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Editorial Type: Trends/Analysis
ASI Research Exclusive: European Distributors’ Annual Sales Rise in 2024, Topping $14.24B
The third annual study of the European promotional products industry builds on ASI Research’s initial groundbreaking report on the market, which launched in 2023.
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The decorating technique can add more dimension and depth than typical embroidered logos.
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ASI Research’s monthly sales report revealed that half of companies had year-over-year sales declines in May, but full-year projections are showing improvement.
Read MoreChain Stitch Embroidery Reflects Rising Demand for Retro, Vintage Products
The decorating technique can add more dimension and depth than typical embroidered logos.
Read More‘Why It Matters’: Promo’s First Sustainable Merch Summit
ASI, Apparelist, the Branded Merch Network and the 2 Regular Guys podcast brought industry experts together to discuss why sustainability, transparency and certifications matter for promo sales and beyond.
Read MoreThreadX 2025: Supply Chain Transparency in Apparel, Alternative Dyes on the Horizon & Creating Real Change
Experts Eric Henry, Mike Smith and Kathleen Neuheardt explain how apparel companies can help ensure a sustainable supply chain and where to look for greener options.
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Nathan Safran, vice president, research for NAPCO Research and PRINTING United Alliance, presents an actionable five-step strategy for implementing artificial intelligence in your business.
Read MoreThreadX 2025: SanMar’s Jeremy Lott & Stahls’ Carleen Gray Answer Questions on the Future of Apparel & Decoration
Gray and Lott discuss topics including print-on-demand dominance, investing in inventory, sourcing domestically and more.
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