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NRF: Import cargo volume to see gain again in June, drop below 2025 levels into fall

Import volumes at major U.S. container ports are expected to see a skewed year-over-year bump again this month in anticipation of more tariffs and rising fuel prices but then remain below last year’s levels into... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows sales grew again in May

Retail sales rose for the eighth consecutive month in May despite high gas prices and ongoing inflation, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF). “Retail... more »

NY NOW adds to sales and marketing team, launches new branding

NY NOW, the New York-based gift, home, and lifestyle trade show, announced the addition of four experienced industry professionals to its sales and marketing team, along with a refreshed brand identity designed to reflect the... more »

Chelsea Taylor launches Jax Ryan Jewelry

Jax Ryan Jewelry, a new division of the world-famous design firm Chelsea Taylor, announced its official entry into the retail and gift markets with a line of licensed, fashion-forward University and Pro Sports jewelry. This... more »

Ivystone launches enhanced website experience ahead of summer markets

Ivystone introduced a series of updates to Ivystone.com designed to create a faster, more intuitive wholesale shopping experience. As a centralized platform for wholesale shopping, planning and reordering, Ivystone.com is built for the way retailers... more »

Bourbon Royalty unveils brand refresh at Atlanta and Dallas Markets

Bourbon Royalty, the Louisiana-based home fragrance company known for its candles and fragrance collections, is unveiling a complete brand refresh this June at the Atlanta and... more »

Space applications open for The Inspired Home Show 2027

Space applications are now open for The Inspired Home Show 2027, the exposition for the home and housewares industry organized annually by the International Housewares Association (IHA). The 2027 Show — to be held March... more »

Atlanta Market opens ‘People’s Choice’ voting for summer 2026 Market Snapshot awards

Voting is now open for Atlanta Market's "People's Choice" awards, recognizing the top products from the summer 2026 Market Snapshot program. View the 25 finalists and cast your vote at atlantamarket.com/News-and-Trends/Market-Snapshot through June 8. Winners... more »

Blue Stallion Farm to debut full lifestyle brand

Built not from an idea of farm life but from the real rhythms of a home where gardens, horses, chickens and fruit trees shape the seasons, Blue Stallion Farm introduces a collection of products that... more »

nora fleming debuts new minis, gift set partnership with Anfora

nora fleming is bringing even more joy to summer entertaining with the launch of several new handpainted minis and versatile serving pieces arriving... more »