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U.S.-based Williams-Sonoma has emerged as the world’s largest publicly traded furniture company by market capitalisation in 2026, underlining the growing dominance of premium home furnishing brands in a rapidly evolving global retail market.

Since its founding in 1958 in Älmhult, Sweden, IKEA has grown from a small Swedish business into a global leader in the furniture industry, known for its affordable, stylish, and functional home solutions. Today, the company is in more than 60 markets worldwide, adapting its product lines to cater to diverse consumer needs, living spaces, and cultural preferences.