Furniture Manufacturing
http://www.firstresearch.com
Profiles cover key aspects of an industry's size, scope, and operations, recent news and developments,
industry trends, risks, and opportunities, and include a five-year industry forecast. Profiles are
updated quarterly and include:
Business and Institutional Manufacturer's Association
The U.S. Office Furniture Market
http://www.bifma.com/statistics/index.html
Historical statistics and projections. Available free online.
American Home Furnishings Alliance
Quarterly Financial Performances Indicators Report
http://www.ahfa.us/members/resources.asp#annualfinancial
Quarterly survey of shipments, inventory, and receivables for wood and upholstered household furniture.
Aktrin Furniture Information Center
Information resources available from this organization include:
Indicators for the Household Furniture / Office Furniture Markets
http://www.furniture-info.com/200-stats.htm
Statistical bulletins covering market demand.
Market Studies
http://www.furniture-info.com/100-books_details.htm
Market studies available for household furniture, office and institutional furniture, bedding,
mattress, and sleep products, cabinet and millwork industry, and lighting and accessories.
Household Furniture Manufacturing
(33712)
Office Furniture Manufacturing
(33721)
Reports provide in-depth industry analysis and a five-year industry forecast, with special focus on
the underlying structure and the external forces and relationships that affect an industry. Report
sections include:
Hardwood Publishing
Hardwood Industry Annual Forecast
http://www.hardwoodreview.com/
Annual publication includes detailed forecasts of business conditions for sawmills and all major hardwood
market sectors, including the kitchen cabinet industry, distribution yards, flooring, furniture, low-grade
markets (railroad ties, pallets, and industrial and specialty products), moulding and millwork, wood
components, and international markets. Contact publisher for more information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Woodworkers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos237.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Industry Market Research Reports
http://www.marketresearch.com
In-depth business market research reports include information on market size and market segmentation;
marketing strategy; product and market forecasts; business trends, risks, and opportunities; key participant
profiles; market share data; and more. Summary abstract and detailed table of contents for each market
research report is accessible free online.
Industry Market Research Analysis
http://www.bizminer.com
Industry statistics include market size and market share by sales class and segment, number of companies,
annual sales and sales trends, sales per employee, staffing and employment trends, business start
up activity and failure rates, and other business statistics on a national, state, and metropolitan
area level. Sample market report can be viewed free online.
More Industry Research and Analysis
For more business research and analysis available from Standard & Poor's, Freedonia, Euromonitor,
Dun & Bradstreet, and other sources—including key business statistics, market research and analysis,
and business trends and forecasts for a wide range of industries, see
Industry Overview, Issues, Trends, and Outlook.
Industry Financial Ratios
http://www.bizminer.com
Five-year comparative financial analysis includes income statements with expense detail, balance sheets,
cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios. Financial statements and ratios are available
by sales size range for all firms, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start
up versions. Sample financial report can be viewed free online.
American Home Furnishings Alliance
Annual Financial Performance Indicators Report
http://www.ahfa.us/members/resources.asp#annualfinancial
Survey data includes current and historical income statements, balance sheets, and financial
and operating ratios, with benchmark data categorized by product and company size. Available to member
participants only.
Aktrin Furniture Information Center
Financial Health of the American Furniture Industry
http://www.furniture-info.com/100-books_details.htm
The study deals with the revenue and cost structure of the furniture industry. Findings are segregated
by industry segment, company size, and region.
More Industry Financial Analysis
For more business financial information and analysis available from Integra Information, RMA Annual Financial Statement Studies, and other sources—including financial statements, financial ratios, and other key performance indicators and benchmarks for a wide range of industries, see Industry Financial Information and Financial Ratios.
American Home Furnishings Alliance
Employee and Benefit Surveys
http://www.ahfa.us/members/resources.asp#annualfinancial
Surveys include the Management Salary Survey, Manufacturers Benefits Survey, and Sales Reps Compensation
Survey. Available to member participants only.
Aktrin Furniture Information Center
Labor, Wages, and Training Studies
http://www.furniture-info.com/100-books_details.htm
See individual titles for more detail.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Woodworkers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos237.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Officer Compensation ExpenseSee "
BizMiner Industry Financial Ratios" above for report including this data.
Five-year comparative financial analysis details officer compensation expense in both dollars and as a percentage of sales. Available by sales size range for all firms, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start up versions. Sample financial reports can be viewed free online.
More Compensation and Salary Data
For more compensation and salary survey data available from ERI Economic Research Institute, PayScale, Salary.com, and other sources—including average salary, salary range, incentive compensation, and employee benefits
information for a wide range of jobs and industries, see Compensation and Salary Surveys.
Small
Business Valuation Formula Multiples
Furniture Manufacturers
http://valuationresources.com/Misc/ValuationMultiples.htm
Report provides small business valuation formula multiples for furniture manufacturers and more than
190 other industries. Valuation multiples are derived from market transactions as reported by BIZCOMPS®,
with the primary focus on small companies priced at less than $1 million.
BVMarketData
Private Company Sales Transactions Databases
Pratt's Stats® http://www.bvmarketdata.com/PSAdvSearch.asp
BIZCOMPS® http://www.bvmarketdata.com/BIZAdvSearch.asp
Free "Visitor Search" allows users to search thousands of private company sales transactions by SIC Code, NAICS Code, or business description for comparable business sale transaction data, including revenue, earnings, and EBITDA multiples. Data can be purchased as a single report or by subscription.
More Business Sale Transaction Data
For more business sale transaction data available from BizBuySell®, Done Deals, MergerStat, Public Stats™, and other sources for a wide range of industries, see Business Valuation Multiples and Merger & Acquisition Transaction Data.
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