Bassett Furniture Industries Inc: Form 10-K for the period ended Nov 29, 2025

(dollar amounts in thousands except per share data)

General

Bassett is a leading retailer, manufacturer and marketer of branded home furnishings. We were founded in 1902 and incorporated under the laws of Virginia in 1930. Our rich 123-year history has instilled the principles of quality, value, and integrity in everything we do, while simultaneously providing us with the expertise to respond to ever-changing consumer tastes and meet the demands of a global economy.

Approximately 60% of our wholesale sales arise from our network of 86 Company-owned and licensee-owned Bassett Home Furnishings (“BHF”) stores. Our store program is designed to provide a single source home furnishings retail store with a unique combination of stylish, quality furniture and accessories with a high level of customer service. The stores highlight our custom furniture design and manufacturing capabilities, free in-home or virtual design visits (“home makeovers”) and coordinated decorating accessories. Our philosophy is based on building strong long-term relationships with each customer. Salespeople are referred to as “Design Consultants” and are trained to evaluate customer needs and provide comprehensive solutions for their home decor. Until a rigorous training and design certification program is completed, Design Consultants are not authorized to perform in-home or virtual design services for our customers.

Bassett also has a significant traditional wholesale business with more than 1,000 open market accounts. Most of the open market sales are through Bassett Design Centers and Bassett Custom Studios which function as a store within a multi-line store featuring the Company’s custom furniture capabilities. The wholesale business, including the Lane Venture outdoor brand, also services general furniture stores and a growing number of interior design firms through a network of over 30 independent sales representatives who have stated geographical territories. These sales representatives are compensated based on a standard commission rate.

We consider our website to be the front door to our brand experience where customers can research our furniture and accessory offerings and subsequently buy online or engage with an in-store design consultant. We know that we are driving a significant percentage of the retail foot traffic to our store network and our open market customers through engagement with www.bassettfurniture.com (http://www.bassettfurniture.com). Digital outreach strategies have been the primary vehicle for brand advertising and customer acquisition. We began supplementing the digital outreach strategy with added direct mail and television late in 2024 and expect to continue with a balanced blend of both digital and traditional direct mail and television in 2026.

We introduced a new web platform late in 2023 that leverages world class features including enhanced customer research capabilities and streamlined navigation. Since the debut of the new site, we have seen increased engagement with the brand through a greater number of page views per customer along with more time spent on the site. We have also seen an increase in average order value that has resulted in increased e-commerce revenue. While traffic to the website decreased 8% during 2025, sales conversion rates increased 28% resulting in a 25% increase in total web sales. Although e-commerce sales continue to be small relative to in-store sales, we will continue to invest in ongoing improvements to the aesthetics and user experience on our website while not compromising on our in-store experience or the quality of our in-home makeover capabilities.

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 we acquired Noa Home Inc. (“Noa Home”). A mid-priced e-commerce furniture retailer headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Noa Home had operations in Canada, Australia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. After nearly two years of operating losses, we concluded during the second quarter of 2024 that Noa Home was not likely to achieve profitability at any time in the foreseeable future and decided to cease operations by selling the inventory in an orderly fashion. As of the end of 2024, we had substantially completed the liquidation of Noa Home’s assets and liabilities. In the second quarter of 2024 we recognized non-cash charges totaling $2,401 related to the impairment of certain long-lived assets of Noa Home and the establishment of a reserve against Noa Home’s remaining inventory at that time. Upon substantially completing the liquidation of Noa Home at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024, we recognized a charge of $962 associated with the transfer of the cumulative translation losses out of accumulated other comprehensive income.

We have factories in Newton, North Carolina that manufacture both stationary and motion upholstered furniture for inside the home along with our outdoor furniture offerings. We have a factory in Martinsville, Virginia that assembles and finishes our custom bedroom and dining offerings. We also have a facility in Haleyville, Alabama where we manufacture aluminum frames for our outdoor furniture.

In addition to the furniture that we manufacture domestically, we source most of our formal bedroom and dining room furniture (casegoods) and certain leather upholstery offerings from several foreign plants, primarily in Vietnam. Over 75% of our wholesale revenues are derived from products that are manufactured in the United States using a mix of domestic and globally sourced components and raw materials.

Operating Segments

We have strategically aligned our business into two reportable segments:

• Wholesale
• Retail—Company-owned stores

Wholesale Segment Overview

The wholesale segment is involved principally in the design, manufacturing and sourcing of furniture products that are distributed through our BHF store network (both Company-owned and licensee-owned stores) and various independent retailers. The wholesale furniture industry is very competitive and there are a large number of manufacturers both within and outside the United States who compete in the market on the basis of product quality, price, style, delivery and service. Additionally, many retailers source imported product directly, thus bypassing domestic furniture manufacturers and wholesale importers. We believe that we can be successful in the current competitive environment because our products represent excellent value combining attractive prices, quality and styling, prompt delivery, and superior service.

Wholesale shipments by category for the last three fiscal years, excluding intercompany sales to our retail segment, are summarized below:

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Approximately 23% of our 2025 wholesale sales were of imported product compared to 20% in 2024 and 22% in 2023. We define imported product as fully finished product that is sourced. Our domestic product includes certain products that contain components which were also sourced. We continue to believe that a blended strategy including domestically produced products primarily of a custom-order nature combined with sourcing of major collections provides the best value and quality of products to our customers.

The dollar value of our wholesale backlog, representing orders received but not yet shipped to the BHF store network or independent dealers, was $19,519 at November 29, 2025 and $21,750 at November 30, 2024.

We use lumber, fabric, leather, foam and other materials in the production of wood and upholstered furniture. These components are purchased from a variety of domestic and international suppliers and are widely available. The price and availability of foam, which is highly dependent on the cost of oil and available capacity of oil refineries, can be subject to significant volatility from time to time.

Retail Segment Overview – Company-Owned Retail Stores

The retail—Company-owned stores segment consists of 57 BHF stores that provide consumers with a friendly and casual environment for buying furniture and accessories. The retail furniture industry remains very competitive and includes local furniture stores, regional furniture retailers, national department and chain stores, single-vendor branded retailers and on-line retailers. As a whole, our store network which includes 29 licensee-owned stores in addition to the 57 BHF Company-owned stores, ranks in the top 40 in retail furniture sales in the United States. The following table shows the number of Company-owned stores by state at November 29, 2025:

Net sales for our Company-owned retail stores by major product category for the last three fiscal years are summarized below:

(1) Includes sales of goods other than Bassett-branded products, such as accessories and bedding, and also includes the sale of furniture protection plans.

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

We also continue to examine the performance of every one of our stores. Store traffic has been declining and the effect on our retail model has become increasingly challenging. We believe that on a market-by-market basis, there will be fewer stores in the future. We will continue to evaluate store-by-store performance as we seek the optimal store count in the markets in which we compete at retail. We closed one store in 2025 and expect to open two new stores in 2026. We are also planning to relocate one store within the same market in late 2026 or 2027.

