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IKEA Under Siege in the Global Furniture War with Amazon, Temu and Online Marketplaces
Once a near-unbeatable force in home goods, IKEA is confronting slowing growth, cost headwinds and a new landscape where consumers demand low prices, convenience and fast delivery. To respond, the Swedish giant is overhauling its strategy, expanding formats, and embracing digital and omnichannel retail as it fights to retain relevance in a marketplace dominated by digital giants like Amazon and Temu.
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission Fines 48 Furniture Companies Over Bid Collusion in Built-In Furniture Contracts
The Korea Fair Trade Commission (FTC) has imposed 25 billion won (≈ US$17.4 million) in fines on 48 South Korean furniture firms for coordinating bids on built-in furniture contracts over nearly a decade, in a major antitrust enforcement action aimed at restoring fair competition in an industry critical to housing construction.
January Sets the Tone: Global Furniture & Design Markets Kickstart the Year with Strong Momentum
As 2026 begins, January’s global exhibition circuit confirms one thing clearly:
The furniture industry is entering the year with confidence, creativity, and a renewed global outlook.
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.
Majesteak Furniture
Majesteak Furniture Malaysia is a premier provider of premium indoor and outdoor teak furniture, offering sustainable, beautifully crafted pieces backed by exceptional service from design to delivery and beyond.
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.
China’s Furniture Trade Shows: Global Opportunities for the Industry & How to Amplify Your Reach
Explore top furniture trade shows in China such as CIFF Guangzhou and Shanghai. Learn how attending transforms sourcing and networking, and how The Furniture Times can amplify your global brand visibility.
