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Top Trends in Furniture and Bedding at Las Vegas Market January 2026

Read this rundown of emerging and continuing trends in the home furnishings and bedding space, as seen at the winter market in Las Vegas.

The Best Time of Year to Sell TVs: What Independent Retailers Should Know

Find out the top four promotional periods for TV sales, plus how often consumers typically replace or purchase a new TV.

4 Ways Your Optimized In-Store Digital Signage and Audio Messaging Can Increase Sales and ROI

Looking to engage more in-person customers and drive conversions? Try these four best practices to maximize in-store media ROI.

New Products and Top Trends Spotted at CES 2026

Read this quick review of top product trends and new technology innovations on display at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show.

Newly Reopened Nationwide Marketing Group Showroom Focuses on Connection, Community and Business Solutions at Las Vegas Market

The January 2026 event will include a ribbon cutting, give back experience and strategic networking opportunities.

2026 Word of the Year for Independent Retailers

More and more people are choosing a word of the year. But what about selecting a word for your business in 2026? Consider these suggestions.

Black Friday, Cyber Monday Performance Results for the Independent Channel and Total U.S. Retail

See key retail sales results and consumer trends for the five-day period including Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.

Sunshine Meets Synergy at Nationwide Marketing Group’s 2026 Spring PrimeTime

New Fort Lauderdale location promises fresh opportunities for learning and connection among the independent retail channel.

Serta Counting Sheep to Debut in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

One of seven new floats, The Counting Sheep’s Dream Generator by Serta® also celebrates the Counting Sheep’s 25th birthday in 2025.

Leveraging HGTV Star Power: A Smart Strategy for Independent Retailers

Brand partnerships with TV personalities are nothing new. Some brands utilize celebrities as spokespeople or endorsers, while others collaborate to create exclusive, licensed product lines. Even with the more recent onset of influencer culture, the stars of our...

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2025–2026 Trends: Home Appliances

2025–2026 Trends: Home Appliances

See the list of top home appliance trends for 2025 in the kitchen and laundry categories — including innovations and lifestyle preferences.

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255. Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of eXchange, an NMG Competitive Analysis Tool

255. Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of eXchange, an NMG Competitive Analysis Tool

Learn more about the eXchange platform over the past 10 years and a new feature recently released for Nationwide Marketing Group members.

253. A Look at the New Ford Pro Fleet and Purchase Program for NMG Members

253. A Look at the New Ford Pro Fleet and Purchase Program for NMG Members

Tune in to hear details on Ford Pro services, including a fleet management program, software tracking solutions, repair services, purchasing, and more.

252. How Sherwood’s Encore Effortless Mattress Delivers Exclusive Innovation and Fills a Key Product Gap

252. How Sherwood’s Encore Effortless Mattress Delivers Exclusive Innovation and Fills a Key Product Gap

Jeff Rose, VP of Furniture, Bedding & Outdoor for Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) sits down with Tim Riezinger of Sherwood to share the backstory of Effortless and how this under $1,000 non-branded mattress was designed to be a champion for Members needing a product to fill that void.

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