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As Google continues to improve its AI capabilities for online shopping, we look at how this impacts retailers and the power of data.

2025 Tariff Update: Who is Impacted?

New tariffs have been looming for months, with rumors, what ifs, and worst-case scenarios circulating in the news. Here’s the latest scoop.

10 Takeaways from NMG’s Regional Member Meetings

Fresh off of our Regional Member Meetings, we recap 10 of the biggest takeaways and strategies for retailers to succeed in 2025.

Bosch’s ‘Big Game’ Ad Sparks Memories of Past Vendor Spots

The National Football League’s marquee event is must-see TV for the global consumer, which, in turn, makes the Super Bowl a highly sought after event from a sponsorship and advertising standpoint.

MLK Day Period Sees Slight Holiday Hangover, NMG Data Shows

The strong momentum from the Black Friday holiday didn’t carry over into the new year and the MLK Day promotional period, according to Nationwide Marketing Group’s latest holiday retail report, powered by PriMetrix.

Time For a Three-Peat with Live Sports CTV Advertising: A Winning Play for Furniture, Appliance, and Mattress Retailers

Capitalize on the unmatched power of live sports on connected TV (CTV). Learn how CTV platforms create a unique opportunity to engage audiences, drive traffic, and boost sales.

Does the Super Bowl Impact TV Sales?

A deep dive into past data and present predictions to determine how much the Super Bowl affects consumer spending — especially on TVs.

Nationwide, Sherwood Team Up to Launch Encore Effortless Line Exclusively for NMG Dealers

Nationwide Marketing Group and Sherwood Bedding recently unveiled the Encore Effortless mattress, a new private label offering designed exclusively for members of NMG.

Big Box’s Moment is Independent Retail’s Opportunity

The first few weeks of the new year have provided anything but a mental reset for big box retail – meanwhile, independents are seizing the opportunity.

Are QR Codes the New Barcode?

Global manager of barcode standards, GS1, says QR codes could replace barcodes as early as 2027. But is this feasible across all industries?

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Make Energy Efficiency a Bigger Part of Your Story

Make Energy Efficiency a Bigger Part of Your Story

The push for energy efficiency is something that plays a role in everyone’s lives, but the size of that role varies across countries, states, cities, communities and across families. And it’s

Member Spotlight: King’s/Great Buys Plus

Member Spotlight: King’s/Great Buys Plus

There’s a saying about how, in the absence of data, opinions matter. For King’s Great Buys Plus, the key is ensuring they never have to lean on an opinion when there’s an abundance of data readily available.

How to Thrive in a Challenging Economy

How to Thrive in a Challenging Economy

Despite the somewhat bleak outlook, there is no shortage of opportunity. With the right strategies in place, you can maintain your competitive edge and continue to thrive.

Member Spotlight: Howard’s

Member Spotlight: Howard’s

The team at Howard’s Appliance, TV & Mattress is passionate about product protection and its benefits to both customers and the bottom line.

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Independent Thinking Podcast

208: US EPA’s Dan Cronin Makes His First Visit to a PrimeTime, Highlights ENERGY STAR Program

208: US EPA’s Dan Cronin Makes His First Visit to a PrimeTime, Highlights ENERGY STAR Program

While with us in Las Vegas for his first experience at a PrimeTime event, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Program Manager Dan Cronin sat down for a podcast. Cronin recounted his experience at the show, talked about the just announced Partner of the Year Awards (of which, NMG was an honoree) and much more. 

207: Nastasi’s Shares the Secrets to Its Four Generations of Success

207: Nastasi’s Shares the Secrets to Its Four Generations of Success

The odds of a family-owned business making it past the second generation are never really great. So, the fact that Oaklyn, NJ-based Nastasi’s is currently a fourth-generation owned and operated independent retail store is simply miraculous.

206: A Deep Dive Into OneShop, NMG’s Simplified Digital Solutions Platform

206: A Deep Dive Into OneShop, NMG’s Simplified Digital Solutions Platform

Unveiled during PrimeTime in Las Vegas this week, OneShop is Nationwide Marketing Group’s revamped and upgraded digital solutions platform that’s tailored to the needs of the independent retail channel.

205: Powerhouse Alliance Talks Tech Trends and More

205: Powerhouse Alliance Talks Tech Trends and More

Powerhouse Alliance Executive Director Dennis Holzer dives into the world of distributor buying groups with us and talks about the trends in product and purchasing that they see on the distributor side of the business.

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