Corporate and Other

In addition to the two reportable segments described above, we include our remaining business activities in a reconciling category known as Corporate and other. This category includes the shared costs of corporate functions such as treasury and finance, information technology, accounting, human resources, legal and others, including certain product development and marketing functions benefitting both wholesale and retail operations. We consider our corporate functions to be other business activities and have aggregated them with any of our operating segments that do not meet the requirements to be reportable segments. As of and for the periods ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023, the only such operating segment included in Corporate and other was Noa Home, which was acquired on September 2, 2022. All sales reported in our Corporate and other category were attributable to Noa Home, which generated substantially all of its sales outside of the United States. During the second quarter of 2024 we concluded that Noa Home was not likely to achieve profitability in the foreseeable future and decided to cease operations by selling the inventory in an orderly fashion. As of the end of 2024, we had substantially completed the liquidation of Noa Home.

Trademarks

Our trademarks, including “Bassett” and the names of some of our marketing divisions, products and collections, are significant to the conduct of our business. This is important due to consumer recognition of the names and identification with our broad range of products. Certain of our trademarks are licensed to independent retailers for use in full store and store gallery presentations of our products. We also own copyrights that are important in the conduct of our business.

Government Regulations

We believe that we have materially complied with all federal, state and local standards regarding safety, health and pollution and environmental controls.

We may also be affected by laws and regulations of countries from which we source goods. Labor, environmental and other laws and regulations change over time, especially in the developing countries from which we source. Changes in these areas of regulation could negatively impact the cost and availability of sourced goods. The timing and extent to which these regulations could have an adverse effect on our financial position or results of operations is difficult to predict. In addition, the imposition of new or increased duties, tariffs, retaliatory tariffs and trade limitations with respect to foreign-sourced products could negatively impact the cost of such goods. While we currently do not believe that costs associated with such trade policies will have a material adverse effect on our financial position or future results of operations, changes to such policies in the future could negatively impact our financial position or future results of operations.

Human Capital

We employed 1,194 people as of November 29, 2025. Our associate count represents a decrease of 34 from a year ago, 29 due to headcount reductions in our manufacturing facilities in response to business conditions and 9 in our retail segment primarily attributable to the closure of a store location and the consolidation of several warehouses. Headcount by segment is as follows:

• 615 in the wholesale segment
• 444 in the retail segment
• 135 in the corporate segment

We approach our workplace culture by being Invested… In Each Other, the tenets of which include fostering a workplace that promotes respect for each other, investing in our associates’ well-being, providing safe and comfortable work environments, offering opportunities to develop personally and professionally, being good stewards of the environment, and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. We believe that these investments are crucial to the success of our associates and our Company.

Focus Group Study

In 2025 we conducted a focus group study, facilitated by a third-party consultant, in our manufacturing facilities and our corporate office. Meeting in groups of 8-10, approximately 20% of our associates participated and shared their thoughts about the Company and their work environment. This information was provided to senior management by the consultant in location-specific summary reports. Based on opinions shared by the focus groups, we gained valuable insight into how we can improve our work environments and better communicate with our associates.

Workplace Respect

We value the diversity of our associates as an essential component in the way we do business. It continues to be Bassett’s policy to be equitable and impartial in our relations with our associates and to base all employment-related decisions upon valid, job-related factors, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran or other protected status.

We continue to maintain and enforce our policy prohibiting discrimination and harassment in our workplace. Our managers are trained in how to prevent, recognize and respond to possible inappropriate behavior. Associates have several available avenues for reporting concerns, including a confidential hotline. We promptly and carefully investigate each complaint of harassment or discrimination. More details about our commitment to preventing discrimination and harassment in our workplaces are available on our website.

Quality of Life

We continue to invest in the physical and mental well-being of our associates, their spouses and their children.

• Our benefits and wellness app, free to our associates and their dependents, assists with locating best-in-class, in terms of quality and cost, healthcare providers and facilities, along with free virtual exercise therapy for back and joint care.
• We offer several free online mental and behavioral health resources, with unlimited access to board-certified psychiatrists and licensed therapists.
• Our wellness programs, including onsite health clinics, personalized health coaching, mental health counseling, and incentivized healthy lifestyle choices, are designed to improve associate health and reduce healthcare costs for both the associate and the Company.
• We provide opportunities for our associates to meet with a certified financial planner for personalized retirement planning and budget counseling.
• We offer comprehensive benefit plans including Company-subsidized health insurance, 401(k) Plan with Company matching contributions, and paid time off. We believe our benefit plans are competitive and meet the needs of most of our associates.

Work Environment

Our investments in our facilities continue, which improve our associates’ safety and comfort, and increase efficiency. These include:

• Continued installation of air quality control equipment at our Martinsville, VA facility.
• Roof replacement and a complete freight elevator refurbishment at our Central Warehouse in Bassett, VA.
• Installation of a new HVAC system at one of our upholstery manufacturing facilities in Newton, NC.
• Installation of a biometric (finger scan) building entry system at our Corporate Office to improve security.

Our comprehensive human resources, benefits, payroll and timekeeping system gives our associates the ability to view, and where applicable, update their personal information, benefits enrollments, pay history and time worked in real time.

Through our “Opportunities For Improvement” program, associates can submit an “OFI” about a job-related issue they’ve experienced or observed and a suggestion for improvement. Examples include concerns related to product quality, process improvement, safety and communication issues.

Professional Development

We offer opportunities to our associates for educational and skill development, including:

• Tuition reimbursement for associates who desire to further their education
• Online training for managers, with classes completed monthly
• Training for customer-facing associates designed to enhance the in-store and follow up experiences for our customers

Environmental and Civic Responsibility

Representing our commitment to sustainably sourced hardwoods, each Arbor Day since 2021, over 30 of our associates travel to central Ohio to take part in the planting of Appalachian hardwood seedlings. This event is hosted by our BenchMade supply partners, and over 220,000 trees have been planted to date – and counting. Additionally, we remain committed to our recycling efforts. Materials recycled in 2025 include:

In 2025, we partnered with the mission-driven team from Military Makeover with Montel® to design and furnish a home for a North Carolina veteran and his family. Additionally, we supported numerous other charitable and civic organizations with monetary and in-kind donations.

Major Customers

Our risk exposure related to our customers, consisting primarily of trade accounts receivable along with certain guarantees, net of recognized reserves, totaled approximately $18,528 and $18,281 at November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, respectively. At November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, approximately 41% and 43%, respectively, of the aggregate risk exposure, net of reserves, was attributable to five customers. In fiscal 2025, 2024 and 2023, no customer accounted for more than 10% of total consolidated net sales.

Available Information

We file our annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements and other information with the SEC. Our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) are available to the public at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov (http://www.sec.gov).

Through our website, www.bassettfurniture.com (http://www.bassettfurniture.com), we make available free of charge as soon as reasonably practicable after electronically filing or furnishing with the SEC, our annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and any amendments thereto.

The following risk factors should be read carefully in connection with evaluating our business and the forward-looking information contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The risk factors below represent what we believe are the known material risk factors with respect to us and our business. Any of the following risks could materially adversely affect our business, operations, industry, financial position or future financial results.

Risks Related to Our Retail Operations

We face a volatile retail environment and changing economic conditions that may further adversely affect consumer demand and spending.

