GITNUXREPORT 2026

Home Furniture Industry Statistics

The global home furniture industry shows steady growth, led by China's production and rising e-commerce sales.

Alexander Schmidt

Alexander Schmidt

Research Analyst specializing in technology and digital transformation trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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Key Statistics

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Millennials represent 45% of U.S. furniture buyers in 2023, average spend $1,450.

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58% of U.S. consumers aged 25-34 prioritize sustainable materials in furniture purchases in 2023.

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Baby Boomers (55+) accounted for 28% of U.S. home furniture spending in 2023, $38 billion total.

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In Europe, 41% of urban millennials bought multifunctional furniture in 2023 for small spaces.

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Indian consumers aged 18-35 drove 55% of modular furniture sales in 2023, urban focus.

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U.S. Gen Z (18-24) furniture ownership rate 62% in 2023, preferring rentals 22%.

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Chinese middle-class households (income >RMB 100k) bought 68% of premium furniture in 2023.

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37% of U.S. Hispanic consumers spent over $2,000 on furniture in 2023, highest ethnic group.

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UK females aged 35-44 led furniture purchases at 29% share in 2023 household data.

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Brazilian low-income families (up to 3 min. wage) bought 42% of economy furniture in 2023.

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51% of Australian empty-nesters renovated furniture purchases in 2023, avg $3,200 spend.

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In Japan, 65+ seniors comprised 35% of recliner chair buyers in 2023 market share.

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South African black middle-class grew furniture spending 15% to ZAR 12 billion in 2023.

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U.S. married couples with children under 18 spent 52% more on kids' furniture in 2023.

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44% of European single-person households opted for compact sofas in 2023 surveys.

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Vietnam urban youth (20-30) 70% preference for imported style furniture in 2023.

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Canadian immigrants (recent 5 years) 38% higher furniture buy rate than natives in 2023.

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Mexico's Gen X (45-60) dominated kitchen furniture renewals, 41% market in 2023.

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29% of global high-net-worth individuals customized luxury furniture in 2023.

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Turkey's young families (under 35) 55% of bunk bed sales volume in 2023.

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67% of U.S. pet owners bought pet-friendly furniture in 2023, avg add-on cost $450.

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France's rural consumers 23% less likely to buy online furniture than urban in 2023.

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56% of Indian Tier-2 city residents first-time furniture buyers in 2023.

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Global renters aged 25-34 purchased 31% of entry-level furniture in 2023.

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48% of UK BAME consumers preferred ethnic-inspired designs in 2023 purchases.

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U.S. LGBTQ+ households spent 18% more on decorative furniture accents in 2023.

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73% of Chinese one-child policy families invested in convertible cribs in 2023.

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39% preference for ergonomic furniture among U.S. remote workers 30-50 in 2023.

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Italy's southern regions consumers 25% lower spend on furniture vs northern in 2023.

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Global modular sofa preference 62% among apartment dwellers under 40 in 2023.

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U.S. furniture market saw 15% rise in multifunctional pieces sales in 2023.

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68% of global consumers prioritize eco-friendly materials in furniture buys 2023 surveys.

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Customizable furniture demand up 22% in U.S. market 2023, per online configurators.

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54% of Europeans favor minimalist Scandinavian designs in home furniture 2023.

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Pet-resistant upholstery chosen by 47% of U.S. dog/cat owners in 2023 purchases.

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Smart furniture with IoT integration preferred by 29% of urban millennials globally 2023.

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61% of Indian buyers opt for ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture for affordability 2023.

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Velvet fabric trend boosted sales 18% in luxury upholstery segment 2023 U.S.

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52% preference for neutral earth tones in living room furniture globally 2023.

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Washable performance fabrics selected by 39% of families with kids 2023 U.S.

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Biophilic design elements in 44% of new furniture purchases Europe 2023.

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71% of remote workers seek adjustable desks/chairs, 25% market growth 2023.

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Outdoor-indoor versatile furniture up 16% in sales Australia 2023 coastal trend.

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55% global shift to lighter wood tones from dark stains in 2023 dining sets.

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Gender-neutral kids' furniture preferred by 63% parents in UK 2023 surveys.

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48% choose antimicrobial treated surfaces post-COVID furniture buys 2023.

