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Warren Shoulberg

Warren Shoulberg knows home furnishings. He has been a regular contributor to The Robin Report, Forbes.com, The Business of Home and Home Textiles Today as well as his own blog Warrensreport.com. As the former editor-in-chief for several leading business-to-business publications specializing in home furnishings retailing he has chronicled the good, the bad and the ugly of the business in a career spanning four decades.

His award winning commentaries elicit both praise and complaints. He welcomes them both equally. He has guest lectured at the Columbia University Graduate School of Business and been honored by the International Furnishings and Design Association, Gift for Life and the Fashion Institute of Technology. He has been cited by the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, the Washington Post, CNN, ABC News and other media as an expert in the field.

He expects to be doing this for the duration.

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The Eddie Lampert Kmart Saga: How One Man Brought Down a Giant

Learn more about the Eddie Lampert Kmart saga and how the decline resulted in the end of a once-prominent retail legacy.
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Three New Chinese Brands That Should Worry You

New Chinese brands like Boox, Narwal, and Laifen are challenging U.S. companies, signaling a shift from cheap knock-offs to serious competition.
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Untailing: The Latest in Sales Prevention

"Untailing" is a retail trend of using restrictive measures like appointment-only access to curb theft, highlighting the need for better solutions.
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Primark

Primark Is Coming to the U.S., Big-Time

Primark, famed for its ultra-low-cost approach, is rapidly expanding in the U.S., posing a significant challenge to established brands like H&M and Zara.
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Saks

Saks + Neiman’s, Better Than the Sum of Their Parts?

Richard Baker bids $2.65B to acquire Neiman Marcus, aiming for a Saks Fifth Avenue synergy in luxury retail.
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Home Depot

Home Depot and Lowe’s Target the Pros

Home Depot and Lowe's are focusing on professional builders and contractors to boost revenue while still serving DIY customers in today's market.
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Why American Production Is Still Stuck Offshore

Despite pandemics and political tensions, U.S. manufacturing hasn't rebounded. Learn more about the tough road ahead for American production.
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Wayfair Store

Field Report: The New Wayfair Store

The Wayfair Store in Wilmette, IL marks its serious foray into physical retail, hinting at an omnichannel future for the home furnishings sector.
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