energetic gathering of commercial furniture specialists.
Deal Announcements
Exemplis® acquires Edloe Finch
Stump and Company are pleased to announce the Partnership of Albany Park & Edloe Finch with Exemplis®. Stump & Company initiated this transaction and represented the seller.
Exemplis® acquires Edloe Finch
Stump and Company are pleased to announce the Partnership of Albany Park & Edloe Finch with Exemplis®. Stump & Company initiated this transaction and represented the seller.