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Based in Charlotte, Stump & Company has grown into a global firm with deep experience facilitating and advising M&A transactions across numerous related industries, including Home Furnishings & Décor, Manufacturing, Direct-To-Consumer & E-Commerce, Showrooms & Real Estate, and Family Businesses.
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Recent M&A Transactions
The Stump team is looking forward to what they believe will be an improving M&A environment in 2024...
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Recent M&A Transactions
The Stump team is looking forward to what they believe will be an improving M&A environment in 2024...
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Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
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Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
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2022: A Year of M&A in Review
As Stump’s 50th year in business comes to a close, we're reflecting on all of the home furnishings transactions we completed this year, and also looking ahead to what that means for the year ahead.
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2022: A Year of M&A in Review
As Stump’s 50th year in business comes to a close, we're reflecting on all of the home furnishings transactions we completed this year, and also looking ahead to what that means for the year ahead.
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Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
by Bo Stump
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
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Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
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Reflections on Stump & Company’s 50 years in the industry
by Tim Stump
Tim Stump reflects on the company his father created and the impact it has had on the furniture business. Originally published in Home News Now.
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Reflections on Stump & Company’s 50 years in the industry
Tim Stump reflects on the company his father created and the impact it has had on the furniture business. Originally published in Home News Now.
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Stump & Company Celebrates 50th Year Anniversary
Started by Ralph Stump in 1972, Stump & Company celebrates its 50th year in business with a new website and brand.
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Stump & Company Celebrates 50th Year Anniversary
Started by Ralph Stump in 1972, Stump & Company celebrates its 50th year in business with a new website and brand.
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Q1 2021 Update
The Stump team had a strong Q1 performance as the home furnishing industry continued its own impressive growth trends.
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Q1 2021 Update
The Stump team had a strong Q1 performance as the home furnishing industry continued its own impressive growth trends.
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July 2020 Newsletter
We are now entering Month 6 of the COVID crisis; while no immediate solution appears imminent at the time of this writing, we remain optimistic a vaccine and/or effective treatment will arise in the coming months and help us beat back the virus.
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July 2020 Newsletter
We are now entering Month 6 of the COVID crisis; while no immediate solution appears imminent at the time of this writing, we remain optimistic a vaccine and/or effective treatment will arise in the coming months and help us beat back the virus.
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Stuart Stump Mullens named in 40 under 40
Home Furnishings Business includes Stuart Stump Mullens, 31, in their Forty Under 40 list.
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Stuart Stump Mullens named in 40 under 40
Home Furnishings Business includes Stuart Stump Mullens, 31, in their Forty Under 40 list.
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2018 Furniture Industry Reviewed - 2019: A look ahead
The global furniture industry remains strong and has exhibited a multi-year growth trend. Consumer confidence, availability of disposable income for discretionary furniture purchases, and a generally strong stock market continue to drive positive industry performance.
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2018 Furniture Industry Reviewed - 2019: A look ahead
The global furniture industry remains strong and has exhibited a multi-year growth trend. Consumer confidence, availability of disposable income for discretionary furniture purchases, and a generally strong stock market continue to drive positive industry performance.
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China Update
by Tim Stump
Our 8-day trip to southern China and Hong Kong was very eye opening. We witnessed this powerful country’s strong infrastructure moves, continuing construction of massive factories and skyscrapers, and hordes of people at every turn.
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China Update
Our 8-day trip to southern China and Hong Kong was very eye opening. We witnessed this powerful country’s strong infrastructure moves, continuing construction of massive factories and skyscrapers, and hordes of people at every turn.
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2017 in Review & 2018 in Preview
The 2017 M&A climate was robust, at levels not seen since before the 2008 crash. This meant a terrific year in furniture acquisitions and for Stump & Company.
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2017 in Review & 2018 in Preview
The 2017 M&A climate was robust, at levels not seen since before the 2008 crash. This meant a terrific year in furniture acquisitions and for Stump & Company.
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Stuart Elizabeth Mullens Joins Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens, granddaughter of two Furniture Hall of Fame nominees, Ralph Stump and Stuart Love, recently joined furniture industry mergers and acquisition leader Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal.
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Stuart Elizabeth Mullens Joins Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens, granddaughter of two Furniture Hall of Fame nominees, Ralph Stump and Stuart Love, recently joined furniture industry mergers and acquisition leader Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal.
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M&A Briefing: Quarter 1, 2015
For the furniture industry, spring marks the beginning of a fantastic run of markets: Southeast Asian markets, April High Point, HD-Vegas in May and Neocon-Chicago in June. Huge times for all sectors of the furniture industry to see customers, present new products and to advance their strategic vision.
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M&A Briefing: Quarter 1, 2015
For the furniture industry, spring marks the beginning of a fantastic run of markets: Southeast Asian markets, April High Point, HD-Vegas in May and Neocon-Chicago in June. Huge times for all sectors of the furniture industry to see customers, present new products and to advance their strategic vision.