Core Insights - Hooker Furnishings Corporation is focused on returning to profitability through cost-reduction initiatives and strategic growth plans in a challenging market environment [2][3][20] Financial Performance - For Q2 FY26, net sales were $82.1 million, a decrease of 13.6% year-over-year, with an operating loss of $4.4 million compared to a loss of $3.1 million in the previous year [6][30] - The company incurred restructuring costs of approximately $2 million in Q2, contributing to a net loss of $3.3 million [6][30] - Hooker Branded achieved breakeven results despite restructuring costs, while Domestic Upholstery reduced its operating loss by nearly 70% [3][6] Cost Reduction Initiatives - The company is implementing a multi-phase cost reduction strategy aimed at achieving approximately $25 million in annualized savings by FY27, with $10 million identified in FY25 and an additional $15 million in FY26 [5][10] - In the first half of FY26, the company achieved $3.7 million in expense reductions despite incurring $1.7 million in restructuring charges [5][6] Segment Performance - Hooker Branded sales increased by $465,000 (1.3% YoY) in Q2, while Domestic Upholstery's operating loss was reduced to $408,000 [6][14] - Home Meridian's net sales declined by $13.6 million (44.5% YoY) due to various factors including project-based hospitality business declines and customer bankruptcy impacts [6][14] Debt and Cash Management - The company repaid $16.5 million of debt year-to-date while maintaining $57.7 million in borrowing capacity [6][18] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $821,000, down $5.5 million from year-end, primarily due to operational cash outflows [18][19] Market Outlook - The home furnishings industry continues to face challenges from low existing home sales, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent inflation, impacting consumer confidence and demand [20] - The company is preparing for the launch of the Margaritaville collection and focusing on growth in hospitality and outdoor channels [20]