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How to Start a Furniture Business in 2026 — A Step-by-Step Guide
As the global furniture market continues expanding — driven by rising disposable incomes, e-commerce adoption, and evolving interior needs — a detailed, practical guide helps first-time founders map out how to start and grow a furniture business that’s both sustainable and profitable.
Major Furniture Retailer Begins Widespread “Going Out of Business” Sales as Chain Shutters Dozens of Stores
Hundreds of furniture stores in multiple states have launched going-out-of-business sales after the national chain announced it is closing operations. The closures come as part of a broader trend in which traditional furniture retailers face stiff competition from e-commerce platforms, economic headwinds, and shrinking consumer spending on home goods.
Russian Drone and Guided Bomb Attack Damages JYSK Furniture Store in Zaporizhzhia During Major Assault on City
Russian forces targeted a JYSK furniture store in Zaporizhzhia with drones and guided bombs overnight on 1–2 January, damaging the roof, igniting a fire and destroying inventory. No employees were reported injured, and the retailer plans to assess repairs and reopen later this winter.
127-Year-Old Furniture Retail Icon Meiselwitz Furniture Shuts Down Permanently as Owners Retire — No Bankruptcy Filed
Meiselwitz Furniture, one of America’s longest-running independent furniture stores, has revealed that it will close forever after beginning a going-out-of-business sale starting December 26. The fourth-generation owners are retiring, and the business will cease operations with no bankruptcy proceedings.
Service Sector Recovery Provides Boost for French Interiors & Furniture Market Despite Industrial Slowdown
While France’s industrial slowdown reflects broader eurozone tensions and global economic headwinds, the service-led recovery offers a welcome lift for interiors and furniture segments. With retailers, designers, and hospitality clients expected to invest in updated environments, the furniture and décor industries have a chance to capitalize on evolving consumer and business spending patterns.
Retail Insights: Transforming Furniture Retail Through Trends, Visual Merchandising, and the Digital Shift
Explore how retail insights, visual merchandising, and the digital shift are transforming the global furniture industry with innovation and customer experience.
Global Furniture Alert: Major U.S. Chain Files for Bankruptcy & Closes Stores — How It Affects the Industry
In a major shake-up for the global furniture retail scene, American Signature Inc. — the parent company of Value City Furniture — has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and announced the closure of more than 30 stores across the United States.
Global Furniture Retail Chains: Redefining Luxury, Franchise, and Distribution in a Connected World
Discover how global furniture retailers and online stores redefine luxury, franchising, and digital distribution. Join The Furniture Times to go global.
Beyond SEO in Furniture: Why AEO Is the Next Competitive Edge in 2026
In 2026, being visible on search engines is no longer about stuffing keywords — it’s about providing genuine answers, value, clarity, and guidance.
Elevating Outdoor Living: How DECON Designs Is Setting New Standards in Furniture Excellence
Discover how DECON Designs, under founder Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat, is redefining outdoor furniture by blending luxury craftsmanship, sustainable materials and one-stop services — and learn why manufacturers and retailers should pay attention.