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NRF: Economy remains ‘sturdy’ despite forecast for slower growth
Despite expectations for slower growth of both gross domestic product and retail sales, the economy should continue to do well the remainder of this year, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist for the National Retail Federation... more »
Gift for Life responds to killing of World Central Kitchen workers
Gift for Life issued a statement in response to Monday’s news that seven World Central Kitchen (WCK) workers were killed during hunger relief operations in Gaza. “We were shocked and saddened by yesterday’s news that... more »
Gift for Life, NY NOW partner for 2024 AIDS Walk New York
Gift for Life and NY NOW are once again fielding a team for AIDS Walk New York, the largest single-day AIDS fundraising event in the world, on Sunday, May 19, in New York’s Central Park.... more »
Fred Marione named chief revenue officer at Crane Stationery
Crane Stationery, a provider of luxury stationery products, promoted Fred Marione to the position of chief revenue officer. According to Crane, Marione brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record of... more »
High Point Market unveils events, education opportunities for spring 2024
Education and industry networking opportunities are slated for ANDMORE at High Point Market this spring with a packed schedule of more than 30 seminars and events — including six CEU-eligible courses — April 13-17. “Beyond... more »
Formal Markets identifies autumn/winter 2024 bridal, occasion trends
The ANDMORE Formal Markets Fashion Office has released its curated list of autumn/winter 2024 formal trends, providing retailers with insights into upcoming colors, accessories, fabrics and prints across bridal, homecoming, bridesmaid, accessories, quinceañera and prom.... more »
ANDMORE previews Summer 2024 Atlanta Market
The summer 2024 edition of Atlanta Market is brimming with discovery opportunities as it leverages major changes in top categories, including refined gift and home temporaries, a remerchandising of The Gardens, expanded outdoor living resources... more »
Transpac Brands launches new, consolidated website
Transpac Brands has debuted its new website and domain, transpacbrands.com. This platform will serve as a centralized hub for all Transpac Brands, including Transpac, Totalee Gift, Season’s Designs and VIP Home & Garden. [caption id="attachment_89333"... more »
Beatriz Ball supports autism awareness with profit donations
April is Autism Awareness month, and Beatriz Ball supports autism awareness as its corporate cause. Beatriz Ball is donating 100% of the profits from two special items to the organization Autism Speaks. One product is... more »
Summer Dallas Market Temps trending to be largest in a decade
The Temps at Dallas Total Home & Gift Market's exhibitors, taking place June 19-22, is ahead of goal for the designated space already leased in the World Trade Center, Trade Mart and Market Hall. [caption... more »
Retail sales to reach at least $5.23 trillion in 2024
The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts that 2024 retail sales will increase between 2.5% and 3.5% to between $5.23 trillion and $5.28 trillion. The announcement was made during NRF’s fourth annual State of Retail &... more »
Indie & Main ceases operations
Indie & Main, an online wholesale marketplace by OneCoast, has officially closed. The company announced its closure through a social media post on March 15. "Our team is so thankful for every one of our... more »