Greg Smith MP (Conservative, Mid Buckinghamshire) has been elected as the new chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Furniture Industry Group (APPFIG),…
According to BRC-Sensormatic data, total UK retail footfall decreased by 4.7% in October (YoY), down from -2.9% in September. High street footfall…
The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) is introducing new design-focused experiences and growing its pull across international markets as…
In the 13 weeks to 31st October, full-price sales at Next were up +8.1% YoY, £33m ahead of the retailer's guidance of +5.8% for H2. All of the sales…
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Greg Smith MP (Conservative, Mid Buckinghamshire) has been elected as the new chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Furniture Industry Group (APPFIG),…
According to BRC-Sensormatic data, total UK retail footfall decreased by 4.7% in October (YoY), down from -2.9% in September. High street footfall…
In the 13 weeks to 31st October, full-price sales at Next were up +8.1% YoY, £33m ahead of the retailer's guidance of +5.8% for H2. All of the sales…
Wayfair Inc has shared its financial results for its Q3 ended September 30th, 2026. Total net revenue was up 9.7% YoY to $3.4b – of that, US net…
The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) is introducing new design-focused experiences and growing its pull across international markets as…
Buyer registration is now officially open for INDX Furniture, taking place from 23rd-26th January 2027 (day 1 reserved exclusively for AIS members),…
Brussels Furniture Fair returns to Brussels Expo, Heysel from 8-11th November, and is inviting visitors to see the event not merely as a trade fair…
The upcoming INDX Furniture show, organised by buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) will take place from 23rd-26th January at Cranmore…
Independent retailers are stronger together – and, for 50 years, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has been bringing independent retailers…
For premium furniture manufacturer Home Spirit, every metre of linen matters, writes cutting technology specialist Lectra …
Female-founded furniture brand French Bedroom is celebrating two decades in business, "remaining self-funded and independent while championing…
Family-run rug specialist Think Rugs is celebrating 30 years in business, marking three decades of growth from a small family start-up into a modern…
MD Dominic Reynolds started out in the industry nearly 50 years ago, and has spent 45 of them in the family retail business in Bognor Regis, selling…
Reaching the 50-year milestone is certainly cause for celebration – but rather than dwelling on the past, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is keen…
Buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) believes that suppliers are the backbone of the independent retail sector, and it works closely with…
Associated Independent Stores (AIS) may have turned 50, but some of its Member businesses are much, much older – and it’s telling how relevant the…
Search data is usually left with marketing – but Peter Hall, director of Manchester-based digital marketing agency Perpetual10, says it belongs in…
The kitchen is increasingly expected to support far more than food preparation – and for furniture retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and interior…
Fitted furniture versus the freestanding alternatives? It is a decision that many deliberate when designing their homes. For Cari Bateman, senior…
Messe Frankfurt is taking its latest trend forecast beyond the confines of its Frankfurt exhibition grounds, bringing the Ambiente Trends 26+ to…
Made-to-order (MTO) upholstery gives buyers control over the details that determine whether a sofa works in practice – its dimensions, configuration,…
Wren is expanding beyond kitchens and bedrooms with its new Living collection, introducing fitted media walls, alcove storage, bookshelves,…
Hearst UK has launched a new Harper’s Bazaar UK licensing partnership with Sofas & Stuff. The collection features Harper’s Bazaar UK-inspired…
Snap Finance UK and Simba Sleep’s partnership demonstrates how inclusive, multi-lender retail credit strategies can unlock a significant sales boost,…
