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Our team frequently contributes to industry publications offering analysis and insight on emerging trends in the global home furnishings marketplace. Stump consistently engages with strategic buyers, private equity firms and family offices to identify the next generation of investors for the furniture industry. The Stump team's demonstrated levels of knowledge and experience in the marketplace is unparalleled.
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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.
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The E-Commerce Revolution
by Stuart Stump Mullens
COVID-19 has perhaps accelerated the adoption of online consumer purchasing by 10 years. The massive growth rates in 2020 of some of the largest e-commerce platforms selling furniture are staggering
The E-Commerce Revolution
COVID-19 has perhaps accelerated the adoption of online consumer purchasing by 10 years. The massive growth rates in 2020 of some of the largest e-commerce platforms selling furniture are staggering
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Twin Star Home Acquires Third Outdoor Products Producer
Twin Star Home acquires Grand Basket to grow its outdoor lineup; Stump & Co. represented the seller in the deal.
Twin Star Home Acquires Third Outdoor Products Producer
Twin Star Home acquires Grand Basket to grow its outdoor lineup; Stump & Co. represented the seller in the deal.
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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?
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What’s all the fuss about Mexico?
by Tim Stump
So, our team traveled to Tijuana to check it out in a (almost) post-Covid world. And here’s what we learned.
What’s all the fuss about Mexico?
So, our team traveled to Tijuana to check it out in a (almost) post-Covid world. And here’s what we learned.
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Who is Making Your Furniture?
by Stuart Stump Mullens
Stuart Stump Mullens explores how India and Mexico are emerging as key players in global furniture sourcing as the industry shifts beyond China and Vietnam.
Who is Making Your Furniture?
Stuart Stump Mullens explores how India and Mexico are emerging as key players in global furniture sourcing as the industry shifts beyond China and Vietnam.
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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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Why is furniture hot right now?
by Stuart Stump Mullens
Our residential furnishings industry is enjoying a surge in demand, and a lot of people don’t understand why (and wonder if it is here to stay). Here’s our take on it.
Why is furniture hot right now?
Our residential furnishings industry is enjoying a surge in demand, and a lot of people don’t understand why (and wonder if it is here to stay). Here’s our take on it.
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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?