Category: stm-Newsletter
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows March sales grew moderately amid tariff concerns
Retail sales grew in March after two straight months of declines, but gains remained moderate as consumers continued to be concerned by rising tariffs.
Two’s Company appoints Majda Rensberger as chief strategy and brand officer
Two’s Company announced the appointment of Majda Rensberger as chief strategy and brand officer.
Import cargo levels to drop sharply amid new tariffs and uncertainty
With sweeping tariffs now imposed on all U.S. trading partners, import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is expected to drop dramatically beginning next month.
NRF predicts consumers to spend $23.6 billion on Easter
Consumers plan to spend a total of $23.6 billion on Easter this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation.
Small brands urge communities to shop local amid tariff pressures
Small brands urge communities to shop local amid tariff pressures.
Commerce and community intersect at summer 2025 edition of Atlanta Market
Registration is now open for the summer Atlanta Market at AmericasMart Atlanta, running July 15-21.
MarketTime announces the formation of a Customer Advisory Board
MarketTime announced the formation of a Customer Advisory Board (CAB) to enhance customer engagement and drive product innovation.
NRF: More tariffs lead to higher costs for American families
National Retail Federation’s released a statement regarding the Trump administration’s announcement to impose reciprocal tariffs on all trading partners.
NRF forecasts 2025 retail sales amid economic uncertainties
The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecast that retail sales during 2025 will grow between 2.7% and 3.7% over 2024 to between $5.42 trillion and $5.48 trillion.
Louis DeJoy steps down as Postmaster General, effective immediately
Louis DeJoy has resigned from his role as Postmaster General of the U.S. Postal Service, national outlets began reporting Monday evening.
Retailers submit comments in opposition to USTR shipping remedies proposal
The National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Retail Industry Leaders Association jointly commented on the Section 301 investigation into China’s maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sector dominance.
Heart on Main Street, nora fleming donate to retailer, boosting total support over $100K
Heart on Main Street, in partnership with nora fleming, announced a $10,000 donation to One Amazing Find.
GCA announces leadership transition and key team additions
As GCA continues to move the association forward, GCA announced a series of strategic changes within our leadership team.
The Link Companies acquires Mix Sales
The Link Companies acquired Mix Sales, a premier agency with over 30 years of experience.
Paper Epiphanies CEO named to Inc.’s 2025 Female Founders List
Victoria Venturi, founder and CEO of Paper Epiphanies, was named on Inc.’s eighth annual Female Founders list.
Gift for Life names 2025 Industry Achievement Award recipient
Gift for Life announced that Doug Cofiell, CEO of Ivystone, will be honored with its 2025 Industry Achievement Award.
Import cargo levels continue to rise among uncertainty over tariffs
Amid continuing tariff turmoil, imports at the nation’s major container ports are expected to remain elevated through this spring but volume could see year-over-year drops this summer.
NRF: February 2025 sales down amid tariff concerns
Retail spending declined on a monthly basis in February amid concern over tariffs, but continued to grow year over year as the economy remained strong