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Proven Winners introduces more than 100 new varieties for 2025
Proven Winners has unveiled more than 100 new varieties for spring 2025. Crafted to inspire repeat purchases, these plants are top choices gardeners will be asking for by name next year. “Each plant we introduce... more »
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows retail sales grew in April 2024
Retail sales grew modestly from the month before in April, but a shift in the timing of Easter appeared to be behind a slight year-over-year decline, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions,... more »
Mike Friedrichsen named Pasticallo vice president of sales
Pasticallo has announce the appointment of Mike Friedrichsen as vice president of sales for its new line of smart umbrellas. “This is an amazing opportunity with a very exciting new product,” Friedrichsen said. “The addition... more »
DEMDACO purchases Studio M
DEMDACO purchased the Studio M brand, which comprises a number of home and garden décor items made in the U.S. The acquisition comes after Studio M announced it will cease operations in April 2024. DEMDACO... more »
NRF: Economy slowing but ‘remains resilient’
Economic growth slowed during the first three months of 2024, but consumers are still spending more than last year, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz recently said. “The U.S. economy lost some spring in... more »
Summer Casual Market Atlanta announces 2024 education and events
Summer Casual Market Atlanta's full calendar of education and events is now available for the July edition, with highlights including the addition of a pre-market, ICFA-hosted, Retailer Roundtables and Think Tank, a fashionable outdoor trends... more »