July Casual Market Atlanta sets strong momentum for 2025 dual-market cycle

The July 15–17 summer Casual Market Atlanta closed with strong engagement and product discovery, marking the first of two complementary sourcing events for the casual and outdoor furnishings industry in 2025. As part of ANDMORE’s... more »

40 Market Snapshot finalists named for summer 2025 Las Vegas Market

Las Vegas Market has named 40 finalists in its Market Snapshot program, a semi-annual collection of innovative products from its furniture, home décor and gift permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits. Online voting for the “People’s... more »

4 ‘People’s Choice’ Market Snapshot winners preview must-sees at Atlanta Market

From 40 products, Atlanta Market participants have selected four “People’s Choice” winners in the summer 2025 Market Snapshot program: Things Could Be Worse Collection by Calamityware; Blue Bird Ottoman by LR Home; Regina Bowls by... more »

Two-thirds of shoppers kicked off back-to-school buying by July

Two-thirds (67%) of back-to-school shoppers had already begun purchasing items for the upcoming school year as of early July, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights &... more »

Kerusso hires industry veteran Jourdain Foster as national sales manager

Kerusso, a faith-based apparel and inspirational gift company, appointed Jourdain Foster as national sales manager. Foster brings more than 12 years of experience in the apparel and gift industry, with deep expertise in sales leadership,... more »

New & Noteworthy: Preview upcoming summer markets

It’s the dawn of a new trade show season — and how things change in just half a year from our bustling winter show season. With various economic headwinds at play, buying smart is as... more »

Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 30% tariffs on the European Union and Mexico beginning Aug. 1 — a move that could significantly strain U.S. trade relations with two major economic partners. Trump... more »

Comfort Clothes: 2 wholesalers share the latest apparel trends

Customers are increasingly searching for versatile clothing options that can be comfortable yet stylish at once. “Customers are looking for easy,... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows sales slowed in June as concerns about tariffs continued

Retail sales slowed in June amid continued consumer worries about the impact of government policies on the economy, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF). “June’s... more »

Totalee Gift announces first licensed artist collaboration with Cherrywood Lane

Totalee Gift announced its first licensed artist collaboration with Cherrywood Lane, the design house founded by illustrator and surface pattern designer Jessa Bray. This partnership introduces a vibrant, trend-forward line of giftable goods that blend... more »