Intensified fluctuations in plastic futures and rising international oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have not resulted in a substantial disruption of plastic raw material ...

Toycycle's State of Toy Returns 2026 report exposes the scale, environmental cost, and missed recovery opportunity in ...

Surging crude oil prices amid the Iran conflict are driving up fuel, transport and energy costs globally, with potential spillover into food prices and inflation, raising concerns over reduced consume ...

US producers of polyethylene — a common plastic used in everything from packaging to containers — are buying more of a key ingredient, ethylene, in a sign that manufacturers are working to take ...

Plastic price spikes are being worsened by stockpiling and disrupted procurement cycles, tightening supply of packaging material. Food and beverage makers are already exposed with expected near-term ...

NRF forecasts 4.4% retail growth for 2026, but this may be too bullish given rising PPI inflation, Middle East conflict and ...

In pricing terms, “3D printer material” covers PLA and PETG spools, water-soluble supports like PVA, photopolymer resin ...

Higher fuel and material costs, shipping disruptions and consumer spending are playing into industry impacts. Certain ...

With prices for many things creeping up this year, gardeners shopping for supplies might be looking to tighten their tool belts. Before heading ...

She advises people to choose pieces that are thoughtfully constructed in the U.S., to shop vintage and secondhand, and to make small but effective swaps in their routines. “I think in terms of baby ...

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is tipped to launch in July with a redesigned carbon fibre build, slimmer profile, and Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Leaks suggest a 200MP camera, 5,000mAh battery, and premium ...

The Iran crisis has led to an 11% increase in India's bottled water prices, negating the effects of Prime Minister Narendra ...