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Curved furniture edges trend in 37% of modern sofa designs bought 2023 U.S.

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66% of luxury buyers want artisanal handcrafted pieces authenticity 2023.

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Stackable storage solutions up 21% in small apartment furniture Europe 2023.

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59% prefer matte finishes over glossy in bedroom furniture globally 2023.

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Wall-mounted floating shelves replaced traditional cabinets 28% urban homes 2023.

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45% integration of tech ports in nightstands/home office 2023 U.S. sales.

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Rattan/wicker revival 32% growth in tropical decor furniture 2023.

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53% avoid particleboard, prefer solid wood/mdf hybrids 2023 consumer polls.

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Oversized modular sectionals up 19% family room sales 2023 North America.

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64% of eco-conscious pick FSC-certified wood furniture 2023 Europe.

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The global home furniture market size was valued at USD 668.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 912.5 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2030.

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In the United States, the furniture and home furnishings stores industry generated revenue of $141.5 billion in 2023, up 2.1% from the previous year.

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The European home furniture market reached €78.5 billion in 2022, with an expected annual growth rate of 3.2% through 2027.

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China's home furniture industry output value hit RMB 2.8 trillion in 2023, accounting for 35% of global production.

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The Indian residential furniture market was valued at USD 25.6 billion in 2023, forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 8.7% to 2029.

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U.S. online furniture sales reached $28.1 billion in 2023, representing 24% of total furniture retail sales.

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The global bedroom furniture segment dominated with a 32.5% market share in 2023, valued at USD 217.2 billion.

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Brazil's home furniture market grew by 5.8% in 2023 to BRL 85.4 billion, driven by urban housing demand.

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The Middle East and Africa home furniture market is expected to grow from USD 12.3 billion in 2023 to USD 18.7 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 6.2%.

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Australia's furniture retail market revenue stood at AUD 12.9 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.1% to 2028.

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Vietnam's wooden furniture export value reached USD 15.2 billion in 2023, up 12% year-over-year.

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The UK home furniture market was worth £14.2 billion in 2023, recovering 3.4% post-pandemic.

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Global smart home furniture market size was USD 12.4 billion in 2023, projected to hit USD 45.6 billion by 2032 at CAGR 15.6%.

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Canada's furniture stores industry revenue grew to CAD 18.7 billion in 2023, with 1.8% annual growth.

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Indonesia's home furniture market valued at USD 8.9 billion in 2023, expected CAGR 7.2% to 2030.

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The Japanese residential furniture sector generated JPY 2.1 trillion in 2023, flat growth of 0.5%.

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South Korea's home furniture market size reached KRW 25.4 trillion in 2023, up 4.3%.

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Mexico's furniture manufacturing output was MXN 145 billion in 2023, export-focused growth of 6.1%.

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Turkey's furniture exports hit EUR 4.8 billion in 2023, 9.2% increase, domestic market EUR 7.2 billion.

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The global outdoor home furniture market was USD 45.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.9% to 2030.

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U.S. furniture manufacturing shipments totaled $58.3 billion in 2023, down 1.2% from 2022.

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Germany's home furniture turnover was €15.6 billion in 2023, growth of 2.7%.

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The Asia-Pacific home furniture market share was 42.3% of global in 2023, valued at USD 282.7 billion.

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France's furniture market revenue reached €12.9 billion in 2023, e-commerce up 15%.

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The global luxury home furniture market size was USD 22.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.1% forecast.

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Spain's home furniture sales hit €6.8 billion in 2023, 4.5% growth driven by exports.

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The U.S. millennial furniture spending averaged $1,200 per household in 2023.

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Global contract furniture market for homes/office crossover reached USD 56.7 billion in 2023.

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Italy's furniture industry production value was €21.3 billion in 2023, exports €12.5 billion.

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The Nordic countries' combined home furniture market was SEK 120 billion in 2023, growth 3.8%.

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Global home furniture production reached 12.5 billion units in 2023.

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U.S. furniture factories employed 368,000 workers in 2023, down 2% YoY.

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China produced 45% of world's wooden furniture, 1.2 billion pieces in 2023.

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Vietnam exported 1.8 million tons of wooden furniture worth $15.2B in 2023.

