Amazon Sellers Guide to Refurbishing Listings and Risks

Amazon Sellers Guide to Refurbishing Listings and Risks

Amazon listing refresh involves steps like deleting the old listing and uploading a new one. This process carries potential risks, including SKU conflicts, loss of reviews, and traffic disruption. Careful consideration and planning are crucial before undertaking a listing refresh to mitigate these potential negative impacts on sales and ranking. Understanding the potential pitfalls and having a contingency plan are essential for a successful transition and to avoid damaging your product's performance on Amazon.

US Manufacturing PMI Contracts for Ninth Month Stoking Recession Fears

US Manufacturing PMI Contracts for Ninth Month Stoking Recession Fears

The US ISM report shows the Manufacturing PMI has been below 50 for the ninth consecutive month, indicating a sustained and accelerating contraction in the manufacturing sector. While the overall economy is still growing, the pace is slowing. This manufacturing downturn could negatively impact employment, investment, and consumption, requiring close monitoring and timely action.

Shipping Industry Faces Downturn Hapaglloyd CEO Urges Survival Plans

Shipping Industry Faces Downturn Hapaglloyd CEO Urges Survival Plans

Hapag-Lloyd's CEO warns the container shipping industry faces a challenging three years due to overcapacity and plummeting freight rates. The company declined to participate in the acquisition of a stake in the Port of Hamburg, focusing instead on enhancing its own competitiveness. While the industry faces difficulties, the situation isn't as severe as the 2008 financial crisis. Lean operations, differentiated services, and digital transformation are crucial for navigating the challenges and achieving success in the future.

Intermodal Volume Rises Despite Economic Challenges in March

Intermodal Volume Rises Despite Economic Challenges in March

This paper analyzes multimodal transport data for March, highlighting structural divergence: overall growth but a decline in trailer transport, and strong growth in international containers. It emphasizes that growth in international trade and steady domestic economic development are driving forces, but also warns of risks from trade policies and rising costs. The paper recommends that companies adopt diversified and refined strategies, embrace new technologies, to address challenges and seize opportunities.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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US Rail Freight Decline Points to Economic Slowdown

US Rail Freight Decline Points to Economic Slowdown

US rail freight and intermodal volumes have decreased year-over-year, with intermodal showing a significant decline, potentially signaling a slowdown in demand. While cumulative year-to-date growth remains, caution is warranted. The industry faces both challenges and opportunities, necessitating a cautiously optimistic outlook. The sharp drop in intermodal volume is particularly concerning as it often reflects consumer spending and overall economic activity. Monitoring these trends is crucial for understanding future economic performance.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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LED Giants Sanan Ledvance Warn of Profit Declines in 2025

LED Giants Sanan Ledvance Warn of Profit Declines in 2025

San'an Optoelectronics and Opple Lighting announced their 2025 profit forecasts, both projecting losses, revealing multiple challenges facing the lighting industry, including weak demand, intensified competition, and inventory pressure. San'an Optoelectronics is actively promoting internationalization, while Opple Lighting urgently needs to reshape its competitive advantages. Investors should carefully assess the risks, pay attention to corporate transformation strategies, and selectively choose high-quality targets. The industry faces significant headwinds requiring strategic adaptation from key players.

Amazon Launches Performance Alerts for Sellers

Amazon Launches Performance Alerts for Sellers

Amazon introduces a new "Performance Alert" feature designed to help sellers identify and resolve operational issues more promptly. By customizing the monitoring of key metrics, sellers can receive immediate notifications when data anomalies occur, enabling them to respond quickly, minimize losses, and improve operational efficiency. This easy-to-use feature effectively enhances competitiveness on the Amazon platform, allowing for proactive management and problem-solving before significant impact.

Amazon Sellers Hit by Listings Removed Over one Trademark

Amazon Sellers Hit by Listings Removed Over one Trademark

Amazon sellers faced mass listing removals for using the common word "one," highlighting the risks of trademarking generic terms. Sellers need to conduct thorough reviews, register their brands, and actively appeal. Platforms should improve their review mechanisms. Industry organizations are calling for standardized trademark registration practices to foster a fair and healthy business environment. The widespread removal underscores the importance of due diligence in trademark usage and the potential for broad interpretations of trademark law to impact legitimate businesses.

Amazon FBA Sellers Gain Tools to Prevent Stockouts

Amazon FBA Sellers Gain Tools to Prevent Stockouts

This article explains how to effectively manage FBA inventory by accurately calculating replenishment quantities, setting inventory alerts, and utilizing Amazon and third-party tools. This approach reduces the risk of stockouts and enhances sellers' competitiveness in the market.

09/16/2025 Warehousing
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Typhoon Muifa Disrupts Shipping at Key China Ports

Typhoon Muifa Disrupts Shipping at Key China Ports

Typhoon Muifa has strengthened into a severe typhoon, heading directly towards the East China coast. Zhejiang has raised its emergency response level. Ningbo and Shanghai ports may face another shutdown, disrupting shipping in the East China Sea and potentially triggering a domino effect on the supply chain. Businesses should closely monitor weather and port conditions, protecting goods and adjusting production. Experts recommend building a more resilient and diversified supply chain system to cope with future risks.

12/29/2025 Logistics
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