Yearly Archives: 2026

Carrefour to reveal brand extension strategies in exclusive keynote panel at Brand Licensing Europe

French retail giant joins Jazwares and Sun City for The Power of Partnership in European Retail session Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) has announced that French...

63% of Brits prefer a card over a party as high-maintenance gifting declines

New Moonpig research reveals a shift towards smaller, more meaningful gestures as consumers rethink celebrations and gifting habits The era of the extravagant birthday celebration...

GCA announces upcoming industry events for publishers, retailers and suppliers

Greeting Card Association reveals latest programme of webinars, networking sessions and conference updates The Greeting Card Association (GCA) has announced a series of upcoming events...

Autumn Fair launches free one-to-one mentor sessions giving retailers direct access to industry experts

New initiative will provide independent retailers and buyers with personalised advice from leading retail specialists at NEC Birmingham Retailers visiting Autumn Fair 2026 will have...

Home & Gift Association launches Industry Champions Programme to strengthen industry’s voice

A new initiative brings together retailers, suppliers and manufacturers to help shape the future of the UK's £58.2 billion home & gift sector The Home...

Bira opens nominations for Love Your High Street Awards 2026

Independent retailers across the UK are invited to celebrate the shops that bring their communities together The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has opened nominations...

Four British brands win showcase at SHOPPE OBJECT

Four British brands have won a fully funded opportunity to exhibit at SHOPPE OBJECT New York through The Gift Edit: UK initiative, delivered by...

Destination retail drives growth at Autumn Fair and Glee

Autumn Fair and Glee are expanding their retail services offering this September as retailers increasingly seek expertise, technology and operational support alongside new product...

Herdy and The Art File partner up on greeting card collection

Lake District brand Herdy has partnered with publisher The Art File for an exclusive debut greeting card collection In a leap that makes Herdy a...

Retailers welcome fall in shoplifting but warn true scale of crime remains hidden

Independent retailers association Bira has cautiously welcomed a fall in recorded shoplifting offences, while warning that official figures likely understate the true scale of...

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