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Italy's furniture manufacturing output 18 million units, €21B value 2023.

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Poland produced 25 million upholstered furniture pieces in 2023, EU leader.

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India furniture manufacturing capacity 150 million sqm plywood annually 2023.

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U.S. imported $62.4 billion furniture in 2023, 55% from China/Vietnam.

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Brazil wood furniture production 12.5 million m³ timber processed 2023.

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Germany's mechanical wood processing output €28B, furniture 40% share 2023.

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Indonesia exported 850,000 TEU containers furniture/wood products 2023.

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Turkey manufactured 35 million chairs/tables sets domestically 2023.

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Malaysia furniture output value MYR 8.5 billion, 90% export-oriented 2023.

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EU-27 furniture production index up 1.8% to 105.2 (2015=100) in 2023.

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U.S. upholstered furniture production 120 million pieces annually avg 2023.

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Canada's sawmill production 22 million m³ lumber for furniture 2023.

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Mexico assembled 8.2 million metal furniture units 2023, maquiladora heavy.

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South Africa's furniture factories produced 4.5 million units, 60% wood 2023.

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Australia's contract manufacturing for furniture 2.1 million pieces exported 2023.

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Global container shipping for furniture 15 million TEU in 2023 peak season.

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Sweden's wooden furniture production 1.8 million m³ sawn wood used 2023.

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72% of global furniture supply chain disruptions resolved by Q4 2023.

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U.K. furniture makers imported 1.2 million tonnes hardwood 2023.

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40% of U.S. production shifted to automation robots in factories 2023.

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China's furniture factory count 50,000+ active in 2023, clustered Guangdong.

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Global recycled wood use in furniture 15% of total material 2023.

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28% reduction in lead times for Asian suppliers to U.S. in late 2023.

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65% of luxury furniture hand-assembled vs machine in Europe 2023.

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India added 500 new furniture factories in 2023, capacity +12%.

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Global furniture raw material costs fell 8% in H2 2023 post-inflation.

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55% of bedroom furniture produced used engineered wood panels 2023.

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35% of global furniture industry adopted RFID tracking in supply 2023.

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E-commerce accounted for 22% of U.S. furniture sales in 2023, totaling $30.2 billion.

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Wayfair's net revenue from home furniture reached $12.1 billion in 2023, up 1.5% YoY.

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IKEA global retail sales of home furnishings were €47.6 billion in FY2023, 8.9% growth at constant rates.

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Amazon U.S. furniture category sales grew 15% in 2023 to estimated $18.4 billion.

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Home Depot's furniture and décor sales hit $15.7 billion in 2023, 4.2% increase.

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Walmart U.S. online furniture sales reached $5.6 billion in 2023, 20% YoY growth.

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Ashley Furniture's U.S. retail sales volume was $5.2 billion in 2023, leading brick-and-mortar.

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Overstock.com (Bed Bath & Beyond) furniture sales $2.8 billion in 2023 post-merger.

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Europe's top furniture retailer XXXLutz posted €4.1 billion sales in 2023, up 3%.

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China's JD.com furniture GMV was RMB 45 billion in 2023, 25% growth.

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U.S. brick-and-mortar furniture stores captured 76% of sales in 2023, $112.3 billion.

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Alibaba's Tmall furniture sales during 11.11 event hit RMB 12.4 billion in 2023.

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Costco Wholesale furniture sales grew to $4.9 billion in 2023, 6.8% increase.

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India's Pepperfry online furniture sales reached INR 1,200 crore in FY2023, 30% growth.

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Target Corp. home furnishings sales $11.2 billion in 2023, up 2.4%.

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Global furniture wholesale distribution market valued at $450 billion in 2023.

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U.K. John Lewis Partnership furniture sales £1.1 billion in 2023, recovery 5%.

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Brazil's MadeiraMadeira e-commerce furniture sales R$2.5 billion in 2023.

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Lowe's Companies furniture sales $8.4 billion in 2023, flat growth.

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Australia's Temple & Webster online sales A$500 million in FY2023, 45% growth.

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45% of U.S. consumers bought furniture online in 2023, up from 35% in 2022.

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France's Conforama sales €3.7 billion in 2023, 2.1% decline.

