Inspiring In-Store Purchases
Today’s consumers are buying fewer items when they visit stores. Across general merchandise categories, the number of items per purchase declined.
Helping College-Bound Students Create a Home Away From Home
The 2024 IHA Occasions Survey identified important gifting opportunities for college-bound students in the months ahead.
Opportunities Are Brewing for Tea-Related Products
Continuing attention to health, as well as growing demand for new flavors and beverage styles, appears to be driving the trend.
Taking Advantage of Housewares Resale
The market for secondhand goods continues to expand, and more retailers and brands are getting involved in housewares resale each day.
Getting On Board with 2024 Food and Drink Trends
It’s not always easy to keep up with food and drink trends. Some have staying power (cue the charcuterie boards) and others quickly fade (ah, butter boards).
Wedding Gift Bells Are Ringing
It’s wedding season and that means it’s a good time for retailers to prioritize and position their products as potential shower and wedding gifts.