Retail
NRF expects holiday sales to grow
With retail sales rebounding strongly due to continued consumer resilience, the National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasted that holiday sales during ... READ MORE »
Core Home acquires W+W and Wild and Woofy brands
Core Home, a New York City-based producer of premium housewares, announced its acquisition of the UK-based gift and pet brands, W+W and Wild and Woofy... READ MORE »
Consumers embrace earlier start to holiday shopping
Over 40% of holiday shoppers say they started earlier than they normally do, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail F... READ MORE »
Chronicle Books acquires Wild + Wolf’s three signature game and toy brands
Chronicle Books announced the acquisition of Wild + Wolf’s three signature game & toy brands: Petit Collage, eco-friendly toys and gifts with hi... READ MORE »
Retailers prepare for holiday season
Imports likely saw their busiest “peak season” on record this summer and fall as retailers replenished inventories and stocked up for the holiday ... READ MORE »
NRF economist indicates strong retail growth numbers, consumer resiliency
Retail sales have largely recovered from the pandemic heading into the holiday season but the growing number of coronavirus cases remains a threat and... READ MORE »
Consumers prioritize holiday spending on family, friends
Purchasing gifts for friends and loved ones is a way for consumers to shift focus from the uncertainty and stress of the pandemic to celebrating the h... READ MORE »
Schleich USA shifts Canadian business in-house
Schleich, a leading manufacturer of animal figurines, announced that beginning Jan. 1, 2021 it will be servicing Canadian customers directly from its ... READ MORE »
NRF Foundation offers COVID-19 trainings to retailers
The NRF Foundation launched two new credentials in its RISE Up program in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The credentials focus on Retail Operat... READ MORE »
Imports set new record as retailers stock up
Imports reached an all-time high this summer as retail sales bounced back from the pandemic and merchants replenished inventories and stocked up early... READ MORE »