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Global DTC furniture brands sales reached $15 billion in 2023, 18% CAGR.

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RH (Restoration Hardware) revenue $3.2 billion in 2023, 12% growth.

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62% of Gen Z U.S. shoppers prefer online furniture purchases in 2023 surveys.

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Germany's Otto Group furniture e-sales €2.9 billion in 2023.

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Home furniture brands emitted 120 million tons CO2 from production in 2023.

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42% of U.S. consumers willing to pay 10% premium for sustainable furniture 2023.

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Global FSC-certified furniture sales reached $25 billion in 2023.

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IKEA recycled 92% of waste in furniture production FY2023.

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EU timber regulations reduced illegal wood in furniture by 18% 2023.

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28% growth in recycled plastic rattan furniture market 2023 Asia.

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U.S. EPA reported 12 million tons wood waste diverted from landfills via furniture recycling 2023.

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65% of European furniture firms used renewable energy in factories 2023.

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Global water usage in furniture manufacturing cut 15% via efficiency 2023.

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37% of new sofas used bio-based foams instead of petroleum 2023.

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China's green furniture standard adoption in 40% factories 2023.

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22% reduction in packaging waste for shipped furniture globally 2023.

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51% consumer demand drove bamboo furniture sales up 20% 2023.

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U.K. Furniture Industry Sustainability Roadmap achieved 25% emissions cut 2023.

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Recycled metal in outdoor furniture reached 45% avg composition 2023.

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18 million trees saved via responsible sourcing in global furniture 2023.

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60% of modular furniture designed for disassembly/recycling 2023 innovations.

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VOC emissions from furniture finishes down 30% industry-wide 2023.

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Australia's 100% recycled ocean plastic chairs produced 500k units 2023.

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44% growth in carbon-neutral certified furniture lines 2023 Europe.

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Global take-back programs recycled 8% of sold furniture volume 2023.

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70% of leather alternatives from plant-based in vegan furniture 2023.

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India's upcycled furniture market $1.2B, 25% YoY growth 2023.

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33% less energy used in LED-lit smart furniture production 2023.

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Brazil certified 80% Amazon-sourced wood zero-deforestation 2023.

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56% of U.S. brands transparent supply chain tracking 2023 apps.

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Global bio-composite materials in panels 12% market share 2023.

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From transforming a global market worth nearly $700 billion to redefining our living spaces with smart technology and sustainable designs, the home furniture industry is experiencing a seismic shift that touches every corner of the world and every corner of our homes.

Key Takeaways

  • The global home furniture market size was valued at USD 668.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 912.5 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In the United States, the furniture and home furnishings stores industry generated revenue of $141.5 billion in 2023, up 2.1% from the previous year.
  • The European home furniture market reached €78.5 billion in 2022, with an expected annual growth rate of 3.2% through 2027.
  • E-commerce accounted for 22% of U.S. furniture sales in 2023, totaling $30.2 billion.
  • Wayfair's net revenue from home furniture reached $12.1 billion in 2023, up 1.5% YoY.
  • IKEA global retail sales of home furnishings were €47.6 billion in FY2023, 8.9% growth at constant rates.
  • Millennials represent 45% of U.S. furniture buyers in 2023, average spend $1,450.
  • 58% of U.S. consumers aged 25-34 prioritize sustainable materials in furniture purchases in 2023.
  • Baby Boomers (55+) accounted for 28% of U.S. home furniture spending in 2023, $38 billion total.
  • U.S. furniture market saw 15% rise in multifunctional pieces sales in 2023.
  • 68% of global consumers prioritize eco-friendly materials in furniture buys 2023 surveys.
  • Customizable furniture demand up 22% in U.S. market 2023, per online configurators.
  • Global home furniture production reached 12.5 billion units in 2023.
  • U.S. furniture factories employed 368,000 workers in 2023, down 2% YoY.
  • China produced 45% of world's wooden furniture, 1.2 billion pieces in 2023.

The global home furniture industry shows steady growth, led by China's production and rising e-commerce sales.

