By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A federal trade court has ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection to begin issuing refunds with interest on more than $130 billion in tariffs ruled illegal by the Supreme Court last month. The decision, which rejected a request by the Trump administration to delay implementation of refunds, could significantly impact retailers and … [Read more...] about Court Order for Tariff Refunds A Boon to Licensors and Retailers
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Take a Peep at the 11 New Licensing Partners for PEEPS
TLL Staff PEEPS has announced 11 licensing partnerships for spring 2026, extending the marshmallow candy brand into food, beverage, fashion, home goods and jewelry categories. The collaborations, which roll out between February and March, represent an expansion of the brand's licensed product strategy beyond its core confectionery business. The partnerships target multiple … [Read more...] about Take a Peep at the 11 New Licensing Partners for PEEPS
Guinness Marks St. Paddy’s Day With Bagels and Irish Events
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Guinness has launched a month-long St. Patrick's Day campaign featuring a licensed food collaboration with PopUp Bagels and community programming across multiple U.S. cities. The Irish beer brand, which describes itself as the fastest-growing beer in American bars and restaurants, is extending its traditional single-day St. Patrick's Day … [Read more...] about Guinness Marks St. Paddy’s Day With Bagels and Irish Events
Sun-Maid Taps Earthbound Brands as Exclusive Licensing Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Earthbound has plenty of raisins to celebrate as it has been named the exclusive licensing agency for Sun-Maid Growers of California. It's the second new client announcement for Earthbound this week, as the agency was also named the exclusive licensing agency for Newman’s Own, the food brand founded by actor Paul Newman that donates … [Read more...] about Sun-Maid Taps Earthbound Brands as Exclusive Licensing Agency
Raw C and Violet Crumble Get Crackin’ on Flavored Coconut Water
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Raw C has partnered with Australian confectionery brand Violet Crumble to launch a limited-edition chocolate honeycomb-flavored coconut water. The new product has just launched and is now available at selected Coles stores across Australia. The collaboration, facilitated by licensing agency Asembl, combines Violet Crumble's honeycomb recipe … [Read more...] about Raw C and Violet Crumble Get Crackin’ on Flavored Coconut Water
Newman’s Own Taps Earthbound Brands as New Licensing Agent
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Earthbound Brands has been named the exclusive licensing agency for Newman's Own, the food brand founded by actor Paul Newman that donates all profits to charity, the companies announced. The partnership aims to expand Newman's Own into new product categories including snacks, frozen foods, beverages and lifestyle items … [Read more...] about Newman’s Own Taps Earthbound Brands as New Licensing Agent
Jif and Smucker’s Launch PB&J-Inspired Sprinkles for Home Bakers
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The classic peanut butter and jelly combination is getting a colorful makeover in the baking aisle. Jif and Smucker's have partnered with My Favorite Company to launch a line of flavor-inspired sprinkles that reimagine the iconic pantry duo as playful baking decorations. The collection, available now at Walmart stores nationwide, includes … [Read more...] about Jif and Smucker’s Launch PB&J-Inspired Sprinkles for Home Bakers
Johnsonville’s Dr Pepper-Inspired Sausages a Sign of the Apocalypse?
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief This is apparently the day for weird, licensed mashups. First we had the Super Mario-inspired collab for deodorant that will make you "smell like a hero." Now, it's Johnsonville Sausages flavored with Dr Pepper. Next, maybe a soda that tastes like sausages? The partners in this latest, and highly unlikely joint venture say they are … [Read more...] about Johnsonville’s Dr Pepper-Inspired Sausages a Sign of the Apocalypse?
“Smell Like a Hero” With Old Spice x Super Mario Collection
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Old Spice has just announce a new, limited edition grooming collection designed to help Super Mario smell fresh while unclogging drains in space. The collaboration between Old Spice and Nintendo is based on the upcoming April 1 release of 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie'. It will feature five distinct fragrances with names that sound … [Read more...] about “Smell Like a Hero” With Old Spice x Super Mario Collection
Polaroid Appoints IMG Licensing as Global Licensing Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A ‘fast developing’ story this morning, as Polaroid says it has appointed IMG Licensing as its global licensing agency. Polaroid is, of course, the instant photography brand that revolutionized photography, developing the first ‘instant photographs’ from a commercially available camera in 1948. The company announced it has now … [Read more...] about Polaroid Appoints IMG Licensing as Global Licensing Agency