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Business Business, New York Execs Remain Optimistic, Expect Focus on Value to Pay Off at NY Market Posted On: 3/20/2026 RugNews.com surveyed key area rug players in the run-up to New York Home Fashions Market and they remain bullish heading to the first major rug show of spring 2026. Business, Designer Floors STARK Opens Luxury Rug Showroom in Charleston, Expands Southeast Presence Posted On: 3/27/2026 STARK to unveil latest showroom in Charleston, South Carolina, with the Charleston Design Center space expected to officially open May 11. Executive Moves Executive Moves, Retail RH Announces Key Appointments of Veronica Schnitzius and David Stanchak Posted On: 3/27/2026 RH announced that Veronica Schnitzius is joining the company as president, chief manufacturing & sourcing officer; and David Stanchak as chief real estate and transformation officer. Executive Moves, Retail Williams-Sonoma Promotes Vicki Mcwilliams to President Of Stores & Customer Care Posted On: 3/17/2026 Williams-Sonoma promotes Vicki McWilliams to president of stores and customer care. Financial Financial, Retail Target Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Earnings Posted On: 3/5/2026 Fourth quarter net sales of $30.5 billion were in line with company expectations. Retail Retail Ernesta Raises $20 Million Series B to Expand Retail Footprint and Technology Platforms for Custom Rugs Posted On: 3/12/2026 Ernesta has raised $20 million in financing and plans to scale to 30 showroom locations nationwide by the end of 2027 and also to further develop its technology platforms, including enhancements to its Trade Portal and improvements to manufacturing and fabrication technology. Retail NRF Forecasts 4.4% Annual Retail Sales Growth with New Economic Model Posted On: 3/18/2026 The National Retail Federation today forecast that retail sales in 2026 will grow by 4.4% over 2025 to $5.6 trillion, with spending outlook remaining bifurcated between higher- and lower-income consumers, with higher-income households driving the majority of growth. Retail Retail Sales Decreased 0.2% in January Posted On: 3/16/2026 Advance monthly retail sales for retail sag in January 2026. Executive Moves, Retail RH Announces Key Appointments of Veronica Schnitzius and David Stanchak Posted On: 3/27/2026 RH announced that Veronica Schnitzius is joining the company as president, chief manufacturing & sourcing officer; and David Stanchak as chief real estate and transformation officer. Financial, Retail Target Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Earnings Posted On: 3/5/2026 Fourth quarter net sales of $30.5 billion were in line with company expectations. Retail Target Ramps Up Store Investments to Fuel New Chapter of Growth Posted On: 3/5/2026 Target to open more than 30 new stores in 2026, with the first seven opening in March. Retail Wayfair Readies Opening for Its Second Large-Format Store in Atlanta Posted On: 3/5/2026 Homer furnishings retailer Wayfair announced that it will open its second large-format Wayfair store in Atlanta. Executive Moves, Retail Williams-Sonoma Promotes Vicki Mcwilliams to President Of Stores & Customer Care Posted On: 3/17/2026 Williams-Sonoma promotes Vicki McWilliams to president of stores and customer care.

Designer Floors Business, Designer Floors STARK Opens Luxury Rug Showroom in Charleston, Expands Southeast Presence Posted On: 3/27/2026 STARK to unveil latest showroom in Charleston, South Carolina, with the Charleston Design Center space expected to officially open May 11.

People High Point, People, Show Events HFA to Celebrate the 2026 Pillar Award Winners at Spring HPMKT Posted On: 3/17/2026 The Home Furnishings Association invites the industry to join it at High Point Market for a special celebration honoring the 2026 HFA Pillar Award winners. People, Show Events Nominations for 37th ARTS Awards Now Open Posted On: 3/31/2026 Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced that nominations are officially open for the 37th ARTS Awards.

