Retailers across the U.S. have reported a 93% increase in the average number of shoplifting incidents per year in 2023 versus 2019, and a 90% increase in dollar loss due to shoplifting during the same period, according to the Impact …
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The National Retail Federation (NRF) recently released a list of 25 predictions for the retail industry in 2025. As independent hardware and paint retailers, here are the most significant predictions to prepare for this year. NRF predicts generative AI will …
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Peavey Mart, the Alberta, Canada-based chain of hardware and agricultural stores announced the immediate closure of all 90 Peavey Mart stores and six MainStreet Hardware locations, the company confirmed via a social media post. The company has obtained creditor protection …
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If you want to generate more add-on sales for your business, you need to make sure you’re using effective promotional and merchandising techniques. But likely the best way to prompt customers to add more items to their shopping carts are …
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Nominations are open for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2025 Young Retailer of the Year award program. NHPA’s Young Retailer of the Year program identifies and recognizes the successes and accomplishments of young home improvement retailers, crucial …
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The premier pet retail trade show of the year, SUPERZOO has now opened registration for the 2025 event. This year, SUPERZOO 2025 will take place from Aug. 13-15 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. More than 22,000 …
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The Western Retail Lumber Association has been around for 135 years, and after consultation with members, board members, partners and key stakeholders, the association announced it has changed its name, and will now be known as Supply-Build Canada. “As the …
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The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the Western Retail Lumber Association (WRLA) to act as the association’s licensed provider of educational and training materials throughout Canada. Under this new …
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