Furniture Sales Slide Continues in February

Fourth consecutive month of declining sales for the furniture and home furnishings category

Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:35pm

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The Department of Commerce's advance monthly retail sales estimates showed the furniture and home furnishings category had a lackluster performance in February, marking the fourth consecutive month of declining sales. Brick-and-mortar sales in the category fell 5.6% compared to February 2025, while overall retail sales increased 3.7% year-over-year.

Why it matters

The ongoing slide in furniture sales is concerning for the industry, which has faced headwinds from factors like supply chain disruptions, inflation, and shifting consumer spending patterns. This data suggests the category is continuing to struggle to regain momentum, even with the traditional boost from Presidents Day sales.

The details

The advance monthly retail sales report showed the furniture and home furnishings category had $10.893 billion in brick-and-mortar sales in February, a 5.6% decline from the adjusted $11.54 billion in February 2025. The category also fell short of January 2026's $10.998 billion in sales. Through the first two months of 2026, the furniture and home furnishings category has recorded $19.87 billion in unadjusted sales, 4.8% behind the same period in 2025.

  • The Department of Commerce's advance monthly retail sales estimates for February 2026 were released on April 1, 2026.
  • February 2026 marked the fourth consecutive month of declining sales for the furniture and home furnishings category.

The players

Department of Commerce

The U.S. government agency responsible for collecting and publishing economic data, including the monthly retail sales report.

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The takeaway

The continued slide in furniture sales highlights the ongoing challenges facing the industry, including supply chain disruptions, inflation, and shifting consumer spending patterns. Furniture retailers will need to closely monitor the data and adapt their strategies to regain momentum in the category.