Wayfair CEO Warns of Home Goods Sales Plunge to 2008 Recession Levels
Consumers remain cautious on home spending amid economic challenges, impacting Wayfair's revenue and stock performance.
- Wayfair's Q2 revenue fell 2% year-over-year to $3.12 billion, with a $42 million loss.
- CEO Niraj Shah compares current sales decline to the Great Financial Crisis of 2008.
- Company shares dropped over 8% after earnings missed Wall Street expectations.
- Wayfair has implemented significant layoffs and discounts to attract customers.
- Potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve could offer future relief.