Arcadia, Wisconsin-based Ashley Furniture Industries, the world's largest furniture manufacturer, has announced it is permanently closing its furniture manufacturing facility in Mesquite, Texas, as it consolidates its manufacturing footprint.
The closure will impact 266 employees, effective May 7, 2026.
According to published reports, "The decision comes amid ongoing challenges across the furniture and home furnishings sector, where demand has weakened following a post-pandemic surge. A sluggish housing market, rising costs and new tariffs on materials and upholstered furniture have further pressured the industry. Ashley's move reflects a wider trend of restructuring across the sector, with other major players also closing facilities and adjusting operations in response to declining sales and shifting market conditions."
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