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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.
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