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36th Annual Louie Award winners announced at ceremony in Las Vegas
The Greeting Card Association (GCA) celebrated excellence in greeting cards this evening at its 36th Annual Louie Awards Ceremony. The event took place at Las Vegas World Market Center, Building B, Floor 16, WorldView in Las Vegas. This year's competition had an incredible response from card makers ... READ MORE »
Toronto Market Week reveals 2026 dates
Toronto Market Week (TMW) announced the dates for its highly anticipated 2026 shows, giving buyers, retailers and exhibitors plenty of time to plan for a successful year of discovery and connection. [caption id="attachment_30221" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo courtesy of Toronto Market We... READ MORE »
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows strong spending in July as consumers responded to sales, bought ahead of tariffs
Retail spending bounced back in July as consumers sought out summer sales promotions to buy goods before more tariffs take effect, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF). “Consumer spending increased in July, dr... READ MORE »
Norman’s Hallmark expands with 22 store locations in Maryland
Norman's Hallmark continues to grow its brick-and-mortar footprint with a portfolio of 22 stores in Maryland. The strategic acquisition — which includes locations in Annapolis, Baltimore, Bethesda, Columbia, Frederick and Rockville — punctuates sustained growth for the Newtown, Pennsylvania-base... READ MORE »
Keep US Posted says USPS’ Q3 losses proves that new postmaster general should reject DeJoy’s strategy
Keep US Posted reacted to USPS’ third quarter losses by urging new Postmaster General David Steiner to assess former Postmaster General’s Delivering for America plan and make corrections. Specifically, Keep US Posted calls on Steiner to reject DeJoy’s plans to continue massive rate hikes, serv... READ MORE »
2025 import cargo levels expected to be down more than 5% from 2024 amid rising tariffs
With new tariffs putting pressure on international trade, import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is tentatively expected to end 2025 5.6% below 2024’s volume, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates. ... READ MORE »
‘Best Booth’ Awards highlight standout Temps at Las Vegas Market
Las Vegas Market has presented “Best Booth” Awards to five Gift & Home temporary exhibitors, recognizing exceptional merchandising and visual design across the 450 brands showcased at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas through Wednesday, July 30. "The Best Booth winners of this sum... READ MORE »
Las Vegas Market ignites new opportunities, trend discovery and buyer engagement
Las Vegas Market’s summer 2025 edition delivered a dynamic sourcing experience fueled by fresh product, strategic connections and design-driven storytelling. With more than 3,500 product lines spanning permanent showrooms and curated temporary exhibits, the event affirmed its role as a vital platf... READ MORE »
NY NOW announces new collaboration with tabletop, houseware brands
NY NOW announced a new collaboration with tabletop and houseware brands located at 41 Madison Avenue, home of the leading trade group representing the dinnerware, flatware, glassware, hotelware, lighting, luxury gift and housewares industries. The new collaboration is launching with a special instal... READ MORE »
Atlanta Market unites industry with purpose-driven sourcing, community connections
The summer 2025 edition of Atlanta Market brought renewed momentum and a sense of solidarity to the gift, home and outdoor industries, welcoming buyers and sellers from across the globe to AmericasMart Atlanta, July 15-21. The co-location with Casual Market Atlanta further expanded cross-category so... READ MORE »
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