NRF Archives - Cutting Edge Products

Orgill Welcomes Dealers to the 2024 Spring Dealer Market in Orlando

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On February 25, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

From inspiring model stores and more than 1,200 vendor booths to promotional areas and product showcases, retailers were able to take it all in this week at Orgill’s 2024 Spring Dealer Market held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The event, which runs Feb. 22-24, brings together thousands of retailers from around the world to connect with an excited vendor community and shop promotional buys, network with industry-leading vendors and service providers and attend a range of educational sessions.

Housewares Charity Foundation To Honor Two Industry Philanthropists During the 25th Anniversary Housewares Cares Gala

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On February 15, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

Kristen Stevens, GMM/vice president at QVC and Herb Landsman, executive vice president (retired) at The TJX Companies, Inc., will be honored for their philanthropic endeavors by the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) during its annual Housewares Cares Gala on Monday, March 18 during The Inspired Home Show 2024 in Chicago.

Ace Handyman Services Team Donates Handmade Blankets to Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in Denver

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On February 11, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

Ace Handyman Services Team Donates Handmade Blankets to Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in Denver

Melaco Sisters, LLC, Certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

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On February 8, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

Melaco Sisters, LLC, a business specializing in retail hardware and industrial supplies, is proud to announce national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise Council South, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). WBENC Certification is the gold standard for women-owned business certification in the United States.

Home Hardware Stores Limited Recognized by Forbes as One of Canada’s Best Employers

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On January 29, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

As Home Hardware Stores Limited celebrates our 60th year in business, we remain committed to the values the company was built on. Every day our Dealers and Team Members are improving life at Home by cultivating a one-of-kind culture that our customers can feel when they visit us in store," said Kevin Macnab, President and CEO, Home Hardware Stores Limited. "It is an honour to be recognized as one of Canada's best employers in 2024

NRF Survey Shows Valentine’s Day Spending Reach New Record

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On January 29, 2024
Cutting Edge Products, NRF

Valentine’s Day is returning to its romantic traditions, with total spending on significant others for the holiday expected to reach a record $14.2 billion, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytic

Ace Hardware Reports First Quarter 2023 Results

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On May 25, 2023
NRF, Retail Sales

Ace Hardware Corporation reported first quarter 2023 revenues of $2.1 billion, a decrease of $127.4 million, or 5.8 percent, from the first quarter of 2022. Net income was $66.2 million for the first quarter of 2023, a decrease of $53.6 million from the first quarter of 2022.

Retail Sales Rose in April as Consumers ‘Remained Engaged’

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On May 25, 2023
NRF, Retail Sales

Retail sales bounced back in April, showing both month-over-month and year-over-year growth, the National Retail Federation said today. “Retail sales rebounded in April, reflecting consumer resilience in the face of elevated economic uncertainty,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “Moderating price levels, continued labor market strength and wage gains have increased consumers’ ability to spend.

NRF Says 2022 Holiday Sales Grew 5.3% to $936.3 Billion

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On January 16, 2023
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Holiday Sales Grew, Holiday Shopping, NRF

Retail sales during 2022’s November-December holiday season grew 5.3% over 2021 to $936.3 billion, falling short of the National Retail Federation’s forecast amid continuing inflation and high-interest rates, NRF said today. While holiday growth was less than expected, sales for the year grew 7% over 2021 to $4.9 trillion, meeting NRF’s forecast of between 6% and 8% growth for the year.

Record 158 Million Shoppers Expected During Super Saturday

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On December 15, 2022
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Holiday Shopping, NRF

More than 158 million consumers are expected to shop on the last Saturday before Christmas this year, according to the annual consumer survey released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. This figure is approximately 10 million more than last year’s expected number of Super Saturday shoppers and the highest number since NRF first started tracking this data in 2016.

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