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JCPenney, SPARC Merge To Create Extensive Portfolio of Veteran Retail Brands

JCPenney and SPARC Group combined to form a new enterprise, Catalyst Brands, in a merger that brings together a range of legacy fashion and retail brands.

IHA Shifting Inspired Home Show to Mid-Week Pattern Beginning in 2026

The International Housewares Association announced the The Inspired Home Show 2026 will shift to a new mid-week pattern after surveying show participants to assess the preferred scenario to meet their needs.

Salesforce: AI Propelled Holiday Digital Gains, but Returns Threaten Profits

Customer relationship management services provider Salesforce reported online retail sales during the 2024 holidays surged to a record $1.2 trillion globally and $282 billion in the United States, but the company noted subsequently high product returns could dampen overall profit margins.