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2017 in Review & 2018 in Preview
The 2017 M&A climate was robust, at levels not seen since before the 2008 crash. This meant a terrific year in furniture acquisitions and for Stump & Company.
2017 in Review & 2018 in Preview
The 2017 M&A climate was robust, at levels not seen since before the 2008 crash. This meant a terrific year in furniture acquisitions and for Stump & Company.
Company News
2018 Furniture Industry Reviewed - 2019: A look ahead
The global furniture industry remains strong and has exhibited a multi-year growth trend. Consumer confidence, availability of disposable income for discretionary furniture purchases, and a generally strong stock market continue to drive positive industry performance.
2018 Furniture Industry Reviewed - 2019: A look ahead
The global furniture industry remains strong and has exhibited a multi-year growth trend. Consumer confidence, availability of disposable income for discretionary furniture purchases, and a generally strong stock market continue to drive positive industry performance.
Articles & Publications
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
2021 is Expected to be a Boom Year for Mergers and Acquisitions
2020 will go down in history as an epic year of frustration, disappointment, hardship and much more. In the business world, however, we have seen an amazing stock market rally, encouraging data on a quick macro-economic recovery and positive signs for a stronger 2021.
2021 is Expected to be a Boom Year for Mergers and Acquisitions
2020 will go down in history as an epic year of frustration, disappointment, hardship and much more. In the business world, however, we have seen an amazing stock market rally, encouraging data on a quick macro-economic recovery and positive signs for a stronger 2021.
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.
Articles & Publications
A Furniture History Lesson
by Tim Stump
Our most recent transaction, the sale of Braxton Culler, Inc., is a classic win-win Stump deal, with clear synergies for the buyer and a terrific steward for Braxton’s compelling legacy.
A Furniture History Lesson
Our most recent transaction, the sale of Braxton Culler, Inc., is a classic win-win Stump deal, with clear synergies for the buyer and a terrific steward for Braxton’s compelling legacy.
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.
Articles & Publications
An Outlook on the Furniture Industry
by Bo Stump
2020 has proven to be the most challenging and perplexing year of the new century. A global pandemic went from 0 to 6 million cases in a matter of months, with hundreds of thousands of casualties. The crisis sparked rapid job layoffs, business closures, plummeting GDP numbers, and a collapse in equity markets.
An Outlook on the Furniture Industry
2020 has proven to be the most challenging and perplexing year of the new century. A global pandemic went from 0 to 6 million cases in a matter of months, with hundreds of thousands of casualties. The crisis sparked rapid job layoffs, business closures, plummeting GDP numbers, and a collapse in equity markets.
Articles & Publications
An Outlook on the Furniture Industry
by Bo Stump
The furniture industry, like many others, has experienced rapid changes this year. Most notably: Consumption Patterns. The existential COVID-19 mandate to work (or for many, live) at home all day, every day, has been a boon to home and home office furnishings suppliers, as many consumers realized they needed a better home office, while others took the opportunity to upgrade dining and living areas.
An Outlook on the Furniture Industry
The furniture industry, like many others, has experienced rapid changes this year. Most notably: Consumption Patterns. The existential COVID-19 mandate to work (or for many, live) at home all day, every day, has been a boon to home and home office furnishings suppliers, as many consumers realized they needed a better home office, while others took the opportunity to upgrade dining and living areas.
Market
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).
Market
April High Point Market 2022
The High Point furniture market was in full swing this week and it felt like the first market with a semblance of “post…
April High Point Market 2022
The High Point furniture market was in full swing this week and it felt like the first market with a semblance of “post…
Market
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...
Market
As We Prepare for the October 2017 Furniture Market...
This is an exciting time in the market cycle to be entering the High Point Furniture Market. The M&A market is wide open and transactions are happening across our Industry. Prospective Buyers are looking for growth, profitability, and strong management teams. If you need help getting there, we are happy to help. Now may be the time for you to sell!
As We Prepare for the October 2017 Furniture Market...
This is an exciting time in the market cycle to be entering the High Point Furniture Market. The M&A market is wide open and transactions are happening across our Industry. Prospective Buyers are looking for growth, profitability, and strong management teams. If you need help getting there, we are happy to help. Now may be the time for you to sell!
Market
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.
Market
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.
Articles & Publications
Blog: 2021 – change, scale & opportunity
by Bo Stump
Ashley’s recently announced $1 billion capital investment over 18 months is a blockbuster that all of us in the furniture industry should take notice of. It is clear evidence of the need to remain agile, constantly improve and anticipate the numerous seismic changes coming around the next corner.
Blog: 2021 – change, scale & opportunity
Ashley’s recently announced $1 billion capital investment over 18 months is a blockbuster that all of us in the furniture industry should take notice of. It is clear evidence of the need to remain agile, constantly improve and anticipate the numerous seismic changes coming around the next corner.
Articles & Publications
Bo Stump featured in Axial's 2023 Consumer M&A Market Outlook
Bo Stump shares M&A insights in Axial's 2023 Consumer Market Outlook analysis.
Bo Stump featured in Axial's 2023 Consumer M&A Market Outlook
Bo Stump shares M&A insights in Axial's 2023 Consumer Market Outlook analysis.
Deal Announcements
Bolton Furniture is Acquired by Trademark Global, a Portfolio Company of Bertram Capital
Stump & Company (“Stump”) was pleased to initiate this transaction and serve as the exclusive financial advisor to Bolton.
Bolton Furniture is Acquired by Trademark Global, a Portfolio Company of Bertram Capital
Stump & Company (“Stump”) was pleased to initiate this transaction and serve as the exclusive financial advisor to Bolton.
Market
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2021
Our team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY hospitality show at the Javits Center and it was fantastic!
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2021
Our team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY hospitality show at the Javits Center and it was fantastic!
Market
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.
Market
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023
The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at ...
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023
The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at ...
Deal Announcements
Braxton Culler, Inc. is acquired by Classic Home, Inc.
Classic Home, Inc. has acquired 100% of Braxton Culler, Inc with Stump serving as exclusive financial advisor to Braxton Culler.
Braxton Culler, Inc. is acquired by Classic Home, Inc.
Classic Home, Inc. has acquired 100% of Braxton Culler, Inc with Stump serving as exclusive financial advisor to Braxton Culler.
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.
Company News
China Update
by Tim Stump
Our 8-day trip to southern China and Hong Kong was very eye opening. We witnessed this powerful country’s strong infrastructure moves, continuing construction of massive factories and skyscrapers, and hordes of people at every turn.
China Update
Our 8-day trip to southern China and Hong Kong was very eye opening. We witnessed this powerful country’s strong infrastructure moves, continuing construction of massive factories and skyscrapers, and hordes of people at every turn.