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American consumers are cutting back

New York -- After months of speculation about how long American consumers can stay resilient to housing and credit woes, economists said Friday that last month's retail sales weakness shows households are rethinking their spending... more »

Reserve shop adds local flair

Until this summer, flavored sticks of candy were the best-selling item at the Vancouver National Historic Reserve's gift shop. That's because the offerings there were limited.Now the shop features racks of historical and locally themed... more »

Consumers could face higher toy prices

New York — Someone is going to have to pay all the extra costs of making toys safer.For now, toy makers and retailers are sharing the burden, but that's only expected to last until the... more »

Exciting Developments Planned for NYIGF in 2008

White Plains, NY - The vibrancy of the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF) will increase exponentially with exciting developments in every division and at all locations - including the launch of STUDIOtm, a new... more »

China to Ban Lead Paint in Toys

Responding to a public uproar over a rash of recalls, U.S. and Chinese regulators moved to ban the use of lead paint in toys and promised changes to the way Chinese imports to the U.S.... more »

Web Stores Tap Product Reviews

Retailers have long admired Web pioneer Amazon.com Inc.'s product reviews -- in which consumers rate books and other products -- for the way they help persuade shoppers to make online purchases.Now, other companies are tapping... more »

Anita Roddick: A life in business

Dame Anita Roddick, who died last night aged 64, garnered a formidable reputation as a successful businesswoman and entrepreneur as well as an environmental campaigner.She opened her first shop in Littlehampton, West Sussex, in 1976,... more »

Zutano Inc. and Bananafish Seal the Deal for New Licensed Baby Bedding Collection

CABOT, VT- Zutano Inc. an industry leader in specialty baby fashion is proud to announce a new partnership with Bananafish, manufacturer of upscale baby bedding, nursery decor and newest division of The Betesh Group. Under... more »

September Total Home & Gift Market Can’t Be Missed

Dallas, TX - - Dallas Market Center, the world's largest wholesale merchandise resource, today announced that the upcoming Total Home & Gift Market, taking place September 15 - 17, 2007 will introduce Dallas Market Center's... more »

Mud Pie Participates in Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk

Atlanta, GA - On October 12-14, 2007, Adrienne Boyer, executive vice president of Mud Pie, will join thousands of other dedicated women and men at the Atlanta Breast Cancer 3-Day walk, benefiting Susan G Komen... more »