For years, mergers and acquisitions in the industry were driven by a steady wave of label-printing deals. But in recent months, label printing and converting businesses have faced growing headwinds.
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Editorial Type: Trends/Analysis
The Shifting Regulatory Landscape for 2026
According to Gary Jones, vice president of environmental health and safety affairs at PRINTING United Alliance, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for printers navigating compliance and sustainability.
Read MoreWhat’s New in Apparel Decorating?
Direct-to-film advancements and automation solutions were front and center at recent industry events.
Read MoreFrom RFPs to SOWs: How Distributors Are Solving the Toughest Client Requirements
Complex requirements from potential clients have compelled distributors to devote more time and resources to win major orders.
Read MoreEditor’s Picks: Elevated Travel Products
Companies in the travel, hospitality and leisure sectors can gift practical but elegant branded travel accessories to make a good impression on new clients in 2026.
Read MoreRecap & Forecast: State of M&A in the Commercial Printing Segment
As we reflect on the past year, which was a healthy one overall for mergers and acquisitions in the printing industry, it’s a good moment to assess what drove the activity in 2025 and what’s likely to carry the momentum forward into 2026.
Read MoreOwala Finishes as Fastest-Growing ESP Search Term for Second Year in a Row
Pens and other classic categories continued to dominate the total ESP search rankings throughout 2025 while wellness and seasonal items surged.
Read MoreEditor’s Picks: Tasteful T-Shirts
These top-searched branded T-shirt options are tried-and-true picks for a classic promo campaign item.
Read MoreHow Distributors Are Winning Sales Despite International Tourism Slowdown
Shifting travel patterns (including a rise in domestic tourism) are prompting promo companies to help hospitality clients do more with tighter budgets.
Read MoreComing Attractions: New Product Trends for 2026
What function, sustainability and culture mean for promo in 2026.
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