Category: stm-Newsletter
MarketTime launches ‘Certified Vendor Partnership’ program
MarketTime, provider of B2B eCommerce solutions, announced the launch of its innovative “Certified Vendor Partnership” program.
Heart on Main Street announces fundraising event at Dallas Market Center
Heart on Main Street announces its upcoming fundraising event, One Night. One Heart., taking place on June 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Dallas Market Center.
NRF commends ‘critical’ tax package for retailers in House bill
NRF released a statement after the House voted to in favor of key tax provisions as part of the 2025 reconciliation process.
SANTORO wins ‘Festive & Occasions’ category at the 2025 Gift Of The Year Awards
SANTORO’s Pirouette Countdown won the top prize in the “Festive & Occasions” category at the 2025 Gift Of The Year Awards.
Census data shows steady retail sales in April as tariff concerns continued
Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows shoppers remained engaged in April amid continued concern over tariffs on imported merchandise.
Dallas leads the way for new and trending products for summer markets
Dallas Market Center shares details for its upcoming Total Home & Gift Market taking place June 18-24 with the TEMPS from June 18-21.
ANDMORE introduces strategic support initiatives amid economic shifts
From advocacy to financial support, ANDMORE is focused on delivering value and amplifying the voice of the industry at every level.
NRF applauds US, China temporary slash on tariffs
National Retail Federation president and CEO Matthew Shay applauded the Trump administration’s announcement that it will reduce tariffs on imports from China for 90 days to continue trade negotiations.
Keep US Posted congratulates new Postmaster General
Keep US Posted congratulated David Steiner on his appointment as the nation’s next Postmaster General.
Dallas Market Center launches new website ahead of summer markets
Dallas Market Center launched its new website, designed to offer an unparalleled buyer and exhibitor experience.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: April sales grew as consumers stocked up ahead of tariffs
Retail sales grew in April as many consumers moved up buying to avoid higher prices expected to come with tariffs, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
7 HKTDC mega events attract 100,000 global buyers
The seven lifestyle and licensing events organized by the HKTDC concluded on April 30 with buyer numbers increasing across all exhibitions and some 100,000 buyers from 131 countries and regions attending in total.
Mother’s Day spending expected to reach $34.1 billion
Consumer spending on Mother’s Day is expected to reach $34.1 billion this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics.
Autumn Fair returns to the NEC Birmingham
Autumn Fair returns to the NEC Birmingham from Sept. 7–10, offering retailers a key opportunity to refresh their product ranges ahead of the peak shopping season.
Industry leaders say tariffs threaten to cancel Halloween and cripple Christmas
U.S. costume and toy companies are sounding the alarm that newly proposed tariffs on Chinese imports could wipe out Halloween and severely disrupt Christmas unless urgent action is taken.
Heart on Main Street donates over $20,000 to independent retailers, launches giving initiative
Heart on Main Street announced a new round of donations totaling over $20,000 to independent retailers in need and launched a new national program designed to foster community support across the retail industry.
*Noted Expo co-location with Las Vegas Market marks new era for stationery industry
*Noted: The Greeting Card Expo will make its Las Vegas Market debut at the July 27-31 buying event, as North America’s leading greeting card showcase.
Pen Paper Palooza to debut in Los Angeles
Pen Paper Palooza, a two-day celebration of all things stationery, will take place May 16–17.