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The Stump team attends furniture and design markets globally, interviewing hundreds of CEOs, annually. They consistently engage deeply with strategic buyers, private equity firms and family offices to identify the next generation of investors for the furniture industry. The Stump teams’ demonstrated levels of knowledge and experience in the marketplace is unparalleled.
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2024 Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team spent three days at the World Market Center in Las Vegas, and it was the best its...
2024 Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team spent three days at the World Market Center in Las Vegas, and it was the best its...
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2025 Vegas Market Recap
Recap of the Vegas furniture market with business insights, trends, and M&A forecasting from the Stump team.
2025 Vegas Market Recap
Recap of the Vegas furniture market with business insights, trends, and M&A forecasting from the Stump team.
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A Choppy, Disruptive Market: High Point Fall Market 2024
M&A insights, business trends and a recap of the October High Point Market from the Stump team.
A Choppy, Disruptive Market: High Point Fall Market 2024
M&A insights, business trends and a recap of the October High Point Market from the Stump team.
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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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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…
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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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April High Point Market 2024
The Stump team made their rounds at the bi-annual High Point Furniture Market this week along with 80,000 ...
April High Point Market 2024
The Stump team made their rounds at the bi-annual High Point Furniture Market this week along with 80,000 ...
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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!
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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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BDNY 2024 Recap
M&A insights, business trends and a recap of the BDNY Market from the Stump team.
BDNY 2024 Recap
M&A insights, business trends and a recap of the BDNY Market from the Stump team.
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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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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!
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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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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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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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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.
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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 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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HD Vegas Recap 2024
The Stump team enjoyed several days in Las Vegas for the annual hospitality show, HD Vegas...
HD Vegas Recap 2024
The Stump team enjoyed several days in Las Vegas for the annual hospitality show, HD Vegas...