Consumer Demographics

  • Millennials represent 45% of U.S. furniture buyers in 2023, average spend $1,450.
  • 58% of U.S. consumers aged 25-34 prioritize sustainable materials in furniture purchases in 2023.
  • Baby Boomers (55+) accounted for 28% of U.S. home furniture spending in 2023, $38 billion total.
  • In Europe, 41% of urban millennials bought multifunctional furniture in 2023 for small spaces.
  • Indian consumers aged 18-35 drove 55% of modular furniture sales in 2023, urban focus.
  • U.S. Gen Z (18-24) furniture ownership rate 62% in 2023, preferring rentals 22%.
  • Chinese middle-class households (income >RMB 100k) bought 68% of premium furniture in 2023.
  • 37% of U.S. Hispanic consumers spent over $2,000 on furniture in 2023, highest ethnic group.
  • UK females aged 35-44 led furniture purchases at 29% share in 2023 household data.
  • Brazilian low-income families (up to 3 min. wage) bought 42% of economy furniture in 2023.
  • 51% of Australian empty-nesters renovated furniture purchases in 2023, avg $3,200 spend.
  • In Japan, 65+ seniors comprised 35% of recliner chair buyers in 2023 market share.
  • South African black middle-class grew furniture spending 15% to ZAR 12 billion in 2023.
  • U.S. married couples with children under 18 spent 52% more on kids' furniture in 2023.
  • 44% of European single-person households opted for compact sofas in 2023 surveys.
  • Vietnam urban youth (20-30) 70% preference for imported style furniture in 2023.
  • Canadian immigrants (recent 5 years) 38% higher furniture buy rate than natives in 2023.
  • Mexico's Gen X (45-60) dominated kitchen furniture renewals, 41% market in 2023.
  • 29% of global high-net-worth individuals customized luxury furniture in 2023.
  • Turkey's young families (under 35) 55% of bunk bed sales volume in 2023.
  • 67% of U.S. pet owners bought pet-friendly furniture in 2023, avg add-on cost $450.
  • France's rural consumers 23% less likely to buy online furniture than urban in 2023.
  • 56% of Indian Tier-2 city residents first-time furniture buyers in 2023.
  • Global renters aged 25-34 purchased 31% of entry-level furniture in 2023.
  • 48% of UK BAME consumers preferred ethnic-inspired designs in 2023 purchases.
  • U.S. LGBTQ+ households spent 18% more on decorative furniture accents in 2023.
  • 73% of Chinese one-child policy families invested in convertible cribs in 2023.
  • 39% preference for ergonomic furniture among U.S. remote workers 30-50 in 2023.
  • Italy's southern regions consumers 25% lower spend on furniture vs northern in 2023.
  • Global modular sofa preference 62% among apartment dwellers under 40 in 2023.

Consumer Demographics Interpretation

The furniture market has become a generational chessboard, with Millennials wielding their spending power and sustainability demands, Baby Boomers holding their ground with sheer financial mass, and Gen Z opting out of ownership altogether, all while every demographic from Brazilian budget-shoppers to Chinese premium-buyers and U.S. pet parents insists the industry bend to their specific, and often contradictory, spatial and stylistic demands.

Consumer Preferences

  • U.S. furniture market saw 15% rise in multifunctional pieces sales in 2023.
  • 68% of global consumers prioritize eco-friendly materials in furniture buys 2023 surveys.
  • Customizable furniture demand up 22% in U.S. market 2023, per online configurators.
  • 54% of Europeans favor minimalist Scandinavian designs in home furniture 2023.
  • Pet-resistant upholstery chosen by 47% of U.S. dog/cat owners in 2023 purchases.
  • Smart furniture with IoT integration preferred by 29% of urban millennials globally 2023.
  • 61% of Indian buyers opt for ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture for affordability 2023.
  • Velvet fabric trend boosted sales 18% in luxury upholstery segment 2023 U.S.
  • 52% preference for neutral earth tones in living room furniture globally 2023.
  • Washable performance fabrics selected by 39% of families with kids 2023 U.S.
  • Biophilic design elements in 44% of new furniture purchases Europe 2023.
  • 71% of remote workers seek adjustable desks/chairs, 25% market growth 2023.
  • Outdoor-indoor versatile furniture up 16% in sales Australia 2023 coastal trend.
  • 55% global shift to lighter wood tones from dark stains in 2023 dining sets.
  • Gender-neutral kids' furniture preferred by 63% parents in UK 2023 surveys.
  • 48% choose antimicrobial treated surfaces post-COVID furniture buys 2023.
  • Curved furniture edges trend in 37% of modern sofa designs bought 2023 U.S.
  • 66% of luxury buyers want artisanal handcrafted pieces authenticity 2023.
  • Stackable storage solutions up 21% in small apartment furniture Europe 2023.
  • 59% prefer matte finishes over glossy in bedroom furniture globally 2023.
  • Wall-mounted floating shelves replaced traditional cabinets 28% urban homes 2023.
  • 45% integration of tech ports in nightstands/home office 2023 U.S. sales.
  • Rattan/wicker revival 32% growth in tropical decor furniture 2023.
  • 53% avoid particleboard, prefer solid wood/mdf hybrids 2023 consumer polls.
  • Oversized modular sectionals up 19% family room sales 2023 North America.
  • 64% of eco-conscious pick FSC-certified wood furniture 2023 Europe.