Historically, the home furnishings industry has been subject to cyclical variations in the general economy and to uncertainty regarding future economic prospects. Should current economic conditions weaken, the current rate of housing starts continue to decline, or rising inflation persist, consumer confidence and demand for home furnishings could deteriorate which could adversely affect our business through its impact on the performance of our Company-owned stores, as well as our licensees and the ability of a number of them to meet their obligations to us.

Our retail stores face significant competition from national, regional and local retailers of home furnishings, including increasing on-line competition via the internet.

The retail market for home furnishings is highly fragmented and intensely competitive. We currently compete against a diverse group of retailers, including national department stores, regional or independent specialty stores, and dedicated franchises of furniture manufacturers. National mass merchants such as Costco also have limited product offerings. We also compete with retailers that market products through store catalogs and the internet. In addition, there are few barriers to entry into our current and contemplated markets, and new competitors may enter our current or future markets at any time. We have also seen increasing competition from retailers offering consumers the ability to purchase home furnishings via the internet for home delivery, and this trend is expected to continue. Our existing competitors or new entrants into our industry may use a number of different strategies to compete against us, including aggressive advertising, pricing and marketing, extension of credit to customers on terms more favorable than we offer, and expansion into markets where we currently operate. Competition from any of these sources could cause us to lose market share, revenues and customers, increase expenditures or reduce prices, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.

Our licensee-owned stores may not be able to meet their obligations to us.

We have a significant amount of accounts receivable attributable to our network of licensee-owned stores. We also guarantee one lease each for two licensees. If these stores do not generate the necessary level of sales and profits, the licensees may not be able to fulfill their obligations to us resulting in additional bad debt expenses and real estate related losses.

Risks Related to Our Brand and Product Offerings

Failure to successfully anticipate or respond to changes in consumer tastes and trends in a timely manner could adversely impact our business, operating results and financial condition.

Sales of our furniture are dependent upon consumer acceptance of our designs, styles, quality and price. As with all retailers, our business is susceptible to changes in consumer tastes and trends. We attempt to monitor changes in consumer tastes and home design trends through attendance at international industry events and fashion shows, internal marketing research, and communication with our retailers and design consultants who provide valuable input on consumer tendencies. However, such tastes and trends can change rapidly and any delay or failure to anticipate or respond to changing consumer tastes and trends in a timely manner could adversely impact our business, operating results and financial condition.

In addition, certain suppliers may require extensive advance notice of our requirements in order to produce products in the quantities we desire. This long lead time may require us to place orders far in advance of the time when certain products will be offered for sale, thereby exposing us to risks relating to shifts in consumer demand and trends, and any downturn in the U.S. economy.

Our success depends upon our brand, marketing and advertising efforts and pricing strategies, and if we are not able to maintain and enhance our brand, or if we are not successful in these efforts and strategies, our business and operating results could be adversely affected.

Maintaining and enhancing our brand is critical to our ability to expand our base of customers and drive increased traffic at both Company-owned and licensee-owned stores and on our website. Digital outreach strategies have been the primary vehicle for brand advertising and customer acquisition. We began supplementing the digital outreach strategy with added direct mail and television late in 2024 and expect to continue with a balanced blend of both digital and traditional direct mail and television in 2026. We have also invested heavily in our website and e-commerce. We cannot provide assurance that our marketing, advertising and other efforts to promote and maintain awareness of our brand will not require us to incur substantial costs. If these efforts are unsuccessful or we incur substantial costs in connection with these efforts, our business, operating results and financial condition could be adversely affected.

Risks Related to Material Sourcing and Supply

Our use of foreign sources of production for a portion of our products exposes us to certain additional risks associated with international operations.

Our use of foreign sources for the supply of certain of our products exposes us to risks associated with overseas sourcing. These risks are related to government regulation, volatile ocean freight costs, delays in shipments, and extended lead time in ordering. The U.S. government as well as governments in the foreign countries where we source our products may change their laws, regulations and policies, including those related to tariffs and trade barriers, investments, taxation and exchange controls which could make it more difficult to service our customers resulting in an adverse effect on our earnings.

Fluctuations in the price, availability and quality of raw materials could result in increased costs or cause production delays which might result in a decline in sales, either of which could adversely impact our earnings.

We use various types of wood, foam, fibers, fabrics, leathers, and other raw materials in manufacturing our furniture. Certain of our raw materials, including fabrics, are purchased both abroad and domestically. Fluctuations in the price, availability and quality of raw materials could result in increased costs or a delay in manufacturing our products, which in turn could result in a delay in delivering products to our customers. For example, lumber prices fluctuate over time based on factors such as weather and demand, which in turn impact availability. There is no guarantee that we will be able to successfully pass along additional cost increases as they arise and rising inflation could have an adverse impact upon consumer demand for discretionary items such as home furnishings. Production delays or upward trends in raw material prices could result in lower sales or margins, thereby adversely impacting our earnings.

Risks Related to Electronic Data Processing and Digital Information

We rely extensively on computer systems to process transactions, summarize results and manage our business. Disruptions in both our primary and back-up systems could adversely affect our business and operating results.

Our primary and back-up computer systems are subject to damage or interruption from power outages, computer and telecommunications failures, computer viruses, security breaches, natural disasters and errors by employees. Though losses arising from some of these issues would be covered by insurance, interruptions of our critical business computer systems or failure of our back-up systems could reduce our sales or result in longer production times. If our critical business computer systems or back-up systems are damaged or cease to function properly, we may have to make a significant investment to repair or replace them. We have been a target of a cybersecurity attack in the past, and while such attack did not result in a material impact on our operations, business, customer relationships or reputation, we can provide no assurance that cybersecurity attacks or incidents in the future will not have a material adverse impact on our business.

We have previously and may continue in the future to incur costs resulting from security risks we face in connection with our electronic processing, storage and transmission of confidential information whether on computer systems maintained on our internal network or by third parties that may host certain of our systems. We may also incur reputational harm resulting from these security risks.

We accept electronic payment cards in our stores and also gather certain personal identifiable information in the processing of our retail sales transactions. We also store and process confidential information pertaining to our employees and other third parties on our networks. We may in the future become subject to claims for purportedly fraudulent transactions arising out of the actual or alleged theft of credit or debit card information. In addition, if there were a disclosure of confidential information provided by, or concerning, our employees, customers or other third parties, including through inadvertent disclosure, unapproved dissemination, or unauthorized access, our reputation could be harmed, and we could be subject to civil or criminal liability and regulatory actions. Proceedings related to theft of credit or debit card information may be brought by payment card providers, banks and credit unions that issue cards, cardholders (either individually or as part of a class action lawsuit) and federal and state regulators. Any such proceedings could distract our management from running our business and cause us to incur significant unplanned losses and expenses. Consumer perception of our brand could also be negatively affected by these events, which could further adversely affect our results and prospects.

Risk Management and Strategy

The Company maintains an information security program designed in alignment with the ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002 standards to address risks arising from cybersecurity threats. The program consists of documented policies, standards, and procedures that define the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of security controls. The maturity and effectiveness of the information security program are evaluated biennially by an independent third party.

