2012-09-17 04:06:58 - Recently published research from IBISWorld, "Bed & Mattress Stores in the US", is now available at Fast Market Research

Rise and shine: Consumers put off buying new mattresses during the recession, but will buy again in the five years to 2017

Bed & Mattress Stores

Rise and shine

When the residential real estate market dipped due to the subprime mortgage crisis, consumers bought fewer homes and, therefore, fewer beds and mattresses over the past five years. Due to the tough times, most stores thinned their workforce and lowered wages to remain in business. But, as disposable income and new household formation rebound, so too will Bed and Mattress Stores revenue. Pent-up demand, as well as enticing new technology, will lift revenue in the five years to 2017.


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This industry sells sleep equipment, including mattresses, box springs, cots,

bedding, pillows and waterbeds. The industry excludes wholesale furniture distributors such as department stores or direct non-store retailers, as well as sales of other bedroom furniture. Revenue from sales of sleep sofas, daybeds, futons and other dual-purpose furniture is not included in industry revenue.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Companies Mentioned in this Report: Select Comfort Corporation, Sleepy's, Mattress Firm

Report Table of Contents:

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance

KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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