Shows High Point High Point, Show News & Business Design Influencers to Post Spring Market Product Finds on Social Media Posted On: 3/10/2026 High Point showroom discoveries will be posted online before and after Market. High Point, Show Events Diversity Advocacy Alliance Announces Two High Point Market Events Posted On: 3/30/2026 Signature ‘Insider Access Experience’ returns in April with expert panel and mentoring. High Point, People, Show Events HFA to Celebrate the 2026 Pillar Award Winners at Spring HPMKT Posted On: 3/17/2026 The Home Furnishings Association invites the industry to join it at High Point Market for a special celebration honoring the 2026 HFA Pillar Award winners. High Point, Show Events, Show News & Business HPMA Announces The Point Programming and Sponsors for Spring Market Posted On: 3/31/2026 Pop-up venue offers education and networking opportunities for High Point Market guests. International International, Show Recap Heimtextil Carpets & Rugs Showcase International Fashion Viewpoint Posted On: 3/17/2026 Leading home textiles event Heimtextil 2026 featured 3,000 exhibitors, with a growing roster of area rug companies presenting their newest introductions across three halls at the winter expo. New York New York, Previews Conrad Home Debuts at NY Market, Showcases Nine New Area Rug Collections Posted On: 3/25/2026 Conrad Home's Jay Dogan unveils newest machine-woven rugs and mats at spring New York Home Fashions Market, marking the company's debut at the spring event. Business, New York Execs Remain Optimistic, Expect Focus on Value to Pay Off at NY Market Posted On: 3/20/2026 RugNews.com surveyed key area rug players in the run-up to New York Home Fashions Market and they remain bullish heading to the first major rug show of spring 2026. New York, Show Recap HRI Expands Focus with Return to Tufted Rugs at NY Home Fashions Market Posted On: 3/25/2026 Harounian Rugs International returns to the hand-tufted category with a range of debuts at New York Home Fashions Market. New York, Previews Rug Companies Push Value-Fashion Intros at Spring NY Market Posted On: 3/20/2026 RugNews.com curates a selection of the latest introductions at New York Home Fashions Market -- all of which feature strong pricing propositions alongside on-trend styles, colors and the latest rug-making techniques. New York, Show Recap Surya Continues to Push the Envelope on its Livabliss Rugs, Scatters & Mats at NY Market Posted On: 3/25/2026 Surya's Livabliss label expands its high-value fashion-driven area rug, scatter and mat assortment for New York Home Textiles mass merchants and big box buyers. Previews New York, Previews Conrad Home Debuts at NY Market, Showcases Nine New Area Rug Collections Posted On: 3/25/2026 Conrad Home's Jay Dogan unveils newest machine-woven rugs and mats at spring New York Home Fashions Market, marking the company's debut at the spring event. New York, Previews Rug Companies Push Value-Fashion Intros at Spring NY Market Posted On: 3/20/2026 RugNews.com curates a selection of the latest introductions at New York Home Fashions Market -- all of which feature strong pricing propositions alongside on-trend styles, colors and the latest rug-making techniques. Show Events High Point, Show Events Diversity Advocacy Alliance Announces Two High Point Market Events Posted On: 3/30/2026 Signature ‘Insider Access Experience’ returns in April with expert panel and mentoring. High Point, People, Show Events HFA to Celebrate the 2026 Pillar Award Winners at Spring HPMKT Posted On: 3/17/2026 The Home Furnishings Association invites the industry to join it at High Point Market for a special celebration honoring the 2026 HFA Pillar Award winners. High Point, Show Events, Show News & Business HPMA Announces The Point Programming and Sponsors for Spring Market Posted On: 3/31/2026 Pop-up venue offers education and networking opportunities for High Point Market guests. People, Show Events Nominations for 37th ARTS Awards Now Open Posted On: 3/31/2026 Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced that nominations are officially open for the 37th ARTS Awards. Show News & Business High Point, Show News & Business Design Influencers to Post Spring Market Product Finds on Social Media Posted On: 3/10/2026 High Point showroom discoveries will be posted online before and after Market. Show News & Business HPMA Announces New Look for The Point at Spring Market Posted On: 3/5/2026 Interior refresh courtesy of designer Jessica Duce and exhibitor-sponsors. High Point, Show Events, Show News & Business HPMA Announces The Point Programming and Sponsors for Spring Market Posted On: 3/31/2026 Pop-up venue offers education and networking opportunities for High Point Market guests. Show Recap International, Show Recap Heimtextil Carpets & Rugs Showcase International Fashion Viewpoint Posted On: 3/17/2026 Leading home textiles event Heimtextil 2026 featured 3,000 exhibitors, with a growing roster of area rug companies presenting their newest introductions across three halls at the winter expo. New York, Show Recap HRI Expands Focus with Return to Tufted Rugs at NY Home Fashions Market Posted On: 3/25/2026 Harounian Rugs International returns to the hand-tufted category with a range of debuts at New York Home Fashions Market. New York, Show Recap Surya Continues to Push the Envelope on its Livabliss Rugs, Scatters & Mats at NY Market Posted On: 3/25/2026 Surya's Livabliss label expands its high-value fashion-driven area rug, scatter and mat assortment for New York Home Textiles mass merchants and big box buyers.