A risk assessment is conducted annually. The risk assessment along with risk-based analysis and judgment are used to select security controls to address risks. During this process, the following factors, among others, are considered: likelihood and severity of risk, impact on the Company and others if a risk materializes, feasibility and cost of controls, and impact of controls on operations and others. Specific controls used by the Company include, endpoint threat detection and response (EDR), identity and access management (IAM), multi-factor authentication (MFA), firewalls and intrusion detection and prevention systems, vulnerability and patch management, and ongoing employee information security awareness and training programs. An internal information security audit program is maintained to help ensure that these controls remain operational and effective.

Third-party security firms are used by the Company in different capacities to provide or operate some of these controls and technology systems. Third parties are also used to conduct assessments, such as vulnerability scans and penetration testing of the Company and its systems. The Company uses a variety of processes to address cybersecurity threats related to the use of third-party technology and services.

The Company has a written incident response plan ("IRP") and conducts tabletop exercises to enhance incident response preparedness. Disaster recovery plans are used to prepare for the potential for a disruption in technology we rely on. Employees undergo security awareness training, including phishing simulation training, when hired and periodically throughout the year.

The Company’s executive leadership team meets regularly to address enterprise risks, and cybersecurity is a risk category addressed by that group. In addition to assessing major risks, management identifies and monitors such risks. At least annually, the Company’s executive leadership reviews with the Board of Directors the major risks identified in the enterprise risk management process, as well as the steps identified to mitigate such risks. Each of the business and functional leaders responsible for the management of these identified risks also regularly discuss with the Board changes in assessment of these risks and mitigation plans.

The Company (or third parties it relies on) may not be able to fully, continuously, and effectively implement security controls as intended. As described above, we utilize a risk-based approach and judgment to determine the security controls to implement and it is possible we may not implement appropriate controls if we do not recognize or if we underestimate a particular risk. In addition, security controls, no matter how well designed or implemented, may only mitigate and not fully eliminate risks. And events, when detected by security tools or third parties, may not always be immediately understood or acted upon.

In fiscal 2024, the Company activated its incident response plan to address a cybersecurity incident that was resolved without material impact to the Company. The Company is not aware of any additional cybersecurity threats or incidents to date that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the Company, including our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition.

Additionally, in Item 1A Risk Factors under the heading of "Risks Related to Electronic Data Processing and Digital Information,” forward-looking cybersecurity threats that could have a material impact on the Company are discussed. That section of Item 1A should be read in conjunction with this Item 1C.

Governance

The Chief Information Officer ("CIO") holds primary oversight responsibility for the team managing the development, operation, and maintenance of our information security program. This team also has responsibility to maintain and enhance the Company’s written cyber security incident response plan, which identifies incident severity classifications and serves as a trigger for escalation for the response team.

With over 25 years of experience across diverse IT technologies, the CIO brings extensive expertise to the role. The CIO is also a member of the Company’s executive leadership team, meeting regularly with the CEO, CFO, and other senior leaders. The CIO directly reports to the Board at least annually, addressing cybersecurity risks and strategy, and attends Board meetings to discuss cybersecurity matters as needed. The Audit Committee provides oversight of the information security program. The CIO reports to the Audit Committee annually on cybersecurity risks and related internal controls and attends quarterly meetings to provide updates and address any questions regarding cybersecurity and information technology systems.

We own the following facilities, by segment:

Wholesale Segment:

In general, these facilities are suitable and are considered to be adequate for the continuing operations involved. All facilities are in regular use and provide adequate capacity for our manufacturing and warehousing needs. In addition to the owned properties shown above, we lease facilities in Newton, North Carolina for the manufacturing of upholstered furniture and the manufacturing and warehousing operations of outdoor furniture.

Retail Segment:

Real estate associated with our retail segment consists of eight owned locations with an aggregate square footage of 203,465 and a net book value of approximately $23,500,000. These stores are located as follows:

Of these locations, two are subject to land leases. Our remaining 49 store locations are leased from third parties. In addition to retail stores, we also lease ten locations for use as regional warehouses and home delivery distribution centers.

Corporate and Other:

We own our corporate office building, which includes an annex, located in Bassett, Virginia.

See Note 15 to the Consolidated Financial Statements included under Item 8 of this Annual Report for more information with respect to our operating lease obligations.

(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)

Overview

Bassett is a leading retailer, manufacturer and marketer of branded home furnishings. We were founded in 1902 and incorporated under the laws of Virginia in 1930. Our rich 123-year history has instilled the principles of quality, value, and integrity in everything we do, while simultaneously providing us with the expertise to respond to ever-changing consumer tastes and meet the demands of a global economy.

Approximately 60% of our wholesale sales arise from our network of 86 Company-owned and licensee-owned Bassett Home Furnishings (“BHF”) stores. Our store program is designed to provide a single source home furnishings retail store with a unique combination of stylish, quality furniture and accessories with a high level of customer service. The stores highlight our custom furniture design and manufacturing capabilities, free in-home or virtual design visits (“home makeovers”) and coordinated decorating accessories. Our philosophy is based on building strong long-term relationships with each customer. Salespeople are referred to as “Design Consultants” and are trained to evaluate customer needs and provide comprehensive solutions for their home decor. Until a rigorous training and design certification program is completed, Design Consultants are not authorized to perform in-home or virtual design services for our customers.

Bassett also has a significant traditional wholesale business with more than 1,000 open market accounts. Most of the open market sales are through Bassett Design Centers and Bassett Custom Studios which function as a store within a multi-line store featuring the Company’s custom furniture capabilities. The wholesale business, including the Lane Venture outdoor brand, also services general furniture stores and a growing number of interior design firms through a network of over 30 independent sales representatives who have stated geographical territories. These sales representatives are compensated based on a standard commission rate.

We consider our website to be the front door to our brand experience where customers can research our furniture and accessory offerings and subsequently buy online or engage with an in-store design consultant. We know that we are driving a significant percentage of the retail foot traffic to our store network and our open market customers through engagement with www.bassettfurniture.com (http://www.bassettfurniture.com). Digital outreach strategies have been the primary vehicle for brand advertising and customer acquisition. We began supplementing the digital outreach strategy with added direct mail and television late in 2024 and expect to continue with a balanced blend of both digital and traditional direct mail and television in 2026.

We introduced a new web platform late in 2023 that leverages world class features including enhanced customer research capabilities and streamlined navigation. Since the debut of the new site, we have seen increased engagement with the brand through a greater number of page views per customer along with more time spent on the site. We have also seen an increase in average order value that has resulted in increased e-commerce revenue. While traffic to the website decreased 8% during 2025, sales conversion rates increased 28% resulting in a 25% increase in total web sales. Although e-commerce sales continue to be small relative to in-store sales, we will continue to invest in ongoing improvements to the aesthetics and user experience on our website while not compromising on our in-store experience or the quality of our in-home makeover capabilities.

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 we acquired Noa Home Inc. (“Noa Home”). A mid-priced e-commerce furniture retailer headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Noa Home had operations in Canada, Australia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. After nearly two years of operating losses, we concluded during the second quarter of 2024 that Noa Home was not likely to achieve profitability at any time in the foreseeable future and decided to cease operations by selling the inventory in an orderly fashion. As of the end of 2024, we had substantially completed the liquidation of Noa Home’s assets and liabilities. In the second quarter of 2024 we recognized non-cash charges totaling $2,401 related to the impairment of certain long-lived assets of Noa Home and the establishment of a reserve against Noa Home’s remaining inventory at that time. Upon substantially completing the liquidation of Noa Home at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024, we recognized a charge of $962 associated with the transfer of the cumulative translation losses out of accumulated other comprehensive income.

