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Philadelphia Gift Show wraps up 30th edition

The Philadelphia Gift Show, the largest gift show in the Mid-Atlantic region, concluded its 30th anniversary show, which took place Feb. 1–3 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. This year’s show delivered an energized marketplace... more »

NRF responds to Supreme Court ruling on tariffs

The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued the following statement from Executive Vice President of Government Relations David French in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the Trump administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic... more »

Supreme Court declares Trump’s emergency tariffs are illegal

On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s expansive global tariff program, delivering a significant loss to a cornerstone of his economic agenda. In a 6-3 ruling, the justices focused on tariffs enacted... more »

Atlanta’s March markets deliver 3 distinct buying opportunities

AmericasMart Atlanta and Casual Market Atlanta announce three dynamic March shopping events that bring expanded buying opportunities, immediate cash & carry deals and seasonal sample sale savings for retailers, designers and buyers across home, gift,... more »

FarmHouse Fresh launches first skincare-meets-complexion hybrid

FarmHouse Fresh is entering the crossover category for the first time with the launch of Tint-sational Sheer Skin-Perfecting Serum, its first true skincare-meets-complexion hybrid. The lightweight... more »

Shoppe Object sees successful 2026 NYC winter market

Fresh off an international expansion marked by the launch of its new bi-annual European edition in Paris, Shoppe Object, the premier curated home and gift show, returned to the Starrett-Lehigh Building Feb. 1-3 for its... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor’s January data shows fourth consecutive monthly gain

Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase and strong year-over-year gains in January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by NRF. “Consumers demonstrated continued resilience in January, showing moderate spending... more »

K. Hall Studio acquires Homesick BVG from WIN Brands Group

K. Hall Studio, a leader in design-driven home fragrance and personal care, announced the acquisition of Homesick BVG from WIN Brands Group, the parent company of Homesick, a nationally recognized fragrance brand known for its... more »

Reps Are Local Too launches ‘Share the Love’ initiative with 3 appreciation weeks in 2026

Reps Are Local Too announced Share the Love, a new industry-wide initiative designed to celebrate the relationships that power the gift, home and lifestyle industry. The initiative introduces three dedicated appreciation weeks in 2026, inviting... more »

SasSea Wraps introduces Slip-Proof Grip Spiral Hair Ties

SasSea Wraps launched its Slip-Proof Grip Spiral Hair Ties, a patent-pending innovation designed for athletes, adventurers and style-conscious consumers who demand performance without compromise. Engineered to... more »