Retail imports set new peak season

Imports likely saw their busiest “peak season” on record this summer and fall as retailers replenished inventories and stocked up for the holiday season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the... more »

Atlanta highlights updates, relocations and more for Winter 2021 staging

Atlanta Market has confirmed nearly 70,000 square feet of new, expanded and relocated home décor showrooms in preparation for its Winter 2021 staging, Jan. 12-19, 2021. The updates include three new showrooms and eight relocations... more »

Mud Pie marks 10th anniversary with launch of 10 years of WOMEN collection

What began as a small resort collection a decade ago, has evolved into its own fashion brand. Mud Pie marks this 10th anniversary with a special launch for Spring 2021 entitled, “10 years of WOMEN.”   ... more »

Toy Association unveils Toy of the Year finalists

From educational toys that make at-home learning fun, to creative crafts, board games, and innovative toys the whole family can enjoy together, the 2021 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Award finalists announced by The Toy Association are sure to... more »

January Denver Apparel Market revives markets of the past

The new Denver January Market is the first in-person Market at the Denver Mart in 2021. Keeping the health and safety of all in attendance, buyers and exhibitors is the forefront of our planning. This... more »

Las Vegas Market offers ways to refresh inventories

With a surge in consumer demand for home décor and home office furnishings during the COVID-19 pandemic and an expected increase in gift sales for the coming holiday season, International Market Center's (IMC) Winter 2021... more »

IAAPA shares details on IAAPA Expo ǀ IAAPA Virtual Education Conference

IAAPA will host its first ever IAAPA Expo ǀ Virtual Education Conference from Nov. 16-18. Last month, when IAAPA announced the cancellation of IAAPA Expo 2020, the association immediately pivoted to make it possible for... more »

IMC webinar prepares retailers for success, post COVID-19

International Market Centers (IMC) is preparing retailers for success by looking back at the challenges of the past year in a new hour-long webinar, 2020: A Year of Huge Obstacles, Tough Lessons and Fresh Starts. This... more »

NRF reports strong retail growth numbers, consumer resiliency

Retail sales have largely recovered from the pandemic heading into the holiday season but the growing number of coronavirus cases remains a threat and additional federal stimulus could help keep the economy on track, National... more »

Dallas Market Center releases details for WESA shows

Dallas Market Center announced details of the January launch of the world’s largest marketplace for Western & English brands. From Jan. 14-17, WESA’s International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Market will take place together with the... more »