NBF Tracker – 2018 Q1 shows drop in sales and optimism

The latest data compiled from our membership returns shows that total estimated UK sales of mattresses, bed sets, divan bases and adjustable beds from Jan – Mar 2018 stood at £243.5 million at factory gate prices – a drop of almost 4% on the same period in 2017 and a clear indication of the slowdown in the economy.

Read the full report, including comparison figures for Q1 from 2014 through to 2018 by clicking here

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