Category: Amazon
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Prime Day Sales Hit $14B in the US
Amazon Prime Day shoppers in the US spent more than $14 billion during this year’s 48-hour sales event, marking an 11% increase from last year, according to Adobe Analytics. Amazon described the event as the “biggest Prime Day shopping event ever,” with record sales and more items sold than any previous Prime Day event.
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Unpacking Amazon Prime Day: Surprising Stats and Shopper Insight
As Amazon Prime Day approaches, a recent survey by Numerator reveals intriguing insights into shopper behavior and trends. From price comparisons to the influence of pre-event awareness, these statistics highlight the dynamics of one of the year’s most anticipated shopping events.
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Amazon Launches Direct-From-China Marketplace
Amazon is launching a new online store featuring low-cost items shipped directly from China. This move is in response to competition from retailers like Shein and Temu, who offer cheaper prices and are gaining traction with U.S. consumers.
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What is Amazon Vendor, Pros and Cons, and How to Become One
Amazon Vendor is a program where Amazon purchases products from manufacturers and distributors at wholesale prices. Amazon then sells these products directly to customers. Unlike Amazon Seller Central, where sellers manage their own listings and pricing, Amazon Vendor allows Amazon to control the entire sales process.
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Amazon Expands Subscribe & Save to Seller-Fulfilled Orders
Amazon is set to expand its popular Subscribe & Save program to include seller-fulfilled products starting June 27, 2024. This expansion allows sellers to offer discounts on frequently purchased items with the convenience of auto-delivery, driving repeat purchases and boosting brand growth.
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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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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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Fulfill TikTok Shop Orders Using Amazon FBA/MCF
GeekSeller has a robust system for automated order fulfillment with Amazon MCF. We noticed some interest among our users in fulfilling TikTok orders with Amazon FBA inventory, so we wanted to talk a bit more about this option. In this post, we will briefly explain the integration and how it works.
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Two-factor authentication now required for Amazon Seller Central
Starting March 28, 2024, Seller Central will require identity verification via a mobile number or an authenticator app for sign-in, enhancing security against fraudulent access. Users without two-step verification set up will be guided to add a mobile device upon sign-in. Alternatively, users can opt for an authenticator app through “Login Settings” for convenience and…
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Amazon made its FBA New Selection program easier to join
Starting March 1, 2024, sellers don’t need as high of a score to get in. This score, called the Inventory Performance Index (IPI), measures how well sellers manage their inventory. Before, you needed a score of 400, but now 300 is enough. Amazon did this to encourage more sellers to offer new products. They’re also…