The global recession that officially began late in 2007, the worst since the Great Depression, is finally loosening its ugly grip on the economy. In recent interviews with key wholesalers, the overwhelming verdict was that 2010 looks strong for independent retailers, wholesalers, distributors and closeout buyers. Although most of those interviewed were uncertain if Washington, […]
2010 Business Leaders Forecast
January 1, 2010 by
2010 Consumer Electronics Show Comes to Las Vegas
December 31, 2009 by
Starting Jan. 7 and continuing through Sunday, the Consumer Electronics Association is bringing the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show to Las Vegas.
LSI Honored for Growth
December 1, 2009 by
Liquidity Services was recognized recently by The Washington Business Journal as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington.
Home Depot's New Gift Card
December 1, 2009 by
Home Depot has launched a new gift card program that allows shoppers to personalize gift cards online.
Philly Lures Retailers
December 1, 2009 by
Eager to attract retailers, the Philadelphia Marketing Alliance has launched a program to tout the benefits to opening stores in Philadelphia.
Refund Saves Jobs
December 1, 2009 by
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), the $10 billion business tax refund in the recent unemployment bill will help save retail jobs. The legislation will bring recession plagued retailers and other businesses more than $10 billion in badly needed cash by lengthening the period during which they can “carry back” current losses, to claim […]
UPS Adds Web Printing Service
November 1, 2009 by
The UPS Store chain has launched an Internet service that lets customers design brochures, posters and other materials online, and then have them printed and prepared for pickup at a local UPS Store.
Closeout Central Partners with TMC
November 1, 2009 by
CloseoutCentral.com has been selected as the official wholesale directory of the Transworld Merchandise Center. Closeout Central, established by Sumner Communications Inc. in 1996, is the Internet’s oldest and most respected closeout directory. It is the sister site to the number one Alexa ranked wholesale web directory, WholesaleCentral.com, which draws the largest and most diverse audience […]
Toys ‘R’ Us Opens Pop Ups
November 1, 2009 by
Toys ‘R’ Us Inc. has announced it will set up 350 temporary stores and toy boutiques during the holiday season.
Martha Partners with Home Depot
November 1, 2009 by
The Martha Stewart Living brand of home improvement products is heading for Home Depot. The products will be in select categories, including Outdoor Living, Home Organization and Home Decor. “Our partnership with Martha Stewart is a natural fit. For years, both organizations have been the go to destination for consumers seeking ideas and information regarding […]
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