In the first three quarters of 2025, the Polish furniture industry experienced modest growth, with the total value of furniture sold rising by about 1% year-on-year to PLN 42,018.6 million. The third quarter showed stronger performance, with growth of roughly 5%, largely due to September, which recorded the highest monthly sales value of the year. Significant increases were observed in bedroom and kitchen furniture, with production rising 39% and 6%, respectively, compared to the same period in 2024. In contrast, seating furniture declined by 7%, and dining and living room furniture fell by 8%.
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Employment in the sector remained largely stable at 141,000 workers, a slight decline from 2024, while wages increased, with the average gross salary reaching PLN 6,700.3, up 9% from the previous year. Despite positive trends in production and new orders, many companies still faced financial challenges, and inventories showed a slight surplus.
Furniture exports rose by 1% in euro terms to €10.424 billion, while imports increased 3% to €2.828 billion. Consumer confidence remained low, with households cautious about spending on larger purchases, opting to save due to economic uncertainty and geopolitical risks.
The housing market, a key driver of furniture demand, showed signs of slowing. In the first nine months of 2025, 144,381 new housing units were completed, down 1% from 2024, while construction starts fell 9% and building permits decreased 13%, indicating potential weaker future demand for furniture.
Overall, while the sector showed some growth, challenges such as rising costs, cautious consumers, and slower housing activity limit the industry's recovery, leaving the final quarter of 2025 critical for determining the year's overall outcome.
Source: www.biznes-meble.pl
