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Amazon to Eliminate FBA Prep Services by January 2026

Amazon has officially announced that it will phase out all Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) prep and item-labeling services in the United States by January 1, 2026. This significant policy change affects all sellers using Amazon’s FBA program, signaling a major shift in how inventory must be handled before it reaches fulfillment centers. Here’s what this…

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5 E-Commerce Business Trends to Watch in 2025

As e-commerce evolves in 2025, key trends will reshape the industry, offering opportunities for growth and new ways to connect with consumers. From the rise of social shopping on TikTok and Instagram to the increasing influence of Gen Z’s focus on sustainability, brands are seeing shifts that demand attention. Innovations like voice shopping and AI-driven…

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More Consumers Turning to Walmart for Groceries

High grocery prices across the U.S. have led more households to turn to Walmart, a brand famous for low prices, for their everyday grocery needs—and they are placing their orders online. According to analysts at U.S. eGrocery Market Share, 37% of online food sales are now purchased through Walmart—a trend driven by inflation, rapid growth…

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TikTok Integrates Shopping on Amazon with New Features

TikTok has announced a new partnership with Amazon, allowing users to shop for Amazon products directly through the social media app. The new feature seeks to capitalize on the growing “social commerce” trend—mainly driven by Gen Z and Millennial consumers—whereby users of social media apps can shop for products while engaging with content. Since launching…

The FTC Sues Amazon

The FTC Sues Amazon

Following a year-long investigation, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 17 U.S. states filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon over allegations that the ecommerce giant practices illegal anti-competitive behaviors to maintain “monopolistic control” over the ecommerce industry. The plaintiffs hope it will open competition, lower product prices, and lower costs for sellers. However, Amazon argues…

Ban on TikTok & the Impact on Ecommerce

Ban on TikTok & the Impact on Ecommerce

The potential ban of TikTok in the U.S. following a bill passed by U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Biden on April 24 could rattle the ecommerce industry, particularly for Amazon sellers who were increasingly using the platform to engage potential customers. With its focus on quick, casual engagement among younger demographics, TikTok…

A Glimpse into the Retail Landscape of 2029

A Glimpse into the Retail Landscape of 2029

The retail industry, continuously in flux, is poised for significant transformations in the next five years. Industry leaders predict a landscape shaped by seamless tech integration, evolving consumer preferences, and a redefinition of what constitutes the “store” experience. Given the boom in ecommerce, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, it is not surprising that more and…

Is Walmart Worth it?

Is Walmart Worth it?

If you sell online, you are always looking for new ways to reach customers and improve your competitive edge. While Amazon undoubtedly offers the most global exposure, you might also hear rumblings of an old face with a new look shaking up the e-commerce landscape: Walmart. Although Walmart made a name for itself as the…

Mobile Shopping Innovation Could Set New Standards

Mobile Shopping Innovation Could Set New Standards

In 2022, e-commerce sales globally broke $5.7 trillion, a figure which is expected to grow to nearly $6.3 trillion in 2023. Within this rapidly expanding market, shopping by mobile device – a trend known as “m-commerce” – is set to become the standard shopping method. E-commerce giants, such as Amazon and Walmart, are spearheading m-commerce…