Amazon Prime Event Drives Billion Orders Seller Costs Rise

Amazon Prime Event Drives Billion Orders Seller Costs Rise

Amazon's 'Prime Early Access Sale' saw over 100 million orders, but sales were only a third of Prime Day's. Increased fulfillment costs during peak season are exacerbating cost pressures for sellers, while price wars are eroding profit margins. To address these challenges and achieve sustainable growth, sellers need to refine operations, optimize supply chains, differentiate product selection, expand channels, and prioritize inventory management. Focusing on these areas will be crucial for navigating the complexities of the market and maintaining profitability during peak seasons and beyond.

12/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Boosts Holiday Hiring Amid Retail Strategy Shift

Amazon Boosts Holiday Hiring Amid Retail Strategy Shift

Amazon is hiring 150,000 new employees for the holiday season, while also adjusting its return policies and inventory management rules to adapt to market changes and prepare for the peak season. This move reflects Amazon's optimistic sales expectations and presents both opportunities and challenges for sellers. Sellers need to closely monitor market trends, strengthen cooperation with the platform, and focus on brand building to stand out in the competition. Success hinges on adapting to the evolving landscape and leveraging the holiday season's potential.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Shipping Delays Key Causes and Impacts

Global Shipping Delays Key Causes and Impacts

International express delivery times are influenced by various factors, including peak season transportation pressure, customs clearance complexity, adverse weather conditions, flight disruptions, and unforeseen events. Understanding these factors helps to view international express delivery times more rationally and make more informed decisions when choosing a service. These delays can be frustrating, but awareness of the potential causes allows for better planning and management of expectations regarding international shipping timelines.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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Walmart Sellers Adopt Data Tools for Black Friday Prep

Walmart Sellers Adopt Data Tools for Black Friday Prep

JiaPlus ERP for Walmart platform launches new features to help sellers efficiently manage stores, optimize listings, monitor hijackers, and improve customer experience, thereby converting traffic into sales during Black Friday. The platform offers unified product/order management, listing quality optimization, 24-hour hijacker monitoring, and automatic price adjustments. These features comprehensively enhance operational efficiency and sales performance for Walmart sellers, allowing them to maximize their potential during the peak shopping season.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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UPS Adjusts China Parcel Fees Affecting Crossborder Ecommerce

UPS Adjusts China Parcel Fees Affecting Crossborder Ecommerce

UPS has adjusted its China export parcel fees, introducing new area surcharges and a 'peak season surcharge,' increasing costs for US importers. Businesses need to adjust their strategies to cope with these changes. This includes exploring alternative shipping options, negotiating rates, and optimizing supply chains to mitigate the impact of the increased fees. Understanding the specifics of these new surcharges and their application is crucial for effective cost management and maintaining competitiveness in the global market.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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Amazon Enhances Ad Precision in Europe Japan with Realtime Data

Amazon Enhances Ad Precision in Europe Japan with Realtime Data

Amazon Genie's real-time data stream now supports European and Japanese marketplaces, providing Amazon sellers with refined advertising management tools. With real-time data, sellers can precisely adjust bidding prices, optimize keywords, refine product targeting strategies, and manage budgets to improve advertising effectiveness. This data-driven operational approach helps sellers stand out in highly competitive markets and achieve greater success, especially during the upcoming peak season promotions. It empowers informed decision-making and maximizes ROI for Amazon advertising campaigns.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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US Port Delays Strikes Disrupt Crossborder Ecommerce Shipments

US Port Delays Strikes Disrupt Crossborder Ecommerce Shipments

During the year-end peak season, cross-border sellers face multiple challenges including the risk of a US West Coast strike, Canadian port congestion, and Amazon warehouse overflow. Sellers should promptly adjust logistics and stocking plans, optimize inventory management, choose warehouses with better logistics conditions, and maintain communication with logistics providers and Amazon to ensure smooth logistics. This proactive approach is crucial for navigating the complex and volatile logistics landscape and mitigating potential disruptions to supply chains.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Launches New Ad Tools for Holiday Shopping Season

Amazon Launches New Ad Tools for Holiday Shopping Season

Amazon introduces three new advertising features to boost peak season sales: a quick-look plugin for instant performance statistics, budget rules for intelligent control, and a brand store traffic generation feature for a dedicated traffic entry point. Sellers can leverage these tools to pinpoint issues, optimize targeting strategies, enhance brand image, and improve user engagement, ultimately driving sales growth. These updates allow for more efficient campaign management and better ROI during the crucial holiday shopping period.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Predictive Analytics Boosts Supply Chain Resilience for Peak Demand

Predictive Analytics Boosts Supply Chain Resilience for Peak Demand

Peak season presents significant supply chain challenges, making accurate demand forecasting crucial. Companies should leverage data analysis and market trend insights to optimize inventory, transportation, and collaborate closely with suppliers. Investing in forecasting technologies and building a flexible supply chain are essential for effectively responding to unexpected events, ensuring business continuity, and enhancing competitiveness. Accurate prediction enables proactive planning and resource allocation, mitigating risks associated with increased demand and potential disruptions during peak periods.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Datadriven Tactics Boost Ecommerce Sales for Holiday Season

Datadriven Tactics Boost Ecommerce Sales for Holiday Season

This article analyzes e-commerce peak season marketing strategies from a data analyst's perspective, emphasizing the importance of data-driven approaches. It highlights refined paid search operations, in-depth exploration of social media traffic, and real-time KPI monitoring and optimization. The goal is to empower e-commerce businesses to precisely navigate Black Friday and the Christmas shopping season, ultimately achieving performance growth through data informed decisions and targeted campaigns.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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