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Point of sale trends to watch in 2019
The physical point of sale may see major changes in 2019. Online and mobile payment methods have been revamped with new updates, but the in-store POS can expect improvements with new technology and concepts increasing... more »
Las Vegas Market, industry groups partner for special programming
Las Vegas Market partnerships with more than 40 industry organizations across the globe will add to the host of special programming, tours, educational opportunities and networking events planned for Winter 2019 Las Vegas Market, running... more »
Enesco debuting sculpture collection at AmericasMart
Enesco will launch Edge Sculpture, a collection of contemporary sculptures hailing from the UK. Designed and sculpted by Matt Buckley, Edge Sculpture is a collection influenced by style rather than subject. The mix of form,... more »
U.S. holiday e-commerce sales grew 18 percent
U.S. e-commerce sales trotted off to a strong start just before Thanksgiving, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. E-commerce sales grew 18.3 percent year-over-year in the period from Nov. 1 through Dec. 19. Mastercard SpendingPulse provides insights... more »
California bans pet store sales of non-rescue dogs, cats
A California law banning pet stores from selling non-rescue dogs, cats and rabbits will go into effect Jan. 1, 2019. Pet store operators will have to provide records of origin for the animals or face... more »
Chip and Joanna Gaines, Scooter Braun to headline NRF 2019
On the last day of NRF 2019: Retail’s Big Show, the keynote stage will close the National Retail Federation’s 108th annual convention with lessons on brand-building from entrepreneurs Chip and Joanna Gaines and entertainment executive... more »
2019 Global Pet Expo set for March 20-22
As the first pet industry trade show of 2019, Global Pet Expo gives attendees the opportunity to see first-hand the newest pet products before they hit store shelves. Presented by theAmerican Pet Products Association (APPA)... more »
Toy industry gives back this holiday season
From global charitable giving initiatives to donations in local communities, toy companies large and small have embraced the spirit of the season to give back to kids in need. Below is a selection of this... more »
Las Vegas Market expands gift, home décor resources at winter market
Las Vegas Market has confirmed nine new, expanded and relocated gift and home décor showrooms for Winter 2019 Las Vegas Market, running Jan. 27 – Jan. 31, 2019. With these latest additions, a total of... more »
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market schedule now available
Dallas Market Center has released the full lineup of events taking place during Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Jan. 16-22, 2019. Highlights include celebrity appearances, top interior design experts and business advice from industry... more »
New York City, New Jersey bills focus on cashless businesses
Bills being worked on by lawmakers in New York City and New Jersey would require businesses to accept cash. The lawmakers behind these bills say cash-free businesses are discriminatory against low-income customers. New York City... more »
Procrastinators rush to meet holiday deadline
More than 40 percent of holiday shoppers surveyed expected to finish their holiday gift shopping by Dec. 19, but the biggest procrastinators will still be buying gifts through Christmas Eve, according to the annual consumer... more »
