Return to Profitability
Bassett Furniture returned to profitability in Q4 2024, after implementing a restructuring plan. Consolidated operating income was $900,000 compared to a loss of $4.5 million in Q4 2023.
Black Friday Sales Success
Retail written sales during the Black Friday promotion were up 25.1% over last year, providing a strong backlog to begin 2025.
E-commerce Growth
E-commerce revenue increased for seven consecutive months through the end of 2024, with order values up 27% annually compared to last year.
Recognition for Custom Upholstery
Bassett was named Best Custom Upholstery Company in the industry in Furniture Today's Annual Reader Survey.
Improved Gross Margins
Consolidated gross margins increased by 230 basis points, primarily due to better margins in the wholesale segment and domestic upholstery manufacturing operation.
Significant Inventory Reduction
Inventory was reduced by more than $8 million on a consolidated basis, with wholesale inventory down $6.5 million.
Exciting Growth in Outdoor Orders
Total outdoor orders grew by 33% in Q4.