Retail & Consumer Goods

Buffalo, N.Y. – September 28, 2026 -- Organizations planning custom apparel for corporate events, fundraisers, and promotional campaigns face recurring pitfalls in fabric selection, artwork preparation, and sizing that can delay production and weaken brand presentation, according to a HelloNation article featuring Kernell Miller of Custo Print in Buffalo, New York.

Fabric and use case mismatches undermine apparel durability and cost efficiency

The article states that staff uniforms intended for daily wear require stronger fabric and long-term durability, while shirts for a fundraiser or community event typically prioritize comfort, visibility, and affordability. Lightweight cotton suits outdoor summer gatherings, while blended fabrics better withstand repeated washing and long-term wear, per the report.

Guangzhou – – September 28, 2026 -- The 59th China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou) will run across 850,000 square meters in Pazhou over two phases, March 18–21 and March 28–31, 2027, marking the fair's 30th anniversary under the theme "Power the Next."

2026 edition drew a record 64,291 overseas visitors, up 13.2% year on year

The 57th CIFF Guangzhou, held in 2026, attracted 353,106 professional visitors from 185 countries and regions and more than 5,100 exhibiting brands from 36 countries and regions. Overseas attendance climbed 13.2% year on year to 64,291, setting a new benchmark for the fair's international reach ahead of the 2027 edition.

Delray Beach, Fla. – September 28, 2026 -- The global smart shopping cart market is projected to grow from $0.59 billion in 2026 to $1.65 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate of 18.7%, according to new data from MarketsandMarkets. The market stood at $0.33 billion in 2025, reflecting near-doubling growth in a single year as retailers accelerate deployment of AI-enabled carts to automate checkout and deepen in-store digital engagement.

Geneva – – September 28, 2026 -- Verisure has signed an exclusive partnership with US-based Ting Labs to commercialize an electrical fire prevention sensor across its European customer base, targeting a market where electrical faults cause 273,000 fires and €6.25 billion in property damage annually in the EU.

Ting Labs makes its first move into Europe after protecting 1.4 million U.S. homes

The deal marks Ting Labs' initial expansion outside North America, where its plug-in sensor already monitors more than 1.4 million homes and works with 40 insurance carriers. The device analyses 30 million electrical signals per second from a single outlet to detect arcing, an early warning sign of faults that can trigger fires, and pairs the data with expert support to resolve hazards before ignition.

Perth – September 28, 2026 -- PECHOIN, a Chinese skincare brand, is marking its 10th consecutive year of participation at the Congress of the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC), presenting new research on Asian skin at what is widely regarded as the cosmetics industry's top scientific forum.

PECHOIN has won seven IFSCC international scientific awards over nine years

The brand became the first IFSCC Gold Member in China and has been recognized three times as the only Gold-level partner in Asia. Over the past decade, PECHOIN has submitted nearly 200 research papers to IFSCC Congresses, with close to 100 accepted. It is also the first Chinese brand to receive the IFSCC Young Scientist Award, doing so three times.

Seoul, South Korea – September 28, 2026 -- RIMAN, the South Korean beauty and wellness direct-selling company, has expanded to 22 global markets after launching operations in France, Germany and Romania on September 9, followed by Ecuador on September 15.

European footprint grows to seven markets across the region

The three new European launches bring RIMAN's regional presence to seven markets, joining the United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain and Italy. RIMAN's European operations are headquartered in London, where the company runs business training, tools and events for independent Planners. Multilingual customer service and logistics support are based in the United Kingdom and Germany.

Seoul – September 28, 2026 -- South Korean premium pet mobility company SEEKOUT is expanding beyond its established Japan export business into North America and Europe, targeting global B2B buyers through overseas trade shows planned for the first half of 2027.

SEEKOUT leverages Japan export track record to enter Western markets

The company built its export foundation by shipping premium pet strollers directly to Japan, a market noted for stringent product quality standards. SEEKOUT is now using that experience as the basis for entering North American and European distribution channels.

New York – September 26, 2026 -- Meiyume has signed a distribution agreement with Pinard Beauty Pack, a European bottle manufacturer for the beauty industry, granting Meiyume rights to distribute Pinard's packaging solutions across the US market.

Meiyume gains a new route into the US prestige beauty ecosystem

The deal pairs Pinard Beauty Pack's bottle manufacturing expertise for the beauty and dermocosmetics sectors with Meiyume's existing US market presence and global sourcing network. Meiyume said the collaboration extends beyond a standard distribution arrangement, combining complementary manufacturing and market-access capabilities to give US beauty brands a broader packaging portfolio and a faster path from development to launch.

Tampa – September 25, 2026 -- Big Dan's Car Wash has signed a multi-year deal to become the Official Car Wash of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, deepening its footprint in a market it entered four years ago.

Big Dan's expands Florida presence through NFL partnership

The express car wash chain, which operates 30+ locations across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee, will activate the sponsorship across marketing platforms and in-person at its Tampa Bay locations. Jay Shadday, President of Big Dan's Car Wash, said the company entered the deal recognizing the Buccaneers' community influence in the region.

San Francisco – September 25, 2026 -- COCOLAB®, the oral wellness brand behind Cocofloss®, has appointed Gayle Tait as Chief Executive Officer, effective Aug. 31, 2026, following three-year revenue growth of nearly 200%.

COCOLAB lands on Inc. 5000 list amid national retail expansion

The company secured a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies and expanded distribution through Target and Walmart.com. Cocofloss® has won four Allure Best of Beauty Awards, including Best Floss in 2026, which the company states makes it the most-awarded dental floss on the market.