Edited by Megan Smalley
Registration opens for Winter 2026 Atlanta Market
Events
Sept. 26, 2025
The upcoming show provides access to over 6,000 product lines.
Brave Toys acquires My Creative Box
Wholesaler News
Sept. 26, 2025
Brave Toys, parent company of CONNETIX, builds momentum with this acquisition by expanding in the educational toy sector.
MarketTime merges with EMUN Inc.
Business
Sept. 25, 2025
The merger allows the two brands to leverage their strengths and services to the gift, home, apparel and lifestyle industries.
Halloween spending to reach $13.1 billion
Business
Sept. 24, 2025
NRF survey indicates Halloween spending is up this year, with consumers anticipating tariffs to raise prices.
Bishop Museum announces new retail partnership
Retailer News
Sept. 19, 2025
Hawaiian Council has taken over gift shop operations and is renovating to spotlight more Hawaiian-made products.
The Toy Association announces strategic hires
Business
Sept. 16, 2025
Jeff Snyderman and Maria Sierra are joining the organization’s executive teams.
Surf Expo delivers expanding categories and industry optimism
Events
Sept. 16, 2025
The show also featured strong attendance, with retailers from 66 countries at the September event.
Imports decline following summer surge to beat tariffs
Tariffs
Sept. 11, 2025
The Global Port Tracker report from NRF and Hackett Associates estimates declining imports for the remainder of 2025.
Dallas Market Center opens hotel blocks for June 2026 Markets
Events
Sept. 11, 2025
The show organizer has opened hotel blocks early ahead of the FIFA World Cup events.
NY NOW and Greeting Card Association to co-locate events in February 2026
Events
Sept. 10, 2025
With the co-located events, *Noted will feature a dedicated pavilion within the NY NOW Winter Market show floor.
Atlanta’s Fall Market and Casual Market Atlanta align for mid-season sourcing
Wholesaler News
Sept. 9, 2025
The co-located shows will offer over 450 home and gift showrooms along with 120 casual furnishings resources this September.
ANDMORE announces new executive team to support growth
Business
Sept. 4, 2025
Trade show venue operator has tapped a new chief financial officer and made several other executive level appointments.
Wanderlust opens as souvenir shop at Dulles International Airport
Retailer News
Sept. 3, 2025
The new gift shop features unique souvenirs that celebrate the spirit of Washington, D.C.
AAA lists top domestic travel destinations for Labor Day weekend
Business
Aug. 28, 2025
This year, Seattle is a hotspot for Labor Day weekend travel based on the company’s booking data.
Just Cards Direct expands to North America
Wholesaler News
Aug. 26, 2025
The U.K.-based publisher of Christian greeting cards and gifts has partnered with Anchor’s full-service distribution and fulfillment support.
NY NOW Summer Market connected buyers ahead of holiday season
Events
Aug. 26, 2025
Show organizers also plan to make several updates for its Winter 2026 event.
Autumn/Winter 2025 buying surges at Atlanta Apparel
Events
Aug. 21, 2025
Buyers at the show also made early commitments with vendors for Spring/Summer 2026.
New reciprocal tariffs to go into effect
Tariffs
Aug. 13, 2025
National Retail Federation pushes for binding trade agreement and lowering tariff rates.
Kerusso names new head of product and design
Wholesaler News
Aug. 13, 2025
Rachel White will oversee product strategy and design execution at Kerusso.
WHSmith expands retail presence at John F. Kennedy International Airport
Retailer News
Aug. 5, 2025
The company was awarded eight new stores in the airport’s New Terminal One, which opens in 2026.
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