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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.
Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show brings strong energy and new categories
Events
Sept. 25, 2025
New pavilions, trending products and a record number of exhibitors highlight a strong show.
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.
ZAG offers education, networking at Tennessee trade shows
Events
Sept. 24, 2025
The Zoo, Aquarium & Garden Buyers Group is also hosting its Annual Member Meeting during the IGES show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
66 & Sunny Trading Company debuts as souvenir store
Retailer News
Sept. 24, 2025
The new store offers Route 66-themed souvenirs and gifts within the Mother Road Market food and shopping hall.
Georgia’s Vogel State Park celebrates opening of new visitor center
Retailer News
Sept. 24, 2025
Expanded retail area part of the multimillion-dollar project.
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.
Pro tip
Sidebar
Sept. 8, 2025
20 ways to win at trade shows
Business
Sept. 8, 2025
Traveling to trade shows is an important aspect of any retail buyer’s job. To ensure you make the most of your trade show travels this fall, veteran trade show attendee Tommy Brown, a retail manager with the Saint Louis Zoo with more than 30 years&
Mix and mingle
Sidebar
Sept. 8, 2025
Cultivating better buying
Business
Sept. 8, 2025
Strategic retail buying such as the tactics used at The North Carolina Arboretum involves several factors that can help lead to increased sales and strong customer engagement.
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