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2021 Disruptions to the Home Furnishings Industry
by Stuart Stump Mullens
Stuart Stump Mullens discusses the ongoing E-commerce boom and how it's changing the Home Furnishings landscape.

2021 Disruptions to the Home Furnishings Industry
Stuart Stump Mullens discusses the ongoing E-commerce boom and how it's changing the Home Furnishings landscape.
Articles & Publications
A look at private equity in the furniture industry
by Bo Stump
Bo Stump dives into the increasing role private equity has played in the evolution of the residential furniture industry and M&A transactions.

A look at private equity in the furniture industry
Bo Stump dives into the increasing role private equity has played in the evolution of the residential furniture industry and M&A transactions.
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New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2017
BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York) was packed and energetic, with many companies reporting record traffic. The Javitz Center format continues to be a hit with small booths that enable companies to efficiently display capabilities and conduct meaningful business without an undue amount of overhead.

New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2017
BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York) was packed and energetic, with many companies reporting record traffic. The Javitz Center format continues to be a hit with small booths that enable companies to efficiently display capabilities and conduct meaningful business without an undue amount of overhead.
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Spring High Point Market - April 2018
This was one of the best markets in years, a sentiment shared by most people we encountered during our 6 days in High Point.

Spring High Point Market - April 2018
This was one of the best markets in years, a sentiment shared by most people we encountered during our 6 days in High Point.
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Spring HD Vegas Furniture Market
Stump & Company has had a very strong 12 months with four transactions closed in the Hospitality Sector in 2017 and 2018. We look forward to several other announcements in the coming months.

Spring HD Vegas Furniture Market
Stump & Company has had a very strong 12 months with four transactions closed in the Hospitality Sector in 2017 and 2018. We look forward to several other announcements in the coming months.
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Fall High Point Market 2018 - Winds Of Change
Our industry continues to grow rapidly in this channel and most companies are exploring how best to participate.

Fall High Point Market 2018 - Winds Of Change
Our industry continues to grow rapidly in this channel and most companies are exploring how best to participate.
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Spring High Point Market - April 2019
The general sentiment was that the furniture industry is in transition and management teams need constant vigilance and a willingness to adapt to succeed in this rapidly changing environment.

Spring High Point Market - April 2019
The general sentiment was that the furniture industry is in transition and management teams need constant vigilance and a willingness to adapt to succeed in this rapidly changing environment.
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HD Vegas Hospitality Show Update
With technology becoming more and more ubiquitous and iPhones, iPads, Air Pods, and laptop computers continuing to need power and serve as drivers of activity in common areas, we are seeing a new trend of embedded chargers and speakers in upholstery making the rounds in hospitality, commercial and residential settings.

HD Vegas Hospitality Show Update
With technology becoming more and more ubiquitous and iPhones, iPads, Air Pods, and laptop computers continuing to need power and serve as drivers of activity in common areas, we are seeing a new trend of embedded chargers and speakers in upholstery making the rounds in hospitality, commercial and residential settings.
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The Chicago Office Show: NEOCON, June 2019
Neocon was upbeat and well attended again this year. Our discussions with clients and prospects during our 48 hours in Chicago confirm that most are doing well in this up-cycle, despite the headwinds of Chinese tariffs and the unavailability of labor.

The Chicago Office Show: NEOCON, June 2019
Neocon was upbeat and well attended again this year. Our discussions with clients and prospects during our 48 hours in Chicago confirm that most are doing well in this up-cycle, despite the headwinds of Chinese tariffs and the unavailability of labor.
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Pre-High Point M&A Update
There are strong strategic buyers interested in growth and diversification of products and manufacturing capabilities. Private equity companies are investing in the space, indicating that there is additional investment to follow.

Pre-High Point M&A Update
There are strong strategic buyers interested in growth and diversification of products and manufacturing capabilities. Private equity companies are investing in the space, indicating that there is additional investment to follow.
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High Point October 2019 Update
The High Point Market is the Super Bowl for the residential furniture industry. Historically, over 75,000+ people come to town twice a year to visit the 2,200 exhibitors that display their goods in over 12 million square feet of showroom space spread out over 150 buildings.

High Point October 2019 Update
The High Point Market is the Super Bowl for the residential furniture industry. Historically, over 75,000+ people come to town twice a year to visit the 2,200 exhibitors that display their goods in over 12 million square feet of showroom space spread out over 150 buildings.
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What a market! BDNY 2019
We continue to see supply chains shift − to Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia – and the capacity constraint repercussions. There is also significant interest toward North American manufacturing.

What a market! BDNY 2019
We continue to see supply chains shift − to Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia – and the capacity constraint repercussions. There is also significant interest toward North American manufacturing.
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Vegas 2020 - Strong Foot Traffic, High Customer Acquisition, and Double-digit Growth.
The 2020 Winter Market lived up to the hype. Most hallways were full of buyers and industry players, with exhibitors happily showing updated product lines in busy showrooms.

