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UK retail Christmas trading: a round-up
Jun.14,2019
Tesco announced its best Christmas trading performance in ten years following the recent festive period, Aldi said it experienced its “best ever” UK Christmas sales, and Joules’ positive momentum continued in December – but the overall picture for retail during its busiest time of year appeared challenging.Read More + -
Solaria Lighting under new ownership
Jun.14,2019
After its CEO retired last year, plans were in place for Solaria Lighting to cease procurement and production. Instead, the company has new ownership and a new home.Read More + -
Sears parent to acquire the rest of Sears HomeTown and Outlet Stores
Jun.13,2019
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — The owner of Sears has entered a deal to acquire the rest of Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores not already owned by the related ESL Investments.Read More + -
Beijing 'deeply regrets' US tariff hike, China says
Jun.11,2019
The Ministry of Commerce expressed "deep regrets" on Friday at the United States' decision to hike tariffs and said China will have to take necessary countermeasures.The comments came shortly after the US raised tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports from 10 percent to 25 percent.Read More + -
From floor to now walls, Loloi expands decorative accessories
Jun.11,2019
From floor to now walls, Loloi expands decorative accessories.The Dallas-based company is adding a new category — wall art — with an initial introduction of more than 140 varieties, from one-of-a-kind pieces to mixed-media styles and others.Read More + -
Sagebrook home to maintain pricing despite tariffs
Jun.11,2019
Home accessories, lighting and furnishings manufacturer Sagebrook Home announced that the latest round of tariffs on Chinese products won’t affect its customers’ prices.Read More + -
10 ESSENTIAL HOMEWARE TREND UPDATES FOR 2019: THE BOXFRESH TRENDS AND BRANDS TO KNOW
Jun.11,2019
Coming to a corner near you, expect to see 2019’s cult chair, the Croisette, gracing Insta-feeds everywhere. From French brand Honoré, the seat first shot to fame thanks to its placement in The Hoxton in Paris, and all we know is we want one, now. At €750 from Thevelveteenrabbit.ie, it comes in mustard, pink, forest green and petrol blue. Snap yours up sharpish.Read More + -
2019 COLOR OF THE YEAR
Jun.11,2019
Our 2019 Color of the Year taps into our constant quest for self-improvement as a means to a more satisfying life. It’s a calming, elegant soft terracotta, yet when combined with delicate neutrals, it has a second personality, reminiscent of sherbet. Then it becomes fun and vibrant and can be combined with bold colors, patterns and shapes in every room in the house.Read More + -
Tariff hikes on Chinese imports to hit US toy industry hard, says business leader
Jun.11,2019
Children view toys inside an Amazon store in Berkeley, California. [Photo/Agencies] NEW YORK - Washington's tariff hikes against Chinese imports will hit the US toy industry hard with increasing costs and decreased profits, said a senior industry leader.Read More + -
4 KEY BEDROOM TRENDS COMING IN FOR 2020 FROM MILAN
Jun.10,2019
We’ve already have been through some interesting news for the bathroom design from Salone del Mobile in Milan here, let’s see today some new trends that are coming out for the bedroom.Read More +