Author: GeekSeller Editorial Team
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Recap and Recordings: Walmart Seller Performance & Shipping Templates Training Sessions (June 14, 2024)
Thank you to everyone who joined our Walmart Marketplace training session on June 14, 2024. During this session, we covered essential topics such as seller performance requirements and shipping templates for Walmart. For those who couldn’t attend or would like to revisit the material, we have provided the recordings below. We also invite you to…
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Changes happening with the “de minimis thresholds” rule
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is intensifying efforts to crack down on small package imports, which is a key issue for many marketplaces like Amazon, Walmart,eBay, and Etsy. CBP has suspended some brokers for non-compliance as part of these efforts to enhance enforcement. This enforcement might suggest that the government will take even…
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British retail sales to the EU have plummeted since Brexit
Post-Brexit, UK retail sales to the EU have dropped by £6bn, with non-food retail exports falling 18% since 2019. Despite booming European e-commerce, UK brands face increased logistics costs and trade barriers.
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Walmart has launched Walmart Realm
Walmart has launched Walmart Realm, a 3D e-commerce platform that allows users to shop virtual versions of real-world products in fantastical digital environments. Walmart continues to invest in immersive commerce, aiming to blend traditional e-commerce with innovative virtual experiences. You should check it out; it looks amazing and works incredibly fast with no lag!
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E-Commerce Web Spotlight: littlepartners.com (Shopify)
Today in E-Commerce Web Spotlight we introduce littlepartners.com, an attractive and easy-to-navigate website created on the Shopify platform.
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Amazon Expands to South Africa
On May 7th, Amazon expanded its global footprint by launching in South Africa, marking its first entry into sub-Saharan Africa. This move increases Amazon’s active markets to 22 worldwide. The launch was significantly delayed, coming over a year later than initially planned, due to shifting priorities within Amazon. Notably, 2023 marked a year without expansion…
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E-Commerce Web Spotlight: Pipsnacks.com (Shopify)
Today, we present pipsnacks.com, a beautifully designed website that utilizes Shopify as its platform. This site, created using a custom Shopify template on Shopify Plus, catches attention not just for its easy-to-navigate design and pleasant visuals but also for its incorporation of various plugins that improve the shopping journey.
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Amazon Adds 5 Million New Sellers Over the Last 6 Years
Marketplace Pulse research indicates that Amazon has added nearly 5 million new sellers since 2018, affirming its status as the top choice for global entrepreneurs. Each day, approximately 2,000 sellers join the platform, though this significant expansion often goes unnoticed by everyday shoppers. About 40% of these new sellers are based in the U.S., with…
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Wayfair Goes Big with First Large-Format Store
Wayfair is breaking new ground by opening its first large-format store. This move is far from a gimmick. Rather, it signals a significant shift in Wayfair’s strategy, suggesting a commitment to integrating its online and physical retail environments.
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FTC Bans Noncompete Agreements
On April 23, 2024, the FTC issued a new rule banning noncompete agreements nationwide to boost competition, allowing workers more freedom to change jobs or start new businesses.