Vegas 2020 - Strong Foot Traffic, High Customer Acquisition, and Double-digit Growth.
The 2020 Winter Market lived up to the hype. Most hallways were full of buyers and industry players, with exhibitors happily showing updated product lines in busy showrooms.
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April 2020 Update
Our E-Commerce clients and friends seem to be faring well, even thriving, through this time (some have reported as much as 25%+ growth over Q1 2019).
April 2020 Update
Our E-Commerce clients and friends seem to be faring well, even thriving, through this time (some have reported as much as 25%+ growth over Q1 2019).
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Stump Market Minute: April 28, 2020
Today would be the last day of the Spring High Point Market, so we wanted to update everyone on the major themes we are hearing from our clients and friends, based on numerous calls over the last few weeks.
Stump Market Minute: April 28, 2020
Today would be the last day of the Spring High Point Market, so we wanted to update everyone on the major themes we are hearing from our clients and friends, based on numerous calls over the last few weeks.
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Stump Market Minute: The Rise of eCommerce
Stuart Stump Mullens shares analysis and insight into the rise of eCommerce in the Home Furnishings industry.
Stump Market Minute: The Rise of eCommerce
Stuart Stump Mullens shares analysis and insight into the rise of eCommerce in the Home Furnishings industry.
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September 2020 PreMarket
Masked and temperature checked (and with hand-sanitizer in pockets), our team spent two very upbeat days in High Point for PreMarket. Furniture Today called it the “mother of all PreMarkets” - we agree.
September 2020 PreMarket
Masked and temperature checked (and with hand-sanitizer in pockets), our team spent two very upbeat days in High Point for PreMarket. Furniture Today called it the “mother of all PreMarkets” - we agree.
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October 2020 Market Update
The Stump team spent an uncharacteristically brief 24-hours in High Point last week at the Fall Market. With extra working days added for exhibitors, partially closed/“appointment-only” showroom policies, and ever-present COVID precautions we did not roam the halls nor shake hands as normal.

October 2020 Market Update
The Stump team spent an uncharacteristically brief 24-hours in High Point last week at the Fall Market. With extra working days added for exhibitors, partially closed/“appointment-only” showroom policies, and ever-present COVID precautions we did not roam the halls nor shake hands as normal.
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Let’s go to the Market(s)!
Many exhibitors indicated they are enjoying a more regular High Point presence with their customers, via the First Tuesday initiative and other private meetings at the showrooms.
Let’s go to the Market(s)!
Many exhibitors indicated they are enjoying a more regular High Point presence with their customers, via the First Tuesday initiative and other private meetings at the showrooms.
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Vegas Markets Recap
The Stump team traveled to Las Vegas this week to attend the back-to-back residential market and the hospitality show.

Vegas Markets Recap
The Stump team traveled to Las Vegas this week to attend the back-to-back residential market and the hospitality show.
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Neocon & Casual Show Recap
The Stump team attended both the September 20-23 Casual show and the October 4-6 Neocon show in Chicago's famed Merchandise Mart. After a long, COVID-induced pause, we found both to be upbeat despite mixed traffic.

Neocon & Casual Show Recap
The Stump team attended both the September 20-23 Casual show and the October 4-6 Neocon show in Chicago's famed Merchandise Mart. After a long, COVID-induced pause, we found both to be upbeat despite mixed traffic.
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High Point Furniture Market - October 2014
Stump & Company had a terrific and upbeat six days walking through the International Home Furnishings Market complex, and seeing much of the 12 million square feet of exhibition space spread over 180 buildings, hosting over 2,000 companies and more than 75,000 attendees.
High Point Furniture Market - October 2014
Stump & Company had a terrific and upbeat six days walking through the International Home Furnishings Market complex, and seeing much of the 12 million square feet of exhibition space spread over 180 buildings, hosting over 2,000 companies and more than 75,000 attendees.
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BDNY Nov 2018 - An Energetic November Market
The merger & acquisition market continues to be strong. In our opinion, it is the best environment since the late 1990s with high buyer interest and an abundance of sellers.

BDNY Nov 2018 - An Energetic November Market
The merger & acquisition market continues to be strong. In our opinion, it is the best environment since the late 1990s with high buyer interest and an abundance of sellers.
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Vegas Market Recap Jan 2022
The Stump team attended the semiannual Furniture Market at the Las Vegas World Market Center this week and was pleasantly surprised by the attendance and upbeat attitudes.

Vegas Market Recap Jan 2022
The Stump team attended the semiannual Furniture Market at the Las Vegas World Market Center this week and was pleasantly surprised by the attendance and upbeat attitudes.