Javits Center
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.
Javits Center

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.
Javits Center
Market

Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023

The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at the Javits Center. Read our recap and analysis of home furnishings industry trends.
Javits Center

Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023

The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at the Javits Center. Read our recap and analysis of home furnishings industry trends.
Braxton Culler
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

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.
Classic Leather acquired by Rock House Farm parent of Century Furniture
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.
Classic Leather acquired by Rock House Farm parent of Century Furniture

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.
Stump Companies
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.
Stump Companies

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.
Stump & Company
Articles & Publications

Confronted with supply chain pressures

by Bo Stump
“Never let a good crisis go to waste” is a famous quote often attributed to Rahm Emmanuel, but in reality it was first said by Winston Churchill (and we assume by many other less-famous individuals in the past).
Stump & Company

Confronted with supply chain pressures

“Never let a good crisis go to waste” is a famous quote often attributed to Rahm Emmanuel, but in reality it was first said by Winston Churchill (and we assume by many other less-famous individuals in the past).
albanypark_edloefinch_exemplis
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.
albanypark_edloefinch_exemplis

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.
Fall High Point Market - October 2015
Market

Fall High Point Market - October 2015

Stump & Company love the High Point Market in the fall when the weather is clear and cool, and this year we got a perfect Chamber of Commerce commercial: blue skies, calm winds and nice temperatures. Also we had strong attendance, good buying attitudes and no stock market crash.

Fall High Point Market - October 2015

Stump & Company love the High Point Market in the fall when the weather is clear and cool, and this year we got a perfect Chamber of Commerce commercial: blue skies, calm winds and nice temperatures. Also we had strong attendance, good buying attitudes and no stock market crash.
Fall High Point Market - October 2016
Market

Fall High Point Market - October 2016

The M&A environment remains open and brisk. The announcement of Lee’s sale to American Leather indicates that the market is indeed open for business. Activity and strengthening of good companies is positive news for the entire industry.

Fall High Point Market - October 2016

The M&A environment remains open and brisk. The announcement of Lee’s sale to American Leather indicates that the market is indeed open for business. Activity and strengthening of good companies is positive news for the entire industry.
HP Furniture Market Fall 2018
Market

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.
HP Furniture Market Fall 2018

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.
High Point 2017
Market

Fall High Point Market Recap

Our team worked the halls of the High Point market for 6 days and were pleased with the attendance, energy, and optimism. Most clients told us that total visits were probably 40-50% below pre-covid levels, but much better than expected.
High Point 2017

Fall High Point Market Recap

Our team worked the halls of the High Point market for 6 days and were pleased with the attendance, energy, and optimism. Most clients told us that total visits were probably 40-50% below pre-covid levels, but much better than expected.
Stump team at Orgatec Fair
Market

Fall Updates & Orgatec Fair

The Stump team visits Cologne, Germany for the Orgatec Fair and shares M&A forecasts, home furnishings trends and business insights.
Stump team at Orgatec Fair

Fall Updates & Orgatec Fair

The Stump team visits Cologne, Germany for the Orgatec Fair and shares M&A forecasts, home furnishings trends and business insights.
Fellowes Brands Acquires Trendway Corporation
Deal Announcements

Fellowes Brands Acquires Trendway Corporation

The Stump team is proud to have exclusively represented the selling shareholders in the August 13, 2019 acquisition of Trendway Corporation to Fellowes Brands, a global leader in business products since 1917.

