Edited by Megan Smalley
ToyFest pauses 2026 event
Events
June 18, 2025
The Western Toy and Hobby Representatives Association plans to offer an exciting event for retailers in 2027.
Import cargo levels expected to surge
Business
June 13, 2025
NRF anticipates many retailers will take advantage of 90-day reductions in tariffs this summer to import their orders.
Heart on Main Street announces Dallas fundraising event
Events
June 11, 2025
The event will raise funds for independent retailers affected by natural disasters across the country.
ASTRA announces 2025 Play Award Winners
Events
June 10, 2025
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association recognized award winners during its Annual Marketplace & Academy event in June.
Father’s Day spending to hit $24B in 2025
Business
June 9, 2025
An NRF survey finds that consumer spending around Father’s Day is up from $22.4 billion spent in 2024.
NY NOW preps for 2025 Summer Market
Events
June 6, 2025
Show organizers say the Aug. 3-5 event will focus on helping retailers to build stronger supply chains.
Dallas Market Center creates Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship
Business
June 5, 2025
The new scholarship will help Texas A&M University students pursuing careers in retail or wholesale.
Gift for Life’s Home vs. Hunger event raises over $10K for hunger relief efforts
Business
May 21, 2025
The fundraiser, which took place in late April at Spring 2025 High Point Market, will benefit World Central Kitchen’s work.
AAA projects 45.1 million Americans to travel domestically for Memorial Day
Business
May 20, 2025
Orlando tops the holiday destination list for Memorial Day weekend, with many interested in its theme parks and nearby cruise port.
Universal Orlando Resort unveils new retail experiences at Epic Universe
Retailer News
May 14, 2025
The new Universal Epic Universe theme park officially opens May 22.
ANDMORE releases strategic support initiatives amid economic shifts
Tariffs
May 13, 2025
The company is offering a new incentive program for some of its summer market events to help qualified buyers.
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market to show off trending products in summer
Events
May 13, 2025
The show will offer a variety of new gift and holiday resources for retailers June 18-24 at Dallas Market Center.
Yoonique releases LaBabies plush line
Wholesaler News
April 28, 2025
The new line of anime-inspired plush debuts on shelves this spring.
Retail sales rise in March despite consumer worries
Business
April 28, 2025
NRF reports that more consumers are concerned about prices as tariffs rise.
Aurora World announces several executive promotions
Wholesaler News
April 25, 2025
The plush toy and gift manufacturer has promoted team members to executive vice president and senior vice president of sales.
Dallas Market Center launches anti-tariff initiative
Tariffs
April 24, 2025
The initiative includes a petition and retail action plan.
Las Vegas Market Summer 2025 to present dynamic mix of gift and home temporaries
Events
April 24, 2025
The temporaries will feature both established and emerging brands in six categories.
Summer Atlanta Market to offer revamped gift resources
Events
April 23, 2025
Show organizers list six updates for the Summer 2025 event.
Gift For Life and NY NOW partner for 2025 AIDS Walk New York
Events
April 21, 2025
The fundraising event is scheduled for May 18 in New York City.
Heart on Main Street donates over $20,000 to independent retailers
Retailer News
April 21, 2025
The organization has also started a new giving initiative for independent retailers.
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