Consumer Preferences Interpretation

While navigating a maze of eco-conscious materials, multifunctional demands, and pet-proof velvets, the modern furniture industry is quite literally bending over backward—with curved edges, of course—to design a customizable, tech-integrated, and artisanal home for a planet that now prefers its woods light, its finishes matte, and its sectionals oversized for maximum family flopping.

Market Size and Growth

  • The global home furniture market size was valued at USD 668.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 912.5 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In the United States, the furniture and home furnishings stores industry generated revenue of $141.5 billion in 2023, up 2.1% from the previous year.
  • The European home furniture market reached €78.5 billion in 2022, with an expected annual growth rate of 3.2% through 2027.
  • China's home furniture industry output value hit RMB 2.8 trillion in 2023, accounting for 35% of global production.
  • The Indian residential furniture market was valued at USD 25.6 billion in 2023, forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 8.7% to 2029.
  • U.S. online furniture sales reached $28.1 billion in 2023, representing 24% of total furniture retail sales.
  • The global bedroom furniture segment dominated with a 32.5% market share in 2023, valued at USD 217.2 billion.
  • Brazil's home furniture market grew by 5.8% in 2023 to BRL 85.4 billion, driven by urban housing demand.
  • The Middle East and Africa home furniture market is expected to grow from USD 12.3 billion in 2023 to USD 18.7 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 6.2%.
  • Australia's furniture retail market revenue stood at AUD 12.9 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.1% to 2028.
  • Vietnam's wooden furniture export value reached USD 15.2 billion in 2023, up 12% year-over-year.
  • The UK home furniture market was worth £14.2 billion in 2023, recovering 3.4% post-pandemic.
  • Global smart home furniture market size was USD 12.4 billion in 2023, projected to hit USD 45.6 billion by 2032 at CAGR 15.6%.
  • Canada's furniture stores industry revenue grew to CAD 18.7 billion in 2023, with 1.8% annual growth.
  • Indonesia's home furniture market valued at USD 8.9 billion in 2023, expected CAGR 7.2% to 2030.
  • The Japanese residential furniture sector generated JPY 2.1 trillion in 2023, flat growth of 0.5%.
  • South Korea's home furniture market size reached KRW 25.4 trillion in 2023, up 4.3%.
  • Mexico's furniture manufacturing output was MXN 145 billion in 2023, export-focused growth of 6.1%.
  • Turkey's furniture exports hit EUR 4.8 billion in 2023, 9.2% increase, domestic market EUR 7.2 billion.
  • The global outdoor home furniture market was USD 45.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.9% to 2030.
  • U.S. furniture manufacturing shipments totaled $58.3 billion in 2023, down 1.2% from 2022.
  • Germany's home furniture turnover was €15.6 billion in 2023, growth of 2.7%.
  • The Asia-Pacific home furniture market share was 42.3% of global in 2023, valued at USD 282.7 billion.
  • France's furniture market revenue reached €12.9 billion in 2023, e-commerce up 15%.
  • The global luxury home furniture market size was USD 22.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.1% forecast.
  • Spain's home furniture sales hit €6.8 billion in 2023, 4.5% growth driven by exports.
  • The U.S. millennial furniture spending averaged $1,200 per household in 2023.
  • Global contract furniture market for homes/office crossover reached USD 56.7 billion in 2023.
  • Italy's furniture industry production value was €21.3 billion in 2023, exports €12.5 billion.
  • The Nordic countries' combined home furniture market was SEK 120 billion in 2023, growth 3.8%.