Fellowes Brands Acquires Trendway Corporation

The Stump team is proud to have exclusively represented the selling shareholders in the August 13, 2019 acquisition of Trendway Corporation to Fellowes Brands, a global leader in business products since 1917.
Stump team member
Articles & Publications

Four factors feeding record furniture sales

by Stuart Stump Mullens
In their latest earnings reports, many home furnishing retailers are reporting record-breaking quarters. This is a historical anomaly for the industry — to be leading the charge out of a recession (though a welcome one). We see four primary influences driving these results, some that should continue as tailwinds to the industry and others that are helpful in the moment but will likely abate with time
Stump team member

Four factors feeding record furniture sales

In their latest earnings reports, many home furnishing retailers are reporting record-breaking quarters. This is a historical anomaly for the industry — to be leading the charge out of a recession (though a welcome one). We see four primary influences driving these results, some that should continue as tailwinds to the industry and others that are helpful in the moment but will likely abate with time
Braxton Culler
Deal Announcements

Furniture Today: Classic Home acquires Braxton Culler

Charlotte, N.C.-based Stump & Company, a boutique investment bank to the furniture industry, served as the exclusive advisor to Braxton Culler Inc. and its selling shareholders.
Braxton Culler

Furniture Today: Classic Home acquires Braxton Culler

Charlotte, N.C.-based Stump & Company, a boutique investment bank to the furniture industry, served as the exclusive advisor to Braxton Culler Inc. and its selling shareholders.
GigaCloud & Noble House deal
Deal Announcements

GigaCloud Technology Inc Acquires Noble House

Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Noble House to GigaCloud Technology Inc with Stump serving as exclusive financial advisor to GigaCloud.
GigaCloud & Noble House deal

GigaCloud Technology Inc Acquires Noble House

Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Noble House to GigaCloud Technology Inc with Stump serving as exclusive financial advisor to GigaCloud.
Grand Basket acquired by ZCP's Twin Star Home
Deal Announcements

Grand Basket Acquired by ZCG's Twin Star Home

Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Grand Basket to Twin Star Home, a portfolio company of Z Capital Partners, LLC. Stump's M&A team initiated this transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Grand Basket.
Grand Basket acquired by ZCP's Twin Star Home

Grand Basket Acquired by ZCG's Twin Star Home

Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Grand Basket to Twin Star Home, a portfolio company of Z Capital Partners, LLC. Stump's M&A team initiated this transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Grand Basket.
Mandalay Bay
Market

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.
Mandalay Bay

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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Market

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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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 Market Update - May 2016
Market

HD Vegas Market Update - May 2016

The Stump & Company team feels the merger market remains vibrant with a strong balance of buyers and sellers. One public announcement in particular is worth noting: LacquerCraft's purchase of Grand Manor is a signal that the market is open, and indicates the attractiveness of domestic upholstery.

HD Vegas Market Update - May 2016

The Stump & Company team feels the merger market remains vibrant with a strong balance of buyers and sellers. One public announcement in particular is worth noting: LacquerCraft's purchase of Grand Manor is a signal that the market is open, and indicates the attractiveness of domestic upholstery.
HD Expo
Market

HD Vegas Market Update - May 2017

The M&A environment remains upbeat, and we see a compelling balance of buyers and sellers. There are strong strategic buyers that are interested in growth and diversification of products. Private equity companies have invested in the space, which indicates that there is, likely, additional investment to follow.
HD Expo

HD Vegas Market Update - May 2017

The M&A environment remains upbeat, and we see a compelling balance of buyers and sellers. There are strong strategic buyers that are interested in growth and diversification of products. Private equity companies have invested in the space, which indicates that there is, likely, additional investment to follow.
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Market

HD Vegas Recap 2024

The Stump team enjoyed several days in Las Vegas for the annual hospitality show, HD Vegas...
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HD Vegas Recap 2024

The Stump team enjoyed several days in Las Vegas for the annual hospitality show, HD Vegas...
Handy Living deal
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 deal

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.
High Point 2017
Market

High Point - Confidence, Energy, Strong Capital Flow

The attitude among high-end companies in particular was upbeat. The CEOs we spoke with were enjoying robust traffic and business in this strong economic climate.
High Point 2017

High Point - Confidence, Energy, Strong Capital Flow

The attitude among high-end companies in particular was upbeat. The CEOs we spoke with were enjoying robust traffic and business in this strong economic climate.