The Federal Reserve has paused interest rate hikes again, keeping the federal funds rate unchanged, mainly due to economic uncertainty. Ongoing trade friction exacerbates supply chain risks and poses challenges to inflation control. The future direction of interest rate policy depends on factors such as inflation data and trade policies. The US economy continues to face uncertainty.
The logistics industry faces a 'roller coaster' of challenges in 2025, including persistent volatility, policy shifts, and uneven demand. The FedEx pilot agreement may signal underlying industry changes. Companies must embrace digital transformation, build resilient supply chains, and strengthen risk management to seize opportunities amidst the uncertainty. Success hinges on adaptability and proactive strategies to navigate the evolving landscape.
This article analyzes the RMB exchange rate trend in 2025, discussing the impact of the year-end settlement peak on the RMB exchange rate. Combining predictions from multiple securities institutions and the policy stance, it provides reasonable settlement strategy recommendations for foreign trade enterprises. The aim is to help companies cope with exchange rate fluctuations and achieve stable operations.
Coupang will discontinue the registration of seller-fulfilled (SF) products. Existing SF listings will not be affected. Existing sellers with SF privileges should seize the last opportunity to list products and optimize current listings. Following the policy change, prices in SF stores are expected to decline. Sellers should proactively transition towards more standardized and efficient operational models.
Amazon has launched the Account Health Assurance (AHA) program to provide additional protection for sellers with high Account Health Ratings (AHR), preventing account suspension due to occasional issues. To participate, sellers must meet certain criteria, including a good AHR, valid contact information, and cooperation in resolving problems. This program reduces the risk of account suspension, improves problem-solving efficiency, and promotes compliant operations. However, it's not a panacea, and sellers still need to continuously improve their operational performance.
The latest announcement indicates that starting from August 1, 2025, port fees will increase at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, and customs inspections are expected to intensify. There is an urgent need to address entry restrictions at multiple warehouses and issues related to Amazon appointments, as difficulties in container retrieval in some areas are exacerbating.
This article explores the evolution of smart warehouses through four stages: blind, reactive, automated, and adaptive. It discusses the impact of robotics and artificial intelligence on warehouse management, with a particular emphasis on the strategic investments in automation by Amazon and Walmart. Looking forward, AI agents are expected to play a significant role in real-time decision-making.
This article summarizes 20 common questions and solutions related to FBA labels, covering all aspects from product labeling to warehouse management. By detailing issues such as handling unlabeled items, account restrictions, choosing the right label types, and ensuring accurate labeling, it aims to enhance sellers' logistics efficiency and compliance, helping them to sell successfully on the Amazon platform.
This article explores the main reasons for label changes due to Amazon FBA returns, such as high return rates and damaged packaging. It also provides corresponding solutions, including re-listing products for sale using overseas warehouses and choosing professional service companies to control label change costs. Through these measures, sellers can effectively reduce economic losses caused by returns.
Amazon Listing star ratings are influenced by four key factors: buyer account quality, review retention time, number of upvotes, and the content and format of the reviews. Sellers should prioritize buyer reviews, encourage high-quality Verified Purchase (VP) reviews, and optimize the review section's display through upvoting strategies. This ultimately improves listing conversion rates and sales.
