Edited by Megan Smalley
Kerusso celebrates 50 million T-shirts sold
Wholesaler News
Oct. 16, 2025
The Christian apparel maker marks a milestone of global impact with T-shirt sales.
Ninth annual Museum Store Sunday returns Nov. 30
Retailer News
Oct. 16, 2025
The Museum Store Association expects over 2,200 museum stores to participate in the global event.
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger hosts non-event event fundraiser at High Point Market
Events
Oct. 10, 2025
The non-event event invites marketgoers to skip the party and donate directly to the World Central Kitchen.
Avolta expands retail footprint at Atlanta International Airport
Retailer News
Oct. 10, 2025
The company’s Hudson brand will open 20 new retail stores, including two hybrid concepts, at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
OneCoast forms partnership with Mary Meyer
Wholesaler News
Oct. 9, 2025
Independent retailers will be able to shop for Mary Meyer products through OneCoast territory managers, showrooms and online.
Heart on Main Street wins 2026 HEARTS Award
Events
Oct. 9, 2025
The nonprofit organization will receive the award at the 36th ARTS Award this January in Dallas.
Mud Pie relocates flagship showroom for Winter Atlanta Market
Wholesaler News
Oct. 7, 2025
The brand is moving to Building 2, Floor 18, Suite 1821 for the January 2026 event.
ANDMORE teams with The WSN Group for Shoppe Object
Events
Oct. 6, 2025
The partnership will give ANDMORE an international presence with the debut of Shoppe Object Paris.
US government shutdown impacts travel and retail industries
Retailer News
Oct. 3, 2025
While many federal government-owned attractions are closed, some destinations and gift shops will remain open.
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.
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