The home sector business is going through a tough time.

Both Bed Bath & Beyond and At Home are having a rough time in the stock market.

At Home had a terrible quarter, with its stock value dropping by half. Bed Bath & Beyond is also struggling, with a reported 6.6% decrease in sales, falling short of the expected 3.8% decline. The company is also facing internal challenges. Executive leaders at Bed Bath & Beyond are in conflict with activist investors pushing for a change in leadership. Interim CEO Mary Winston acknowledged the company’s failure to keep up with changing consumer shopping trends during a recent conference call.

Bed Bath & Beyond has seen its stock value plummet by 90% over the last five years, raising concerns about its ability to recover. The recent power struggle between investors and executives has worsened the situation, along with broader challenges in the traditional retail industry. Despite efforts to reduce prices, the company struggles to match competitors, particularly against online giant Amazon. The interim CEO emphasized the need for significant changes in the company’s strategy.