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Las Vegas Market CEO Summit experts address trade war
For gift and home furnishings companies grappling with the Trump trade war, there are neither easy answers nor is there any immediate relief in sight. And regardless of where the situation with tariffs and global... more »
IMC’s August markets draw global business
IMC’s August 2019 markets in Atlanta – World of Prom and the August Atlanta Apparel Market – saw robust order writing and attendees from across the nation and around the world. “The August social occasion... more »
Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food donates over 20,000 pounds of food
Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food, a leading super premium pet food company, recently donated 2,010 pounds of their nutritious dog food to Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue and their Pawsitive Change Prison Program. The... more »
July retail sales show strong gains
The National Retail Federation (NRF) noted retail sales were up 0.9 percent in July seasonally adjusted from June and up 5.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year. The numbers exclude automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants. “July’s strong... more »
Retailers respond to tariff delay ahead of holiday season
The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued a statement from its senior vice president for government relations,David French, after the Trump administration announced it would delay new tariffs on certain consumer products until December 15. Tariffs... more »
NY NOW Summer 2019 recognizes winners of Best New Product Awards
NY NOW recognized all the winners of the Best New Product Awards at Summer Market during their first Awards Night, that celebrated exceptional brands, designers and visionaries. Hundreds of exhibitors entered the awards and one... more »
TrendWatch highlights at Fall High Point Market
International Market Centers (IMC) said its TrendWatch program will feature three directional themes – Animalier, Drenching and Focus – for Fall 2019 High Point Market, which runs from Oct. 19 - Oct. 23, 2019. The... more »
Woof Gang Bakery celebrates 10th anniversary in Central Florida
Woof Gang Bakery, the nation’s leader in specialty pet retail and grooming, marks a significant business milestone this month with the company’s 10th anniversary in central Florida. The Orlando-based franchise company has 24 central Florida... more »
Faire introduces international makers to its wholesale marketplace
Faire, a company that connects retailers with the world’s makers, introduces international makers to its curated boutique wholesale marketplace. The introduction of international makers expands Faire’s marketplace and gives retailers a selection of products from around... more »
Party City sells Canadian stores
Party City Holdco Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Canadian Tire Corporation, whereby Canadian Tire will acquire the retail business and assets of Party City’s Canadian subsidiary. As part of this transaction, Canadian Tire... more »
Packed Party to join Whole Foods shelves
When you think of Whole Foods, you don't necessarily think of party décor. Food, food prep and cleanup supplies, sure, but it's not typically where you go to festoon your shindig. Starting this month, that... more »
Las Vegas Market raises $16,000 for Gift for Life
Las Vegas Market's ninth annual Up on the Roof Gift for Life fundraiser generated $16,000 for DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS. A record crowd of home and gift industry representatives enjoyed a presentation by... more »