We have factories in Newton, North Carolina that manufacture both stationary and motion upholstered furniture for inside the home along with our outdoor furniture offerings. We have a factory in Martinsville, Virginia that assembles and finishes our custom bedroom and dining offerings. We also have a facility in Haleyville, Alabama where we manufacture aluminum frames for our outdoor furniture.

In addition to the furniture that we manufacture domestically, we source most of our formal bedroom and dining room furniture (casegoods) and certain leather upholstery offerings from several foreign plants, primarily in Vietnam. Over 75% of our wholesale revenues are derived from products that are manufactured in the United States using a mix of domestic and globally sourced components and raw materials.

Analysis of Continuing Operations

The following discussion provides an analysis of our results of operations and reasons for material changes therein for fiscal year 2025 as compared to fiscal year 2024. For additional analysis of the fiscal year 2024 results as compared to fiscal year 2023, see “Analysis of Continuing Operations” in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in the Company’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on February 10, 2025.

Net sales revenue, cost of furniture and accessories sold, selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expense, other charges, and income from operations were as follows for the years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023:

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2023 and 2022.

Our consolidated net sales by segment were as follows:

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Total sales revenue for the year ended November 29, 2025, increased $5,357 or approximately 1.6% from the prior year period primarily due to increases in delivered retail sales partially offset by decreases in wholesale shipments to the open market and lost sales from the closure of Noa Home at the end of fiscal 2024. Excluding the lost sales from Noa Home, total sales revenue increased 3.1%.

Gross margins for the year ended November 29, 2025 increased 190 basis points from 2024. Gross margins in the prior year were adversely impacted by increased inventory valuation charges of $1,729 in the wholesale segment, $472 in the retail segment and $500 in the Noa Home operation, as well as $609 of unproductive labor costs incurred during a temporary shutdown resulting from a cybersecurity incident. Excluding the above-mentioned additional inventory valuation charges and unproductive labor costs in 2024, gross margins would have increased 90 basis points primarily due to improved margins in the wholesale segment, partially offset by lower margins in the retail operations.

SG&A expenses as a percentage of sales for the year ended November 29, 2025 decreased 300 basis points reflecting benefits from the prior year restructuring plan and on-going cost containment activities coupled with greater leverage of fixed costs from higher sales levels.

During fiscal 2025, we recognized an asset impairment charge of $498 related to an underperforming retail store expected to be closed in late fiscal 2026.

During fiscal 2024, we recognized charges of $5,515 for asset impairments, $1,240 resulting from a contract abandonment, $962 from the realization of cumulative translation losses on Noa Home, and a restructuring charge for severance of $440. See Note 14 to our consolidated financial statements for additional information regarding these charges.

Certain other items affecting comparability between fiscal 2025 and 2024 are discussed below in “Other Items Affecting Net Income (Loss)”.

Segment Information

We have strategically aligned our business into two reportable segments as defined in ASC 280, Segment Reporting, and as described below:

• Wholesale. The wholesale home furnishings segment is involved principally in the design, manufacture, sourcing, sale and distribution of furniture products to a network of Bassett stores (Company-owned and licensee-owned retail stores) and independent furniture retailers. Our wholesale segment includes our wood and upholstery operations, which includes Lane Venture.
• Retail – Company-owned stores. Our retail segment consists of Company-owned stores and includes the revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and capital expenditures directly related to these stores and the Company-owned distribution network utilized to deliver products to our retail customers.

In addition to the two reportable segments described above, we include our remaining business activities and assets in a reconciling category known as Corporate and other. This category includes the shared costs of corporate functions such as treasury and finance, information technology, accounting, human resources, legal and others, including certain product development and marketing functions benefitting both wholesale and retail operations. In addition to property and equipment and various other assets associated with the shared corporate functions, the identifiable assets of Corporate and other include substantially all of our cash and our investments in CDs. We consider our corporate functions to be other business activities and have aggregated them with any of our operating segments that do not meet the requirements to be reportable segments. As of and for the periods ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023, the only such operating segment included in Corporate and other is Noa Home, which was acquired on September 2, 2022. All sales reported in our Corporate and other category are attributable to Noa Home, which generated substantially all of its sales outside of the United States. During the second fiscal quarter of 2024 we concluded that Noa Home was not likely to achieve profitability in the foreseeable future and ceased operations as of the end of 2024 by selling the remaining inventory in an orderly fashion over the second half of fiscal 2024.

Inter-company net sales elimination represents the elimination of wholesale sales to our Company-owned stores. Inter-company income elimination includes the embedded wholesale profit in the Company-owned store inventory that has not been realized. These profits will be recorded when merchandise is delivered to the retail consumer. The inter-company income elimination also includes rent paid by our retail stores occupying Company-owned real estate.

Reconciliation of Segment Results to Consolidated Results of Operations

To supplement the segment financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP, we also present gross profit by segment inclusive of the effects of intercompany sales by our wholesale segment to our retail segment. Because these intercompany transactions are not eliminated from our segment presentations and because we do not present gross profit as a measure of segment profitability in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements, the presentation of gross profit by segment is considered to be a non-GAAP financial measure. In addition, certain special gains or charges that are included in consolidated income (loss) before income taxes are not included in the measures of segment profitability. The reconciliation of this non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable financial measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP is presented below along with the effects of various other intercompany eliminations on our consolidated results of operations.

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Notes to Segment Consolidation Table:

(1) Represents the elimination of sales from our wholesale segment to our Company-owned BHF stores.

(2) Represents the elimination of purchases by our Company-owned BHF stores from our wholesale segment.

(3) Represents the change in the elimination of intercompany profit in inventory.

(4) Represents the elimination of rent paid by our retail stores occupying Company-owned real estate.

(5) Represents an asset impairment charge of $498 in our retail segment.

(6) Represents asset impairment charges of $2,887 and $727 in our retail and wholesale segments, respectively, a $1,827 charge for the impairment of the Noa Home trade name intangible asset, and a $74 charge for the impairment of Noa Home customized software.

(7) Represents the charge for accruing the remaining minimum payments under a contract for logistical services in Riverside, CA which is no longer utilized.

(8) Represents a charge for the realization of Noa Home's cumulative translation losses previously recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income due to the closure and substantially complete liquidation of that business.

(9) Represents a charge for the accrual of severance pay due to restructuring.

(10) Represents the charge for the full impairment of the goodwill associated with Noa Home.

(11) Represents the gain resulting from the write-down of the contingent consideration payable on the acquisition of Noa Home.

Wholesale Segment

Net sales, gross profit, SG&A expense and operating income for our Wholesale Segment were as follows for the fiscal years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023:

(1) Gross profit at the segment level is considered a Non-GAAP financial measure due to the included effects of intercompany transactions. Refer to the reconciliation of segment results to consolidated results of operations presented above.