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

While we're all spending a third of our lives dreaming about better bedroom furniture, the rest of the world is busy buying it, pushing a global industry worth nearly a trillion dollars where China makes over a third of it, America shops online for a quarter of it, and India’s explosive growth proves that everyone, everywhere, is constantly looking for a better place to sit.

Production and Supply

  • Global home furniture production reached 12.5 billion units in 2023.
  • U.S. furniture factories employed 368,000 workers in 2023, down 2% YoY.
  • China produced 45% of world's wooden furniture, 1.2 billion pieces in 2023.
  • Vietnam exported 1.8 million tons of wooden furniture worth $15.2B in 2023.
  • Italy's furniture manufacturing output 18 million units, €21B value 2023.
  • Poland produced 25 million upholstered furniture pieces in 2023, EU leader.
  • India furniture manufacturing capacity 150 million sqm plywood annually 2023.
  • U.S. imported $62.4 billion furniture in 2023, 55% from China/Vietnam.
  • Brazil wood furniture production 12.5 million m³ timber processed 2023.
  • Germany's mechanical wood processing output €28B, furniture 40% share 2023.
  • Indonesia exported 850,000 TEU containers furniture/wood products 2023.
  • Turkey manufactured 35 million chairs/tables sets domestically 2023.
  • Malaysia furniture output value MYR 8.5 billion, 90% export-oriented 2023.
  • EU-27 furniture production index up 1.8% to 105.2 (2015=100) in 2023.
  • U.S. upholstered furniture production 120 million pieces annually avg 2023.
  • Canada's sawmill production 22 million m³ lumber for furniture 2023.
  • Mexico assembled 8.2 million metal furniture units 2023, maquiladora heavy.
  • South Africa's furniture factories produced 4.5 million units, 60% wood 2023.
  • Australia's contract manufacturing for furniture 2.1 million pieces exported 2023.
  • Global container shipping for furniture 15 million TEU in 2023 peak season.
  • Sweden's wooden furniture production 1.8 million m³ sawn wood used 2023.
  • 72% of global furniture supply chain disruptions resolved by Q4 2023.
  • U.K. furniture makers imported 1.2 million tonnes hardwood 2023.
  • 40% of U.S. production shifted to automation robots in factories 2023.
  • China's furniture factory count 50,000+ active in 2023, clustered Guangdong.
  • Global recycled wood use in furniture 15% of total material 2023.
  • 28% reduction in lead times for Asian suppliers to U.S. in late 2023.
  • 65% of luxury furniture hand-assembled vs machine in Europe 2023.
  • India added 500 new furniture factories in 2023, capacity +12%.
  • Global furniture raw material costs fell 8% in H2 2023 post-inflation.
  • 55% of bedroom furniture produced used engineered wood panels 2023.
  • 35% of global furniture industry adopted RFID tracking in supply 2023.

Production and Supply Interpretation

While the world sits comfortably on a mountain of over 12.5 billion new pieces, the furniture industry itself is anything but static, as it reveals a globe-spanning game of production Tetris where automation, shifting supply chains, and strategic national specialties like China's wooden dominance, Vietnam's export prowess, and Europe's luxury craftsmanship are all constantly rearranging the economic living room.

