Kathryn Greene

I’m the retail editor of Home News Now and Bedding News Now. After major shopping holidays for the furnishings industry (Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.), I write recaps on how they went at retailers across the U.S. Whether you sell furniture, bedding, or both, I’d love to hear from retailers of all sizes from independents to chains. 1. How did your July 4th weekend sales compare with July 4th 2025? * Up, down or flat? * By approximately what percentage? 2. Which product categories performed best during the holiday period? * For example: upholstery, bedroom, dining, mattresses, motion furniture, etc. 3. What price points resonated most with shoppers this July 4th? * Were consumers gravitating toward entry-level, mid-priced or premium products? * Any notable shifts from last year? 4. How would you describe customer traffic and conversion rates over the weekend? 5. What factors do you believe influenced your July 4th? results? * Promotions, financing offers, tariffs and pricing concerns, consumer confidence, housing activity, weather, etc. 6. What does July 4th? tell you about consumer demand heading into the summer selling season?