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Wholesale shipments by category for the fiscal years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023 are summarized below:

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Fiscal 2025 as Compared to Fiscal 2024

Net sales for the year ended November 29, 2025 increased $7,152 or 3.4% from fiscal 2024 due primarily to a 8.2% increase in shipments to our retail store network partially offset by a 2% decrease in shipments to the open market and a 9% decrease in Lane Venture shipments. Gross margins for the year ended November 29, 2025 increased 250 basis points over fiscal 2024 year. Excluding $1,729 of increased inventory valuation charges in 2024 and $609 of unproductive labor costs incurred during a temporary shutdown resulting from a cybersecurity incident in 2024, gross margins would have increased by 140 basis points due primarily to improved pricing strategies in both the upholstery and wood operations coupled with greater leverage of fixed costs from higher sales levels. SG&A expenses as a percentage of sales decreased 160 basis points primarily due to to the benefit of cost reductions implemented during the second half of fiscal 2024 coupled with greater leverage of fixed costs from higher sales levels and lower bad debt costs.

The dollar value of our wholesale backlog, representing orders received but not yet shipped to the BHF store network or independent dealers, was $19,519 at November 29, 2025 and $21,750 at November 30, 2024.

Retail Segment – Company Owned Stores

Net sales, gross profit, SG&A expense, and operating income (loss) for our retail segment were as follows for the fiscal years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023:

(1) Gross profit at the segment level is considered a Non-GAAP financial measure due to the included effects of intercompany transactions. Refer to the reconciliation of segment results to consolidated results of operations presented above.

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Retail sales by major product category for the fiscal years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023 were as follows:

(1) Includes the sale of goods other than Bassett-branded products, such as accessories and bedding, and also includes the sale of furniture protection plans.

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Fiscal 2025 as Compared to Fiscal 2024

Net sales for the year ended November 29, 2025 increased $12,118 or 5.9% from fiscal 2024. Written sales (the value of sales orders taken but not delivered) increased 1.2% from fiscal 2024. Gross margin for the year ended November 29, 2025 declined 80 basis points from fiscal 2024. Excluding the $471 of additional inventory valuation charges in the prior year period, gross margins would have decreased by 100 basis points due to lower margins for both in-line and clearance goods as we have become more aggressive in cycling through unproductive inventory coupled with increased promotional activity. In addition, the Company-owned stores did not take a price increase related to the increase in tariff costs until January 2026. SG&A expenses as a percentage of sales for the year ended November 29, 2025 decreased 420 basis points primarily due to the benefit of cost reductions implemented during the second half of fiscal 2024, lower advertising and marketing costs, efficiency gains in our warehouse and delivery operation along with greater leverage of fixed costs due to higher sales levels.

Retail backlog at November 29, 2025 was $34,402 compared to $37,053 at November 30, 2024.

Corporate and Other

In addition to the two reportable segments discussed above, we include our remaining business activities and assets in a reconciling category known as Corporate and other, which includes the shared costs of various corporate functions along with any operating segments that do not meet the requirements to be reportable segments. Therefore, Noa Home is included within the Corporate and other reconciling category and accounts for all of the sales and gross profit within this reconciling category. Revenues, costs and expenses of Corporate and other for the fiscal years ended November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023 are as follows:

*53 weeks for fiscal 2024 as compared with 52 weeks for fiscal 2025 and 2023.

Fiscal 2025 as Compared to Fiscal 2024

Sales and gross profit for the year ended November 29, 2025 declined from fiscal 2024 due to the closure and liquidation of Noa Home during fiscal 2024. The $2,920 decrease in SG&A expenses from fiscal 2024 was primarily due to the closure of Noa Home and decreased corporate overhead spending from better expense management, including the benefit of cost reductions implemented during the second half of fiscal 2024, partially offset by increased incentive compensation.

Other Items Affecting Net Income (Loss)

Other items affecting net income (loss) for fiscal 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:

(1) Consists of interest income arising from our short-term investments and interest-bearing cash equivalents. The decrease in interest income for fiscal 2025 as compared with fiscal 2024 was due primarily to lower interest rates paid on certificates of deposit. See Note 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding our investments in certificates of deposit.

(2) Interest expense is attributable to finance leases for trucks and computer and office equipment. See Note 15 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding our leases.

(3) Represents the portion of net periodic pension costs not included in income from operations. See Note 10 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information related to our defined benefit pension plans.

Provision for Income taxes

We recorded income tax expense (benefit) of $2,660, $(4,675) and $683 for fiscal 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Our effective tax rate of 30.4% for 2025 differs from the federal statutory rate of 21.0% primarily due to the effects of state income taxes and various permanent differences, capital loss carrybacks, provision to return adjustments and other charges. Our effective tax rate of 32.5% for 2024 differs from the federal statutory rate of 21.0% due to the increases in the valuation allowance placed on deferred tax assets resulting from pre-tax losses in foreign tax jurisdictions associated with Noa Home, the nondeductible impairment of the Noa Home tradename, the tax benefit recorded for the capital loss associated with the cumulative investment in Noa Home due to the shutdown of the operations, the effects of state income taxes, various permanent differences, provision to return adjustments and other charges.

We have net deferred tax assets of $5,979 as of November 29, 2025, which, upon utilization, are expected to reduce our cash outlays for income taxes in future years. It will require approximately $28,500 of future taxable income to utilize our net deferred tax assets. See Note 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding income taxes.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

We are committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet in order to weather difficult industry conditions, to allow us to take advantage of opportunities as market conditions improve, and to execute our long-term retail strategies.

Cash Flows

Cash provided by operations for the year ended November 29, 2025 was $13,491 compared to cash provided by operations of $4,050 for the year ended November 30, 2024, representing an increase of $9,441 in cash flows from operations. This increase was primarily the result of improved operating income and changes in working capital due to the timing impact of expenditures as a result of an additional week in the first quarter of 2024.

Our overall cash position increased $1,726 for fiscal 2025. We spent $4,530 on purchases of property and equipment, $6,939 in dividends and $2,150 to repurchase shares under our existing stock repurchase program. As of November 29, 2025, $18,254 remains available for future purchases under our stock repurchase plan. During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, a $2,500 CD which had formerly been pledged as collateral against our merchant services agreement with a bank matured and was not reinvested. With cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments totaling $59,240 on hand at November 29, 2025, expected future operating cash flows and the availability under our credit line noted below, we believe we have sufficient liquidity to fund operations for the foreseeable future.

Debt and Other Obligations

Bank Credit Facility

On May 15, 2024, we entered into the Eighth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with our bank (the “Credit Facility”). This Credit Facility provides for a line of credit of up to $25,000. At November 29, 2025, we had $8,182 outstanding under standby letters of credit against our line. The line bears interest at the One-Month Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“One-Month Term SOFR”) plus 1.75% and is secured by our accounts receivable and inventory. Our bank charges a fee of 0.25% on the daily unused balance of the line, payable quarterly. Under the terms of the Credit Facility, Consolidated Minimum Tangible Net Worth (as defined in the Credit Facility) shall at no time be less than $120,000. In addition, we must maintain the following financial covenants, measured quarterly on a rolling twelve-month basis and commencing as of the end of the first fiscal quarter after the first date that the used commitment (the sum of any outstanding advances plus standby letters of credit) equals or exceeds $8,250:

• Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio (as defined in the Credit Facility) of not less than 1.2 times; and
• Consolidated Lease Adjusted Leverage to EBITDAR Ratio (as defined in the Credit Facility) not to exceed 3.35 times.