Sales and Distribution

  • E-commerce accounted for 22% of U.S. furniture sales in 2023, totaling $30.2 billion.
  • Wayfair's net revenue from home furniture reached $12.1 billion in 2023, up 1.5% YoY.
  • IKEA global retail sales of home furnishings were €47.6 billion in FY2023, 8.9% growth at constant rates.
  • Amazon U.S. furniture category sales grew 15% in 2023 to estimated $18.4 billion.
  • Home Depot's furniture and décor sales hit $15.7 billion in 2023, 4.2% increase.
  • Walmart U.S. online furniture sales reached $5.6 billion in 2023, 20% YoY growth.
  • Ashley Furniture's U.S. retail sales volume was $5.2 billion in 2023, leading brick-and-mortar.
  • Overstock.com (Bed Bath & Beyond) furniture sales $2.8 billion in 2023 post-merger.
  • Europe's top furniture retailer XXXLutz posted €4.1 billion sales in 2023, up 3%.
  • China's JD.com furniture GMV was RMB 45 billion in 2023, 25% growth.
  • U.S. brick-and-mortar furniture stores captured 76% of sales in 2023, $112.3 billion.
  • Alibaba's Tmall furniture sales during 11.11 event hit RMB 12.4 billion in 2023.
  • Costco Wholesale furniture sales grew to $4.9 billion in 2023, 6.8% increase.
  • India's Pepperfry online furniture sales reached INR 1,200 crore in FY2023, 30% growth.
  • Target Corp. home furnishings sales $11.2 billion in 2023, up 2.4%.
  • Global furniture wholesale distribution market valued at $450 billion in 2023.
  • U.K. John Lewis Partnership furniture sales £1.1 billion in 2023, recovery 5%.
  • Brazil's MadeiraMadeira e-commerce furniture sales R$2.5 billion in 2023.
  • Lowe's Companies furniture sales $8.4 billion in 2023, flat growth.
  • Australia's Temple & Webster online sales A$500 million in FY2023, 45% growth.
  • 45% of U.S. consumers bought furniture online in 2023, up from 35% in 2022.
  • France's Conforama sales €3.7 billion in 2023, 2.1% decline.
  • Global DTC furniture brands sales reached $15 billion in 2023, 18% CAGR.
  • RH (Restoration Hardware) revenue $3.2 billion in 2023, 12% growth.
  • 62% of Gen Z U.S. shoppers prefer online furniture purchases in 2023 surveys.
  • Germany's Otto Group furniture e-sales €2.9 billion in 2023.

Sales and Distribution Interpretation

The furniture industry's tale is one of digital encroachment on familiar territory, where e-commerce giants are steadily rearranging the living room but haven't yet managed to evict the traditional showroom.

Sustainability

  • Home furniture brands emitted 120 million tons CO2 from production in 2023.
  • 42% of U.S. consumers willing to pay 10% premium for sustainable furniture 2023.
  • Global FSC-certified furniture sales reached $25 billion in 2023.
  • IKEA recycled 92% of waste in furniture production FY2023.
  • EU timber regulations reduced illegal wood in furniture by 18% 2023.
  • 28% growth in recycled plastic rattan furniture market 2023 Asia.
  • U.S. EPA reported 12 million tons wood waste diverted from landfills via furniture recycling 2023.
  • 65% of European furniture firms used renewable energy in factories 2023.
  • Global water usage in furniture manufacturing cut 15% via efficiency 2023.
  • 37% of new sofas used bio-based foams instead of petroleum 2023.
  • China's green furniture standard adoption in 40% factories 2023.
  • 22% reduction in packaging waste for shipped furniture globally 2023.
  • 51% consumer demand drove bamboo furniture sales up 20% 2023.
  • U.K. Furniture Industry Sustainability Roadmap achieved 25% emissions cut 2023.
  • Recycled metal in outdoor furniture reached 45% avg composition 2023.
  • 18 million trees saved via responsible sourcing in global furniture 2023.
  • 60% of modular furniture designed for disassembly/recycling 2023 innovations.
  • VOC emissions from furniture finishes down 30% industry-wide 2023.
  • Australia's 100% recycled ocean plastic chairs produced 500k units 2023.
  • 44% growth in carbon-neutral certified furniture lines 2023 Europe.
  • Global take-back programs recycled 8% of sold furniture volume 2023.
  • 70% of leather alternatives from plant-based in vegan furniture 2023.
  • India's upcycled furniture market $1.2B, 25% YoY growth 2023.
  • 33% less energy used in LED-lit smart furniture production 2023.
  • Brazil certified 80% Amazon-sourced wood zero-deforestation 2023.
  • 56% of U.S. brands transparent supply chain tracking 2023 apps.
  • Global bio-composite materials in panels 12% market share 2023.

Sustainability Interpretation

While the furniture industry still has a heavy carbon footprint, these stats prove that when consumers put their money where their values are, brands will industriously—and sometimes creatively—furnish a more sustainable future.

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