Lowe’s recently announced it is bringing MyLowe’s Rewards and MyLowe’s Pro Rewards members exclusive live music experiences through a new multi-year partnership with Live Nation. Through the partnership, members can access exclusive concert perks throughout the season, like discounted kids …
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ABC Supply Interiors Inc. Acquires Wallboard Inc.
ABC Supply Interiors, Inc., formerly L&W Supply Corporation, announced it has acquired the assets of Wallboard, Inc., a Butler, Wisconsin–based distributor of drywall, steel framing, insulation and related building materials. “Wallboard, Inc. has earned its respected reputation by consistently taking …
Read More »Father’s Day Spending Expected to Reach Record Levels This Year
Father’s Day spending is expected to reach a record $27.9 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics, an increase from the previous record of $24 billion set in 2025. “Despite economic pressures, Father’s …
Read More »Inflation Up in May
Inflation rose in May to the highest rate in three months, according to the latest Consumer Price Index released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The all items index rose 4.2% for the 12 months ending May, after rising 3.8% …
Read More »NRF Responds to Preliminary Approval of Visa and Mastercard Settlement
The National Retail Federation recently released its response to U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan’s preliminary approval of the proposed settlement in merchants’ class-action antitrust lawsuit against Visa and Mastercard over credit card swipe fees. The National Retail Federation is disappointed …
Read More »Epicor Appoints Rachel Barger as Chief Revenue Officer
Epicor recently announced the appointment of Rachel Barger as chief revenue officer (CRO). Barger brings over two decades of global technology leadership experience spanning enterprise software and SaaS and will be responsible for strategy and execution across global sales and …
Read More »SUPERZOO Launches Accredited Veterinary CE Program at 2026 Show
SUPERZOO, North America’s largest pet retail trade show, recently announced it will be offering accredited veterinary continuing education (CE) for the first time at its 2026 event, launching the program in partnership with US Vet Shows. The 2026 show will …
Read More »Retail Sales Continue to Grow in May
Retail sales grew for the eighth consecutive month in May despite high gas prices and ongoing inflation, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor released by the National Retail Federation. “Retail sales maintained momentum in May, driven by a resilient labor …
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