retailbuyers

Road Runners expands into Mid-Atlantic territory

Road Runners, a sales agency in the gift and home industry, began in operating in two states in 2000, but now represents gift and home lines in more than 30 states. Its latest expansion includes... more »

IHA plans 2020 Vietnam sourcing mission

To help members investigate alternatives to sourcing from China, the International Housewares Association (IHA) will hold a sourcing mission to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, next year. The 2020 Vietnam Sourcing Mission will be offered... more »

Retail imports see final tariff-driven surge of the year

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to see their final surge of the year this month ahead of new tariffs set to take effect in December, according to the Global Port... more »

Winter shows present opportunities to buy product and identify trends

The cold days of winter are an opportunity to buy product, identify trends and source new products to carry in stores. With the popularity of pet products increasing, there is such a variety of merchandise... more »

Jellybean Rugs acquires Homefires

Jellybean Rugs acquires all Homefires brand area and accent rugs, effective Jan. 1, 2020. Jellybean will revitalize and reorganize its company and products in a bold move to bring all Homefires brands into Jellybean.  This... more »

Gift Shop seeks input for its Buyers’ Journey Survey

Gift Shop is researching information sources that are most influential to retailers for each stage of the product sourcing and purchasing process. We are seeking input from retail buyers to complete the research and ask... more »

Chili Pepper

The Chili Pepper trend infuses the season with red-hot drama and excitement. With a name like this, you know this color will stimulate the senses! Click here for free product information. Cardinal Ornament Studio M... more »

Social media influences near-record Halloween spending

U.S. consumers are looking to social media for Halloween costume and decoration ideas as spending is expected to reach a near-record amount this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by... more »