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Atlanta Market, Atlanta Apparel to co-locate early this summer
[caption id="attachment_30940" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo courtesy of ANDMORE.[/caption] This June, Atlanta Market and Atlanta Apparel will co-locate at AmericasMart Atlanta, marking the first major buying opportunity of the summer. Two Markets, one trip. The Summer 2026 Markets will b... READ MORE »
NRF forecasts 4.4% annual retail sales growth with new economic model
The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecast that retail sales in 2026 will grow by 4.4% over 2025 to $5.6 trillion, based on a newly enhanced forecasting approach developed in partnership with Oxford Economics, one of the world’s leading independent economic advisory firms. The announcement was ... READ MORE »
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor’s February data shows another month of sales growth
Retail sales grew again in February, with moderate gains month over month and strong increases year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by National Retail Federation (NRF). “Despite harsh winter weather, consumer spending grew once again ... READ MORE »
New Forever stamp to debut at 136th Garfield-Perry March Party
A new Forever stamp featuring bright, colorful sunflowers will be released during the 136th annual March Party of the Cleveland-based Garfield-Perry Stamp Club. [caption id="attachment_30929" align="alignright" width="300"] Image courtesy of Garfield-Perry Stamp Club.[/caption] A ceremony to r... READ MORE »
Dallas Market Center brings 3 markets together for March
Next month, Dallas Market Center transforms into a full lifestyle buying experience. From March 24–27, Apparel & Accessories, Gift & Home Market, and KidsWorld align to create powerful, multi-category sourcing designed for how today’s retailers merchandise their boutiques. When appare... READ MORE »
Finalists announced for the 37th annual Louie Awards
The Greeting Card Association (GCA) revealed the finalists for the 37th annual Louie Awards, the premier celebration of greeting card design, creativity and craftsmanship. These standout cards showcase emotion, innovation, and attention to detail, proving why the greeting card industry continues to ... READ MORE »
GCA to host Happy Birthday stamp release at Perfect Pop Up Party
The Greeting Card Association (GCA), in collaboration with the United States Postal Service (USPS), will host a first-of-its kind public event — to which all are invited. The Perfect Pairing Pop Up Party will happen April 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern at Track 15 in Providence, Rhode Island. ... READ MORE »
Keep US Posted urges USPS regulators to deny petition for unlimited rate increases
Keep US Posted submitted comments to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) opposing the US. Postal Service’s recent petition asking for unlimited power to raise prices for Market Dominant mail, which includes all First-Class mail, marketing mail, newspapers and magazines. Instead, Keep US Posted ... READ MORE »
NRF responds to Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued the following statement from Executive Vice President of Government Relations David French in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the Trump administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs. “Th... READ MORE »
Shoppe Object sees successful 2026 NYC winter market
Fresh off an international expansion marked by the launch of its new bi-annual European edition in Paris, Shoppe Object, the premier curated home and gift show, returned to the Starrett-Lehigh Building Feb. 1-3 for its New York winter edition. Over 850 carefully selected brands from around the world... READ MORE »
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