Author: GeekSeller Editorial Team
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Extended Holiday Returns at Walmart (2023)
Walmart has initiated an extended returns policy for the holiday season, applicable to purchases made from October 1 to December 31, 2023, allowing returns until January 31, 2024, with few exclusions. Aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering repeat business, this policy is mandatory for sellers on Walmart’s platform, projecting a positive impact on sales…
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Simplify Your Returns with Uber Connect’s New Feature
Uber Connect now offers a “Return a Package” feature, allowing users to easily have couriers pick up and return their prepaid packages in over 4,950 U.S. cities.
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11 Retailers Facing Elevated Bankruptcy Risk in 2023
The first nine months of 2023 witnessed notable retailers like David’s Bridal and Bed Bath & Beyond filing for bankruptcy, with more possibly following suit. This uptick is due to rising operational costs and looming economic uncertainties. High debt levels further exacerbate the situation for retailers, with 11 of them, including Farfetch, Joann, Rite Aid,…
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Our Video Review of the recent WFS updates (Walmart Marketplace Newsletter – Sep 2023)
Walmart now allows larger items, up to 500 pounds, in its shipping service, making it possible to send big things like fridges and furniture. Additionally, with its new multichannel feature, sellers can fulfill orders from different platforms using WFS, presenting a robust alternative to Amazon’s MCF.
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WFS Expands Services: Larger and Heavier Items Now Welcome!
Just in time for the holiday season, WFS has enhanced its services, allowing customers to store and ship a wider range of items without any minimum or maximum restrictions. Now accommodating products that are larger, longer, and heavier, and even those in multiple boxes, WFS caters to items such as big screen TVs, home gyms,…
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The Holiday Retail Rush Begins!
The holidays are fast approaching, and big brands like Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy have announced their deal dates. If you’re a seller, these are important days to note and get ready to promote your products.
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Etsy Unveils Share & Save: A New Seller Rewards Program
Etsy has introduced Share & Save, a program giving Etsy sellers a 4% fee discount for orders generated through links shared to promote their shop or listings on various platforms. It’s a free program available to all Etsy sellers, providing a simple way to boost sales and reduce fees.
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Introducing TikTok Shop in the U.S.
TikTok has officially launched “TikTok Shop” in the U.S., marking its entry into the e-commerce domain. This new feature will allow the platform’s 150 million American users to explore and purchase products directly from videos and live streams. The social media giant also rolled out an independent app for sellers, the “TikTok Shop Seller Center.”…
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‘Magical’ Listing Tool by eBay
eBay has unveiled a cutting-edge “magical listing” tool that employs artificial intelligence to extract product details directly from images. This innovation aims to streamline the listing process, particularly assisting first-time sellers who might find the initial listing creation daunting. Sellers upload photos in the eBay app, and the AI recommends titles, descriptions, and other crucial…
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UPS Announces 5.9% Rate Hike for 2024
UPS has declared a 5.9% rate increase effective December 26, 2023, shortly after FedEx announced a similar average raise starting January 1, 2024. UPS’s decision, part of its commitment to “support ongoing expansion and maintain high service levels,” will also see adjustments to its “demand surcharges,” notably nearly doubling the “Additional Handling” surcharge during the…