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April 15, 2021
In Las Vegas this week, a tale of two Markets
Las Vegas Market saw a surge in attendees and home and gift buying—but representation from furniture brands was down. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg unpacks how supply chain delays are impacting the latest trade show.
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April 1, 2021
At Home’s stunning pandemic comeback, explained
A year ago, big-box retailer At Home’s stock was trading for $2 a share—now, it’s 10 times that amount. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg explains how the brand made a comeback that’s remarkable even for pandemic times.
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March 25, 2021
Taking the temperature of the home textiles market
This month’s Home Textiles Week marks two years since the textile sector’s last in-person market. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg reports on the virtual event’s top takeaways—and which parts of the landscape remain unknown.
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March 18, 2021
10 reasons Williams-Sonoma is set to make 2021 a home run
A day after Williams-Sonoma announced positive fourth-quarter and fiscal year earnings, its stock jumped 20 percent. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg explains why the retailer’s outlook is bright.
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March 11, 2021
When old brands go to new places
As two major retailers make moves to refresh their home furnishings assortments with repurposed brand names, Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg explains why these nameplates matter—and why, in many ways, they don’t.
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March 10, 2021
Chip and Joanna Gaines built a Magnolia Disneyland. What’s it like?
The ‘Fixer Upper’ stars recently debuted a massive expansion of their Magnolia Market. Warren Shoulberg takes a trip to Waco, Texas, to explore the all-encompassing experiential retail complex. He explains why the concept is a brilliantly unique one—and what other brands can learn from it.
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March 4, 2021
Bed Bath & Beyond leans into in-house brands
Bed Bath & Beyond announced a new merchandising strategy that will see the brand launching eight new labels in 2021, with more to follow through 2024. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg reports on what consumers can expect.
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February 25, 2021
Macy’s revenue shows an uptick, thanks to home sector sales
Macy’s released its fourth-quarter and 2020 fiscal results, including the first quarterly profit in more than a year. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg reports on how home sales are boosting the brand’s bottom line.
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February 18, 2021
Is Williams-Sonoma the best-positioned retailer in home?
Many home retailers are thriving right now, but Williams-Sonoma is in an especially sweet spot to ride out changes in consumer spending patterns. Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg explores how the brand got here.
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