Crossborder Ecommerce Grows Amid Policy and Platform Advances

Crossborder Ecommerce Grows Amid Policy and Platform Advances

This cross-border e-commerce weekly report focuses on the industry trends of the third week of September 2025, covering government support policies for cross-border e-commerce in various regions, and new developments on platforms such as Shopee, TikTok Shop, and Alibaba.com. It highlights logistics progress such as the opening of new China-Europe Railway Express routes and the activation of the Arctic shipping route, providing decision-making references for cross-border e-commerce practitioners.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Powell Faces Political Pressure Over Fed Policy Decisions

Powell Faces Political Pressure Over Fed Policy Decisions

US federal prosecutors have launched an investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Powell, sparking market concerns about the Fed's independence and policy continuity. The investigation stems from a dispute over the costs of a renovation project at the Fed headquarters and could exacerbate political pressure. This analysis explores the potential impact of the investigation, suggests strategies for market participants, and emphasizes the importance of the Federal Reserve rebuilding public trust. The probe's outcome could significantly influence monetary policy and market stability.

02/04/2026 International Settlement
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Amazon Sellers Face Suspensions Over Repeat Policy Violations

Amazon Sellers Face Suspensions Over Repeat Policy Violations

Amazon's 'Account Health Rating' policy update highlights repeated violations as a high-risk factor for account suspension. Sellers must comprehensively investigate potential infringement risks, promptly address violation warnings, standardize order processing and customer reviews, and implement measures to prevent account association. Compliant operation is fundamental to survival on Amazon. Proactive risk management and adherence to Amazon's policies are crucial for maintaining a healthy account and avoiding penalties. Failure to comply can lead to severe consequences, including account suspension or termination. Therefore, sellers should prioritize compliance to ensure long-term success on the platform.

02/04/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Amazon Sellers Face Crisis Over Account Policy Crackdown

Amazon Sellers Face Crisis Over Account Policy Crackdown

Amazon's autumn account suspension wave is here, with brand association being a major reason for account closures. The platform aims to standardize brand authorization and optimize the ecosystem. Sellers need to self-check the reasons for association, write POA appeals, and shift to a single-store, single-brand compliant operation model to cope with increasingly strict platform rules. This includes ensuring proper brand authorization and avoiding any practices that might trigger brand association flags, ultimately leading to a more sustainable and compliant Amazon business.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Suspends More Sellers in Brand Policy Crackdown

Amazon Suspends More Sellers in Brand Policy Crackdown

On September 23rd, Amazon conducted another large-scale account suspension, impacting tens of thousands of sellers, primarily due to brand association. This report delves into various association types, including multi-store authorization, malicious follow-selling, whitelisting, and service provider registration. It offers appeal strategies tailored to different scenarios. Emphasizing the importance of compliant operations, the report advises sellers to adopt a single-store, single-brand model, ensure verifiable legal entity information, self-register trademarks, and standardize operations to navigate increasingly stringent platform rules.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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US Retail Imports Slow Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty

US Retail Imports Slow Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty

US retail imports are projected to experience a short-term increase followed by a sustained decline, exacerbated by trade policy uncertainties. Businesses should embrace digital transformation, diversify sourcing channels, strengthen risk management, closely monitor policy developments, and enhance innovation capabilities to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. The volatile trade landscape necessitates proactive strategies to mitigate potential disruptions and maintain competitiveness. Focusing on agility and resilience within the supply chain will be crucial for sustained success in the evolving global market.

02/05/2026 Logistics
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Schwab Feds Datadriven Policy to Persist Through 2026

Schwab Feds Datadriven Policy to Persist Through 2026

Charles Schwab believes the Federal Reserve may stick to a 'data-dependent' strategy until 2026, with rate adjustments contingent on inflation and employment data. Market expectations anticipate potential rate cuts this year, but the risk of inflation resurgence shouldn't be overlooked. The Fed's independence is crucial. Regarding AI investment, focus on profitability. Investors should flexibly adjust their strategies. Simultaneously, Charles Schwab announced a CEO transition and a dividend increase.

02/05/2026 International Settlement
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Foreign Trade Policy Briefing Event Helps Enterprises Tackle Challenges

Foreign Trade Policy Briefing Event Helps Enterprises Tackle Challenges

In the context of a complex and ever-changing international trade situation, foreign trade enterprises face numerous challenges. To address this, Bao'an District organized a foreign trade policy briefing. The event provided policy interpretations aimed at enhancing companies' risk resistance and seizing market opportunities, thereby promoting the quality improvement and stable development of foreign trade enterprises.

05/20/2025 Logistics
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Hangzhou Customs New Policy: Fully Supporting Foreign Trade Development

Hangzhou Customs New Policy: Fully Supporting Foreign Trade Development

Hangzhou Customs has introduced 22 specific measures to promote stable growth and transformation of Zhejiang's foreign trade. Seventy percent of the policies focus on customs and services, aiming to improve customs efficiency and alleviate financial pressure, thereby boosting the development of cross-border e-commerce. This series of policies will provide strong support for local foreign trade enterprises, helping them tackle challenges in the new economic environment.

07/21/2025 Logistics
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