Since our used commitment was less than $8,250 at November 29, 2025, we were not required to test the Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio or the Consolidated Lease Adjusted Leverage to EBITDAR Ratio. However, had we been required to test those ratios, we would have been in full compliance. Consequently, our availability under the Credit Facility is currently $16,818. As of November 29, 2025 the Credit Facility was scheduled to expire on January 31, 2027. Subsequent to November 29, 2025, the Credit Facility has been extended through January 31, 2029 under substantially the same terms.

Leases

We lease land and buildings that are used in the operation of our Company-owned retail stores as well as in the operation of certain of our licensee-owned stores, and we lease land and buildings at various locations throughout the continental United States for warehouse space used in our retail segment. We also lease trucks used in our wholesale and retail segments. The total future minimum lease payments for leases with terms in excess of one year at November 29, 2025 is $105,045 the present value of which is $89,392 and is included in our accompanying consolidated balance sheet at November 29, 2025. We were contingently liable under licensee lease obligation guarantees in the amount of $4,148 at November 29, 2025. The remaining terms under these lease guarantees range from approximately one to five years. See Note 15 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for a schedule of future cash payments on our lease obligations and additional details regarding our leases and lease guarantees.

Post-Employment Benefits

We provide post-employment benefits to certain current and former executives and management level employees of the Company. Included among these benefits are two defined-benefit plans with a combined projected benefit obligation of $6,990 at November 29, 2025. See Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for a projection of future benefit payments under these plans from 2026 through 2035. We also have deferred compensation plans with a total liability of $5,530 at November 29, 2025, the current portion of which is $327. See Note 10 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding these plans.

Dividends and Share Repurchases

During fiscal 2025, we declared and paid four quarterly dividends totaling $6,939, or $0.80 per share. During fiscal 2025, we repurchased 142,121 shares of our stock for an aggregate of $2,150 under our share repurchase program. The weighted-average effect of these share repurchases on basic earnings per share from continuing operations was less than $0.01 per share. On March 9, 2022, our Board of Directors increased the remaining limit of the repurchase plan to $40,000. The approximate dollar value that may yet be purchased pursuant to our stock repurchase program as of November 29, 2025 was $18,254.

Capital Expenditures

We currently anticipate that total capital expenditures for fiscal 2026 will be between $8 million and $12 million, which will be used for tenant improvements on new retail stores and additional investments in information technology, including enhancements to our website. Our capital expenditure and working capital requirements in the foreseeable future may change depending on many factors, including but not limited to the overall performance of the store program, our rate of growth, our operating results and any adjustments in our operating plan needed in response to industry conditions, competition or unexpected events. We believe that our existing cash, together with cash from operations, will be sufficient to meet our capital expenditure and working capital requirements for the foreseeable future.

Fair Value Measurements

We account for items measured at fair value in accordance with ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures. ASC 820’s valuation techniques are based on observable and unobservable inputs. Observable inputs reflect readily obtainable data from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect our market assumptions. ASC 820 classifies these inputs into the following hierarchy:

Level 1 Inputs– Quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets.

Level 2 Inputs– Quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model-derived valuations whose inputs are observable or whose significant value drivers are observable.

Level 3 Inputs– Instruments with primarily unobservable value drivers.

We believe that the carrying amounts of our current assets and current liabilities approximate fair value due to the short-term nature of these items. Our primary non-recurring fair value estimates, typically involving the valuation of goodwill impairments (see Note 7 to the Consolidated Financial Statements) and asset impairments (see Note 14 to the Consolidated Financial Statements) have utilized Level 3 inputs.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We utilize stand-by letters of credit in the procurement of certain goods in the normal course of business. We lease land and buildings that are primarily used in the operation of our retail BHF stores and distribution facilities as well as certain manufacturing facilities in our upholstery operations. We have guaranteed certain lease obligations of licensee operators as part of our retail strategy. See Note 15 to the Consolidated Financial Statements, included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, for further discussion of lease guarantees, including descriptions of the terms of such commitments and methods used to mitigate risks associated with these arrangements.

Contingencies

We are involved in various claims and litigation as well as environmental matters which arise in the normal course of business. Although the final outcome of these legal and environmental matters cannot be determined, based on the facts presently known, it is our opinion that the final resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on our financial position or future results of operations.

Critical Accounting Estimates

Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) which requires that certain estimates and assumptions be made that affect the amounts and disclosures reported in those financial statements and the related accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from these estimates and assumptions. We use our best judgment in valuing these estimates and may, as warranted, solicit external advice. Estimates are based on current facts and circumstances, prior experience and other assumptions believed to be reasonable. The following critical accounting estimates, some of which are impacted significantly by judgments, assumptions and estimates, affect our consolidated financial statements.

Returns and Allowances – We record an estimate for returns and allowances as a reduction of revenue based on our historical return patterns. The estimate for returns and allowances was $2,732, $3,970 and $4,883 at November 29, 2025, November 30, 2024 and November 25, 2023.

Allowance for credit losses - We maintain an allowance for credit losses for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make required payments. Our accounts receivable reserves were $429 and $1,097 at November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, respectively, representing 2.9% and 7.7% of our gross accounts receivable balances at those dates, respectively. The allowance for credit losses is based on a review of specifically identified customer accounts in addition to an overall aging analysis which is applied to accounts pooled on the basis of similar risk characteristics. Judgments are made with respect to the collectibility of accounts receivable within each pool based on historical experience, current payment practices and current economic trends We have elected to use the practical expedient under ASC Topic 326 which allows us to assume that current conditions as of the balance sheet date do not change over the expected life of the receivables (see Recent Accounting Pronouncements below regarding the early adoption of ASU 2025-05). Although actual losses have not differed materially from our previous estimates, future losses could differ from our current estimates. Unforeseen events such as a licensee or customer bankruptcy filing could have a material impact on our results of operations.

Inventory Reserves - We estimate an inventory reserve for excess quantities and obsolete items based on specific identification and historical write-offs, taking into account future demand and market conditions. Our reserves for excess and obsolete inventory were $6,027 and $5,395 at November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, respectively, representing 8.9% of our inventories on a LIFO basis at both years. If actual demand or market conditions in the future are less favorable than those estimated, additional inventory write-downs may be required.

Goodwill – Goodwill represents the excess of the fair value of consideration given over the fair value of the tangible assets and liabilities and identifiable intangible assets of businesses acquired. The acquisition of assets and liabilities and the resulting goodwill is allocated to the respective reporting unit: Wood, Upholstery, Retail – Company-Owned Stores, and Noa Home. We review goodwill at the reporting unit level annually for impairment or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate that assets might be impaired.

