As we start Q3, let us take a moment to see what it takes to become a top-performing store.

 

Despite this June having less foot traffic than last year, both the furniture and mattress industry saw significant increases to their average ticket in June 2022.

 

This week we take a look at the top 20% of stores with the highest conversion rates in both the furniture and mattress industry to see how June played out.

THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS

  • June in the furniture industry: The highs and lows for the furniture industry to end Q2.
  • June in the mattress industry: How the mattress industry increased average ticket by 16%
  • Q1 Benchmark Report: Click HERE to download the report.

FOOT TRAFFIC INDEX

Here’s a look at last week’s foot traffic compared to the same time last year.

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Week 26 Retail Foot traffic 2022

FOOT TRAFFIC TRENDS

Industry insights so you can convert your foot traffic into more sales.

June 2022: Furniture industry

June 2022 furniture industry performance metrics

June 2022: Mattress industry

June 2022 mattress industry performance metrics

Retail Snippets

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Retail hacks: The top 10 trends driving retail growth.

 

Report: Virtual world shopping is not the metaverse.

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