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Magnuson: SGI acquisition of L&P would be ‘devastating blow’ 

GoodBed CEO Mike Magnuson says bedding manufacturers, retailers and consumers would be the losers if…

Consolidation poses problems, bedding leaders say

Industry leaders, responding to Somnigroup International’s bold bid to acquire major supplier Leggett & Platt,…

Thompson sees ‘shared growth’ with SGI’s L&P bid

The chairman of Somnigroup International says his company’s proposed acquisition of leading supplier Leggett &…

Analyst: Somnigroup has leverage in L&P acquisition bid 

Somnigroup International wields significant leverage in its blockbuster proposal to acquire industry supplier Leggett &…

Paramount takes deep dive with RSAs

A deep dive by retail sales associates hosted by Paramount Sleep found shaky consumer confidence,…

ISPA aims for growth with new membership model

In an aggressive bid for growth, the International Sleep Products Association has unveiled a new…

SGI discloses 25% stake in Kingsdown, sees Matt Firm growth

Somnigroup International disclosed that it has acquired a 25% stake in Kingsdown, a move that…

Market opens window on 2026 bedding prospects

A window opened for me at the recent High Point Market, giving me a clear…

Mattress parties attract marketgoers

The social scene was active in mattress showrooms across the High Point Market. Bedding retailers,…

In dramatic High Point return, Kingsdown aims for paradise 

Bedding major Kingsdown has a relaxing goal for its new Margaritaville mattresses: Bring paradise to…