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Old World Christmas launches new partnerships for 2025 ornaments

Old World Christmas announced multiple new licensing partnerships for the creation of hand-blown glass ornaments. General Mills, Magic The Gathering and The J.M. Smucker Company and Strawberry Shortcake will come to life this holiday season... more »

Home vs Hunger raises over $10,000 for World Central Kitchen at High Point Market

Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger team wrapped up another edition of its “Party with a Purpose” fundraiser during the Spring 2025 High Point Market, raising $10,300 in support of World Central Kitchen’s ongoing hunger... more »

Dallas Market Center previews Total Home & Gift Market in June 2025

Dallas Market Center,  a B2B marketplace in North America, announces details for its upcoming Total Home & Gift Market, the first summer show in the U.S., taking place June 18-24 with the TEMPS (temporary exhibitors)... more »

ANDMORE introduces strategic support initiatives amid economic shifts

ANDMORE is taking action to support its community during this period of economic uncertainty. From advocacy to financial support, ANDMORE is focused on delivering value and amplifying the voice of the industry at every level.... more »

NRF applauds US, China temporary slash on tariffs

National Retail Federation president and CEO Matthew Shay applauded the Trump administration’s announcement that it will reduce tariffs on imports from China for 90 days to continue trade negotiations. The move will slash U.S. tariffs... more »

Import cargo levels to see first year-over-year drop since 2023 due to tariffs

Import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is expected to see its first year-over-year decline in over a year and a half this month as the effect of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump... more »

Dallas Market Center launches new website ahead of summer markets

Dallas Market Center launched its new website, designed to offer an unparalleled buyer and exhibitor experience. This innovative platform, featuring the most advanced search tools in the industry, mobile FastPass for quicker entry, and personalized... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: April sales grew as consumers stocked up ahead of tariffs

Retail sales grew in April as many consumers moved up buying to avoid higher prices expected to come with tariffs, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail... more »

Gift resources set the stage for Summer 2025 Las Vegas Market

Las Vegas Market delivers an expanded selection of gift resources and fresh opportunities to discover new products and emerging brands at World Market Center Las Vegas, July 27–31. Photo courtesy of... more »

Elevated inspiration, diverse finds await at Summer 2025 Atlanta Market

The summer 2025 edition of Atlanta Market introduces nearly 10 updates to its permanent home furnishings showrooms, featuring an expanded selection of brands and enhanced resources for the July 15–21 buying event at AmericasMart Atlanta.... more »