River Village Wholesales Incense, Burners and More at Deep Discounts
April 6, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, Product Trends, Web Marketing
With more than 2,000 different skus in stock, this wholesaler of incense and other unique items offers a strong lineup for retailers.
Study: Independent Retailers High on the List of Preferred Furniture Stores
April 5, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, News, Product Trends
Survey looks at how moms shop for kids’ furniture, finds many prefer to stay local due to price and variety.
Local Coupon Giant Valpak Adds Mobile App for Shoppers
April 4, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, News, Product Trends, Web Marketing, Web Trends
Realizing consumers are embracing technology in a big way, coupon company goes after their mobile devices.
Retail Grocers Push Lawmakers for Federal Swipe-Fee Reforms
April 1, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Finance, News, Taxes
A growing chorus of retailers are making their feelings known in Washington as debate continues about this contentious issue.
Study Finds Retailers Not Utilizing Social Media To Its Highest Potential
March 31, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, News, Product Trends, Web Marketing
There seems to be a disconnect between what customers say they want out of social media and what businesses think they want.
Retailers Finding Ways To Cope as Cotton Prices Rise
March 28, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Management, Marketing, News, Product Trends
Challenges abound as raw materials costs go up, but some say the hikes won’t be as bad as feared.
Monster Trendz Accessorizing the World, Accessible to Customers
March 25, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, News, Product Trends, Web Marketing
The company that got its start by selling jewelry to music fans has gone global, with retailers enjoying a four-times markup on the line.
NRF Decries Shorter Hours for Truckers, Citing Increasing Retail Costs
March 22, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Management, Marketing, News
Advocacy group says proposed change would mean more trucks on the road with commuters, adding to delays and higher costs.
Report: Rising Food and Fuel Costs Pushed Consumer Prices Up in February
March 17, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Finance, Marketing, News, Product Trends, Taxes
Raw materials costs are cited as one factor affecting the rise, which may impact retailers’ efforts to boost product prices.
Nation’s Retailers Get More Good News as February Sales Rise
March 15, 2011 by Rory J. Thompson
Filed under Marketing, New Products, News, Web Marketing
Shoppers keep coming out in force, as retailers keep inventory stock at good levels while still offering promotions.










