Category: stm-Newsletter
GCA to host Happy Birthday stamp release at Perfect Pop Up Party
The Greeting Card Association, in collaboration with USPS, will host Perfect Pairing Pop Up Party on April 18.
Keep US Posted urges USPS regulators to deny petition for unlimited rate increases
Keep US Posted urges the PRC to re-establish the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate cap, which was expanded in 2020.
NRF responds to Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
The NRF released a statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the Trump administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs.
Shoppe Object sees successful 2026 NYC winter market
The New York Winter 2026 edition captured a spirit of discovery, community, curation and energetic business opportunities.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor’s January data shows fourth consecutive monthly gain
Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase and strong year-over-year gains in January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
Reps Are Local Too launches ‘Share the Love’ initiative with 3 appreciation weeks in 2026
Reps Are Local Too announced Share the Love, a new industry-wide initiative designed to celebrate the relationships that power the gift, home and lifestyle industry.
USPS reveals 4th consecutive quarterly loss, highlighting the need to abandon DeJoy’s failing plan
Keep US Posted again urges Postmaster General David Steiner to desert his predecessor Louis DeJoy’s strategy in favor of actions that will produce more mail and boost productivity
Record-setting attendance for first Total Home & Gift Market of 2026
The January Total Home & Gift Market at Dallas Market Center welcomed record-setting attendance, with buyers arriving from across the U.S. and internationally.
Las Vegas Market names Winter 2026 Snapshot People’s Choice, Best Booth Awards winners
Las Vegas Market announced the winners of Snapshot People’s Choice and Best Booth Awards for Winter 2026.
GHTA elects Amy Loewenberg as director of member relations, marketing
The GHTA board announced Amy Loewenberg will be joining the association in the newly created role of director of member relations and marketing.
Valentine’s Day spending expected to reach new records
Consumer spending on Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29.1 billion, according to the annual survey released by the NRF.
Gift for Life refreshes logo to reflect industry legacy, evolving mission
Gift for Life unveiled a refreshed logo that reflects both its deep industry roots and its evolving mission to address urgent humanitarian needs.
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger “Party with a Purpose” raises $8,610
Gift for Life’s Home vs. Hunger team’s Party with a Purpose fundraiser, held during the Atlanta Market, raised $8,610 for World Central Kitchen.
Mud Pie celebrates Atlanta flagship showroom opening with ribbon cutting
On Wednesday, Jan. 14, Mud Pie officially celebrated its Atlanta flagship showroom opening with a ribbon cutting during Atlanta Market.
Discover top home and gift trends at Las Vegas Market
Las Vegas Market welcomes the global design and retail community to discover 3,500-plus product lines, alongside curated temporary exhibits, experiential programming and high-impact networking.
Leanin’ Tree names new CEO
Leanin’ Tree announced the appointment of Karl Kunz as CEO.
Atlanta Market shows commercial momentum, community connection and exhibitor success
Atlanta Market, held Jan. 13-19, concluded a successful winter edition marked by strong order writing, high buyer satisfaction and a renewed sense of community across the gift, home and lifestyle industries.
Shoppe Object names Jo Faulkner as Artist of the Season for Winter 2026
Shoppe Object announces Jo Faulkner as its Artist of the Season for the upcoming winter edition, held Feb. 1-3 at the Starett-Lehigh Building in New York City.