Zilingos Liquidation Highlights Risks in Crossborder Ecommerce

Zilingos Liquidation Highlights Risks in Crossborder Ecommerce

Zilingo officially announced its liquidation, marking the fall of a once $1 billion e-commerce unicorn. This event serves as a warning to cross-border e-commerce companies that reckless expansion, financial irregularities, and chaotic internal management can lead to failure. Companies should focus on refined operations, compliance first, steady expansion, risk control, and talent development to survive and succeed in the fiercely competitive market. Ignoring these aspects can result in significant financial and operational challenges, ultimately leading to business collapse.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Shopify Compete for Sellers with Warehousing Strategies

Amazon Shopify Compete for Sellers with Warehousing Strategies

The competition between Amazon and Shopify for sellers is intensifying. Amazon's launch of the 'Unlimited Storage' program aims to build a super supply chain. Shopify, on the other hand, is warning against 'Buy With Prime' to defend its ecosystem. These moves by the giants aim to win seller loyalty by providing more comprehensive and attractive services, signaling a new round of reshuffling in the e-commerce industry. The battleground is shifting towards offering superior infrastructure and control over the seller experience.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Cuts Costs As Growth Slows

Amazon Cuts Costs As Growth Slows

Amazon's closure of its online fabric business, fabric.com, reflects a slowing growth trend in the e-commerce sector. E-commerce giants like Amazon and Shopify are facing declining performance and cost pressures, leading them to adopt strategies of scaling back their operations. This serves as a warning to cross-border sellers. In the future, cross-border e-commerce will need to focus more on refined operations, improving product quality and service levels to stand out in the fierce market competition.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Removes Garden Hoses Over Patent Disputes

Amazon Removes Garden Hoses Over Patent Disputes

A sudden and widespread removal of garden hoses occurred on Amazon US, likely due to patent infringement complaints. Sellers face the predicament of clearing inventory and cutting losses, highlighting the intellectual property risks in product selection. This article analyzes response strategies, emphasizing the importance of compliant operations and serving as a warning to sellers preparing for the peak season. Careful product selection and due diligence regarding potential patent issues are crucial to avoid similar situations and ensure a smooth and profitable selling experience.

12/29/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Dongguan Factory Shutdowns Threaten Global Supply Chains

Dongguan Factory Shutdowns Threaten Global Supply Chains

The wave of electronic factory closures in Dongguan serves as a warning, driven by shrinking cross-border e-commerce orders and broken capital chains. Businesses need to diversify their supply chains, strengthen risk control, and optimize their products to actively respond and survive. The closures highlight the vulnerability of manufacturers heavily reliant on international e-commerce and the importance of robust financial planning and adaptable strategies in a rapidly changing global market. Focusing on resilience and innovation is crucial for long-term sustainability.

12/29/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Trade War Fears Slow Global Freight Growth Forecasts Cut

Trade War Fears Slow Global Freight Growth Forecasts Cut

US-led tariff actions are fueling global trade tensions, creating uncertainty for the freight economy. Fitch Ratings has lowered its US economic growth forecast, citing the trade war's potential to increase inflation and delay interest rate cuts. Declining consumer confidence could trigger an economic recession. Policy shifts are crucial to avert a recession, but the outlook remains unclear. The impact of the trade war is a significant factor contributing to the potential economic downturn, affecting both businesses and consumers.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Trade War Strains Global Freight Sector Amid Slow Growth

Trade War Strains Global Freight Sector Amid Slow Growth

US-led tariff actions have sparked trade war concerns. Reports indicate that these actions will reduce US and global economic growth, exacerbate inflation, and potentially lead to an economic recession. Business investment is declining, and consumer confidence is weakening. The uncertainty surrounding tariff policies poses a significant challenge to the freight economy, highlighting the urgent need for policy adjustments. The trade war's impact on global supply chains and international relations adds further complexity to the economic outlook.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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