Retail Giants Warn Border Tax Could Raise Consumer Prices

Retail Giants Warn Border Tax Could Raise Consumer Prices

Retail giants, led by Walmart and Target, united in opposition to the Border Adjustment Tax (BAT), arguing it would lead to higher prices for consumers, harm consumer interests, and jeopardize retail jobs. Retailers actively lobbied Congress, emphasizing the tax's potential to trigger trade wars and advocating for fair tax reform. They argued that the BAT would disproportionately impact low-income consumers and disrupt supply chains, ultimately hurting the American economy. Their efforts highlighted the potential negative consequences of the proposed tax policy on both the retail sector and the broader consumer base.

01/19/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Douyin Reports Gen Zdriven Beauty Trends in China

Douyin Reports Gen Zdriven Beauty Trends in China

This article delves into emerging personal care consumption trends on Douyin E-commerce, covering areas like hand, body, oral, mood, makeup, scalp, base makeup, neck, and facial cleansing. These trends reflect young consumers' pursuit of 'value for money' and their preference for personalized, efficacious, and emotionally appealing products. Douyin E-commerce, through initiatives like the 'New Brand Fan Appreciation Day,' helps new brands capitalize on platform opportunities and achieve rapid growth. The focus is on understanding how these emerging brands are leveraging Douyin's unique ecosystem to connect with consumers and build brand awareness.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Ecommerce Boom Fuels Independent Retail Growth

Global Ecommerce Boom Fuels Independent Retail Growth

The surge in overseas independent e-commerce website shopping marks a new trend. Independent sites attract consumers with personalized experiences, brand autonomy, and technological advancements. This article analyzes the development trends, market size, and user base of overseas independent e-commerce websites, revealing the driving forces behind their growth and exploring their impact on the global e-commerce landscape. Merchants should seize the opportunities presented by independent sites, continuously innovate, and enhance brand value for sustainable development. This shift is reshaping how consumers engage with brands and purchase goods internationally.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Hostess Revives Brand with Supply Chain Overhaul

Hostess Revives Brand with Supply Chain Overhaul

Hostess Brands achieved a successful revival from near bankruptcy through supply chain reshaping. Key strategies included embracing a DTC model to accelerate inventory turnover, driving innovation to create seasonal bestsellers, reshaping the S&OP process with a consumer-centric approach, and optimizing demand forecasting through data-driven insights. This case inspires businesses to prioritize consumers, embrace digitalization, foster continuous innovation, adapt flexibly, and operate leanly, transforming the supply chain into a cornerstone of corporate success. The focus on data and direct connection with consumers proved crucial for their turnaround.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Hit by Stricter Verification Under INFORM Act

Amazon Sellers Hit by Stricter Verification Under INFORM Act

Amazon has initiated a large-scale store verification process driven by the INFORM Consumers Act, which aims to enhance transparency in online marketplaces. This verification targets high-volume third-party sellers, requiring them to provide proof of identity, business address, bank account details, and other information. While challenging, this process can eliminate non-compliant sellers, purify the marketplace, and benefit compliant operators. Sellers should proactively prepare the necessary documents, conduct self-checks, and embrace compliance to navigate this new landscape successfully.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Gen Z Drives Ondemand Retail Market Shift

Gen Z Drives Ondemand Retail Market Shift

Instant retail, characterized by its 'buy-now-get-now' convenience, aligns perfectly with the consumption habits of the younger generation, experiencing explosive growth. This paper delves into the underlying logic behind the rise of instant retail, its category expansion, competitive landscape, and its empowering value to traditional retail. Using the collaboration between Suning.com and Meituan as an example, it reveals the immense potential and strategic significance of this trillion-dollar market. It highlights how instant retail is reshaping the retail landscape by catering to the demands of immediacy and convenience.

01/27/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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