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Import cargo levels expected to surge
Business
June 16, 2025
NRF anticipates many retailers will take advantage of 90-day reductions in tariffs this summer to import their orders.
Registration opens for September Surf Expo
Events
June 13, 2025
The Sept. 4-6 watersports and coastal lifestyle trade show brings together the best in surf, resort, boutique and outdoor markets.
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.
Father’s Day spending to hit $24B in 2025
Business
June 10, 2025
An NRF survey finds that consumer spending around Father’s Day is up from $22.4 billion spent in 2024.
Dallas Market Center creates Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship
Business
June 6, 2025
The new scholarship will help Texas A&M University students pursuing careers in retail or wholesale.
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.
Liberated Brands’ bankruptcy case dismissed
Wholesaler News
June 5, 2025
Major surf and skate brands such as Quiksilver, Billabong and Volcom are now operating under new licensing arrangements.
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 record-setting 45.1 million Americans to travel domestically for Memorial Day
Business
May 21, 2025
Orlando tops the holiday destination list for Memorial Day weekend, with many interested in its theme parks and nearby cruise port.
Atlanta Market temporaries offer diverse selection this summer
Events
May 20, 2025
More than 1,400 brands will showcase products in seven categories.
Global Traveler Magazine recognizes Dune Jewelry for second straight year
Wholesaler News
May 20, 2025
The 13th Annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards also recognized popular U.S. travel destinations as well as other travel goods and services.
Happy Place Gift Boutique debuts in Rehoboth Beach
Retailer News
May 20, 2025
The renamed gift shop features a mix of coastal gifts, souvenirs and apparel.
Coastal clothing and gift store debuts in New Braunfels, Texas
Retailer News
May 20, 2025
Brackish offers a mix of swimwear, apparel and beach accessories for locals and visitors coming to the river town.
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.
NRF responds to 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs
Tariffs
May 12, 2025
The temporary pause will allow for U.S. and Chinese negotiators to reach a more substantiative agreement.
Coastal charms
Trends
May 5, 2025
Stacking, layering, personalization, natural elements and more top the trends coastal jewelry makers are fulfilling with their offerings.
Planning for uncertain times
Tariffs
April 29, 2025
The gift and souvenir industry is responding to the tariffs impacting their businesses.
Coral bleaching reaches 84% globally
Conservation
April 29, 2025
January 2023 to March 2025 coral bleaching event is highest ever recorded.
Trendy vibes and timeless tides
Trends
April 29, 2025
A mix of popular decor styles with some ageless coastal elements always sell for seaside retailers.
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