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Retailers worry, but hope to fill Santa’s sleigh
Merchants are already shelving Christmas goods and trying to get a jump-start on what is expected to be a lackluster holiday season.An ailing housing market, high energy prices and slew of Chinese toy recalls are... more »
Hiring for the holidays
Jack-o-lanterns aren't carved yet, but Great Falls retailers, from big box stores to smaller caterers, are already looking for extra workers to staff their businesses during the longer and busier holiday shopping days.Competition to hire... more »
Family opens gift shop, finding a new season for their own dreams
Natchez — Their store may look and smell like autumn, but that's exactly what the owners of new Natchez shop Seasons were hoping for.Owned by mother and daughters trio Melva Findley, Melissa Findley and Sarah... more »
Modest September Gains Reflect Conservative Consumer, According to NRF
Washington – Though September sales gains were moderate, they were better than expected, giving retailers a welcome surprise as they head into the ever-important holiday season. According to the National Retail Federation, retail industry sales... more »
Cottage Market to be expansion of Essie’s
This little store went to market.Three cottages are already in place at Cottage Market at the corner of St. Louis Street and College Avenue, and more are planned.In other words, Essie's Gift Shop, in business... more »
Big Retailers Cutting Prices to Reverse Weak Sales
Retailers are in for a tough fall — and consumers are in for deep discounts.Big chains reported a bleak September yesterday, with sales at stores open at least a year rising just 1.7 percent, the... more »
Retail Sales Outlook Diminishes
Blaming unusually balmy weather that quelled demand for fall fashions, department stores and apparel retailers reported some of the most disappointing results. J.C. Penney Co., Nordstrom Inc. and Limited Brands Inc. all cut their estimates... more »
New Product Introductions Inspire Retailers at the Fall 2007 Gift & Home Furnishings Market(tm) At the L.A. Mart
LA - The Fall 2007 Gift & Home Furnishings Market(tm) at the L.A. Mart stirred up retailers' product mixes for the upcoming holiday season with an exciting array of unique new products and complete new... more »
Iota Stationery Essentials Unveils 2008 Collection
Basalt, Colo. - Iota is pleased to announce its brand spanking new collection for 2008! Nine signature iota patterns will adorn paper goods including folded notecards, boxed notecard sets, gift wrap, journals, gift tags and... more »
New Luxe Living’ Section to Enhance GLM’s Global Home Sourcing Shows
White Plains NY - "Luxe Living" - a new area for high-end resources and distinctive, customized booths - will launch at Global Home Textiles and Global Home Decor, May 6-8, 2008, at the Sands Expo... more »
April Cornell Launches New Giving World Website
Burlington, Vt. - April Cornell provides an opportunity for charitable giving with the launch of its new website, givingworldfoundation.org. April Cornell has long been recognized for her philanthropic endeavors through The Giving World Foundation. Her... more »
Mud Pie Offers New Additions to its Quotables Collection
Tucker, Ga. - Perfect for every occasion and adorned with a themed charm, Mud Pie's Quotable Frames have proven to be one of the firm's most popular gift items. Retailing at only $10, the Quotable... more »
