Edited by Megan Smalley
New reciprocal tariffs to go into effect
Tariffs
Aug. 14, 2025
The new tariffs range from 10% to 41% on imports from about 70 countries and foreign territories.
Pura Vida Bracelets acquired by CriticalPoint affiliates
Wholesaler News
Aug. 13, 2025
Ryan Heuser, co-founder and former president of Paul Frank Industries, has stepped in as the new CEO of Pura Vida Bracelets.
Surfrider Foundation volunteers remove over 365,000 pounds of trash from US beaches
Conservation
Aug. 5, 2025
Over 83% of items collected during beach cleanups were single-use plastics.
Summer 2025 Las Vegas Market spurred trend discovery and buyer engagement
Events
Aug. 4, 2025
The show featured over 450 brands in its Gift & Home Temporaries presentations.
Gift for Life to wrap up summer fundraising in New York
Events
July 29, 2025
Two market events helped to support World Central Kitchen’s efforts.
Heart on Main Street event raises over $25,000 for independent retailers
Events
July 29, 2025
The nonprofit organization hosted the fundraiser in 11 participating showrooms on July 18 at Atlanta Market.
Atlanta Market unites industry with purpose-driven sourcing
Events
July 29, 2025
The July event offered strategic sourcing and revealed economic insights.
Confusion from tariffs and other policies cause uncertainty
Business
July 11, 2025
NRF reports that economic fundamentals for retail appear solid, though there is some concern as to how tariffs might impact retailers in the future.
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market opened summer show season with retailer optimism
Events
July 10, 2025
Show organizers reported steady order writing across the marketplace for the June 18-24 event.
Atlanta Market to feature fresh finds and connections this summer
Events
July 10, 2025
Buyers can find over 6,000 product lines as well as networking opportunities at the July 15-21 event.
North Carolina Aquarium receives donation from coastal retailer
Retailer News
June 27, 2025
The Cottage Shop donated $1,600 to the aquarium to help with sea turtle conservation work.
Gift for Life honors Doug Cofiell during Retailer Excellence Awards
Business
June 26, 2025
In honor of Cofiell, over $38,000 has been raised for World Central Kitchen during summer market events to date.
AAA projects heavy domestic travel July 4 week
Business
June 26, 2025
Independence Day trips are up 2.4% over last year, with road trips and flights setting records.
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.
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.
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