In accordance with ASC Topic 350, Intangibles – Goodwill & Other, we first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the quantitative goodwill impairment test described in ASC Topic 350. The more likely than not threshold is defined as having a likelihood of more than 50 percent. If, after assessing the totality of events or circumstances, we determine that it is not more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, then performing the quantitative impairment test is unnecessary and our goodwill is considered to be unimpaired. However, if based on our qualitative assessment we conclude that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, we will proceed with performing the quantitative evaluation process. For the annual test of goodwill performed as of the beginning of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, 2024 and 2023 we performed the qualitative assessment as described above with respect to our upholstery reporting unit and concluded that there was no impairment of goodwill. With respect to our former Noa Home reporting unit, for the annual test of goodwill as of the beginning of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 we proceeded to the quantitative test and concluded that the goodwill allocated to that reporting unit as of November 25, 2023 was fully impaired.

The quantitative evaluation compares the carrying value of each reporting unit that has goodwill with the estimated fair value of the respective reporting unit. Should the carrying value of a reporting unit be in excess of the estimated fair value of that reporting unit, a goodwill impairment charge will be recognized in the amount by which the reporting unit’s carrying amount exceeds its fair value, but not to exceed the total goodwill assigned to the reporting unit. The determination of the fair value of our reporting units is based on a combination of a market approach, that considers benchmark company market multiples, an income approach, that utilizes discounted cash flows for each reporting unit and other Level 3 inputs as specified in the fair value hierarchy in ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosure, and, in the case of our retail reporting unit, a cost approach that utilizes estimates of net asset value. The cash flows used to determine fair value are dependent on a number of significant management assumptions such as our expectations of future performance and the expected future economic environment, which are partly based upon our historical experience. Our estimates are subject to change given the inherent uncertainty in predicting future results. Additionally, the discount rate and the terminal growth rate are based on our judgment of the rates that would be utilized by a hypothetical market participant. As part of the goodwill impairment testing, we also consider our market capitalization in assessing the reasonableness of the combined fair values estimated for our reporting units. While we believe such assumptions and estimates are reasonable, the actual results may differ materially from the projected amounts.

Other Intangible Assets – Intangible assets acquired in a business combination and determined to have an indefinite useful life are not amortized but are tested for impairment annually or between annual tests when an impairment indicator exists. The recoverability of indefinite-lived intangible assets is assessed by comparison of the carrying value of the asset to its estimated fair value. If we determine that the carrying value of the asset exceeds its estimated fair value, an impairment loss equal to the excess would be recorded. During fiscal 2024, as a result of our decision to cease operations at Noa Home, we recognized a charge of $1,827 to fully impair the Noa Home trade name intangible asset. At November 29, 2025, our indefinite-lived intangible asset other than goodwill consisted of the trade name acquired in the acquisition of Lane Venture and had a carrying value of $6,848.

Definite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their respective estimated useful lives and reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. We estimate the useful lives of our intangible assets and ratably amortize the value over the estimated useful lives of those assets. If the estimates of the useful lives should change, we will amortize the remaining book value over the remaining useful lives or, if an asset is deemed to be impaired, a write-down of the value of the asset may be required at such time. At November 29, 2025 our definite-lived intangible assets consist of customer relationships acquired in the acquisition of Lane Venture with a carrying value of $62.

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets - We periodically evaluate whether events or circumstances have occurred that indicate long-lived assets may not be recoverable or that the remaining useful life may warrant revision. When such events or circumstances are present, we assess the recoverability of long-lived assets by determining whether the carrying value will be recovered through the expected undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset. In the event the sum of the expected undiscounted future cash flows is less than the carrying value of the asset, an impairment loss equal to the excess of the asset’s carrying value over its fair value is recorded. When analyzing our real estate properties for potential impairment, we consider such qualitative factors as our experience in leasing and selling real estate properties as well as specific site and local market characteristics. Upon the closure of a Bassett Home Furnishings store, we generally write off all tenant improvements which are only suitable for use in such a store. Right of use assets under operating leases are written down to their estimated fair value. Our estimates of the fair value of the impaired right of use assets include estimates of discounted cash flows based upon current market rents and other inputs which we consider to be Level 3 inputs as specified in the fair value hierarchy in ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement and Disclosure.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

See Note 2 to our Consolidated Financial Statements regarding the impact or potential impact of recent accounting pronouncements upon our financial position and results of operations.

We are exposed to market risk from changes in the value of foreign currencies. Substantially all of our purchases outside of North America are denominated in U.S. dollars. Therefore, we believe that gains or losses resulting from changes in the value of foreign currencies relating to foreign purchases not denominated in U.S. dollars would not be material to our results from operations in fiscal 2025.

We are exposed to market risk from changes in the cost of raw materials used in our manufacturing processes, principally wood, woven fabric, and foam products. The cost of foam products, which are petroleum-based, is sensitive to changes in the prices of oil and refined petroleum materials.

We are also exposed to commodity price risk related to diesel fuel prices for fuel used in our retail segment for home delivery as well as through amounts we are charged for logistical services by our service providers. We manage our exposure to that risk primarily through the application of fuel surcharges to our customers.

We have potential exposure to market risk related to conditions in the commercial real estate market. Our retail real estate holdings of $23,513 and $24,127 at November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, respectively, for Company-owned stores, consisting of eight locations with a total of 203,465 square feet of space, could suffer significant impairment in value if we are forced to close additional stores and sell or lease the related properties during periods of weakness in certain markets. Additionally, if we are required to assume responsibility for payment under the lease obligations of $4,148 and $5,131 which we have guaranteed on behalf of licensees as of November 29, 2025 and November 30, 2024, respectively, we may not be able to secure sufficient sub-lease income in the current market to offset the payments required under the guarantees. We are also exposed to risk related to conditions in the commercial real estate rental market with respect to the right-of-use assets we carry on our balance sheet for leased retail store locations and warehouse facilities. At November 29, 2025, the unamortized balance of such right-of-use assets totaled $77,180. Should we have to close or otherwise abandon one of these leased locations, we could incur additional impairment charges if rental market conditions do not support a fair value for the right of use asset in excess of its carrying value.

As of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10-K, our principal executive officer and principal financial officer have evaluated the effectiveness of our “disclosure controls and procedures” (“Disclosure Controls”). Disclosure Controls, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), are procedures that are designed to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in our reports filed under the Exchange Act, such as this Annual Report, is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms. Disclosure Controls are also designed with the objective of ensuring that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including the CEO and CFO, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Our management, including the CEO and CFO, does not expect that our Disclosure Controls will prevent all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the design of a control system must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, and the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. The design of any system of controls also is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions.

Based upon their controls evaluation, our CEO and CFO have concluded that our Disclosure Controls are effective at a reasonable assurance level.

We are responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting in accordance with Exchange Act Rule 13a-15. With the participation of our CEO and CFO, our management conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of November 29, 2025 based on the criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation, management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of November 29, 2025, based on those criteria. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the Company have been detected.

Grant Thornton LLP, the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, has issued an attestation report on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

Changes in internal control over financial reporting.

There have been no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting during our fourth fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Board of Directors and Stockholders

Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated (a Virginia corporation) and subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of November 29, 2025, based on criteria established in the 2013 Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (“COSO”). In our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of November 29, 2025, based on criteria established in the 2013 Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by COSO.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”), the consolidated financial statements of the Company as of and for the year ended November 29, 2025, and our report dated February 5, 2026 expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements.

Basis for Opinion

The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying management’s report on internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

/s/ Grant Thornton LLP

Charlotte, North Carolina

February 5, 2026