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In post-pandemic America, consumers have become cautious about big-ticket spending. That’s partially because many people spent money on home upgrades during the Covid days and somewhat because of the current worries about the economy.

“As 2025 drew to a close, consumers were still wary about making higher ticket spends. A McKinsey & Co. report from November showed 47% planned to spend less of their discretionary income on furniture in the fourth quarter vs. just 18% who planned to spend more,” Furniture Today reported.

Overall, consumers are just being cautious when it comes to spending.

Consumer sentiment data has also pointed to a more cautious and even dissatisfied consumer. The University of Michigan Sentiment Index for December was 52.9, down from 74.0 just a year earlier.

That has created a challenging environment for furniture chains. Many Americans aren’t making discretionary purchases which has led to a number of major chains closing, and multiple Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings.

Now, Weir’s Furniture, a Texas Institution for 78 years has decided to close all its stores.

Weir’s Furniture closing down

Visitor’s to the Weir’s Furniture website were surprised by a notice posted by the company.

“For 78 Years Our Passsion Has Been To Help Make Your House A Home. We have made the difficult decision to close our doors. We are incredibly grateful for the support, trust, and loyalty you have shown us over the years. We are proud of the relationships and memories we have built together. Thank you for being a part of our journey,” the company posted.

The family-owned business thanked customers, employees, and vendors, but did not cite a reason for closing.

Local news site WFAA shared a statement from the company that expanded upon what its website shared.

According to the announcement, the board of directors determined that the retailer could not operate sustainably after reviewing its long-term financial position, difficult market conditions and operational challenges.

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“This was an extremely difficult decision, but closing now enables us to honor J. Ray and Bea’s legacy by finishing well and taking care of our employees,” Board Chairman Al Boulden said in a statement.

J. Ray Weir and Bea Weir founded their eponymous furniture store 1948. It grew from a single storefront in Dallas’ Knox Street area to four locations across the region.

Recent furniture chains closures and bankruptcies

American Signature Inc. (American Signature Furniture / Value City Furniture) Filed Chapter 11: November 2025
Outcome: Full liquidation of 89 stores in 2026

Source: Furniture Today
Circle Furniture Closed: December 2025
Filed Chapter 7: January 30, 2026

Source: TheStreet
American Home Furniture Filed Chapter 11: 2026
Impact: Closed roughly half its stores

Source: TheStreet
VMI Furniture Solutions Filed Chapter 11: February 2026
Source: TheStreet
At Home Filed Chapter 11: June 2025
Closures: 26 stores

Source: Furniture Today

A number of furniture chains have shut down or filed for bankruptcy.

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Furniture chains have struggled

The overall furniture industry has seen a slowdown and “final mile” delivery company JB Hunt Transport Services has seen a major drop in demand and COO Nick Hobbs doesn’t expect a shift toward big purchases any time this year.

“The end markets in this business remain challenged with demand for big and bulky products still muted, with soft demand for furniture, exercise equipment and appliances,” Hobbs said during his company’s second-quarter earnings call.

Multiple furniture companies have shared similar reports.

“Our industry has been in a bit of a malaise,” La-Z-Boy CEO Melinda Whittington said on a conference call, Investopedia reported. “But if the consumer is overall more strapped because of the broader macroeconomic trends, they will tend to stretch out their furniture purchases.”

Despite all the negative headwinds, there are some positive signs for the furniture industry moving forward.

“Housing activity is a key barometer for furniture demand, as home purchases often precede furniture buying. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), pending home sales rose 3.3% month-over-month in November 2025 and climbed 2.6% year-over-year, marking a broad uptick across regions including the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West,” Furniture Industry News reported.

Weir’s Furniture conducting liquidation sales

Weir’s Furniture has closed its website and is conducting going-out-of-business sales in its stores.

No closing date has been set and the company has shared the following statement.

“Today we announced the winding down and closing of our retail operations,” said Mark Moore, former CEO and grandson of founder J. Ray and Bea Weir. “The closing sale begins Thursday, March 26 and will continue until all furniture is sold. The real estate for the four Weir’s locations is owned by various Weir family entities and no plans or decisions have been made at this time about those properties.”