#154 - Fake 3rd-party Sellers Exist on Amazon, Choose Between Low Prices Or U.S. Sellers and more
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Donald Trump’s Tariffs Will Force Amazon To Choose Between Low Prices Or U.S. Sellers
Amazon is facing an unprecedented balancing act - trying to compete with Chinese marketplaces on price while simultaneously keeping its marketplace an attractive place to do business for its U.S. suppliers. Now, Donald Trump's proposed tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese imports threaten to make this juggling act impossible. The retail giant's recent moves reflect this tension. Earlier this month, Amazon launched "Haul," a new shopping experience targeting price-conscious consumers with items under $20. This direct response to competitors like Temu came alongside an unusual decision to freeze seller fees for 2025.
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Amazon Opts for No Fulfillment Fee Increases in 2025
Amazon won’t increase or add new fulfillment fees for its third-party sellers in 2025, according to an announcement Tuesday. The e-commerce giant said it continues to lower its cost to serve customers after shifting to a regional fulfillment model, allowing it to avoid hiking Fulfillment by Amazon fees even in the face of inflation and employee investments. Amazon will also lower charges in certain cases. This includes inbound placement service fees for large and bulky products under the company’s “minimal shipment splits” plan, which will drop by $0.58 per unit on average starting Jan. 15.
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Yes, Fake 3rd-Party Sellers Exist on Amazon: VERIFY
Shoppers across the country are expected to spend around $240 billion this holiday season. Sophisticated scammers know that, and they want to try to get their hands on some of that money. A Reddit user recently posted about a trick they experienced on Amazon, where they thought they had made a purchase but then the seller's account was disabled and all of their listings were removed. The user described this as a scam.
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Good to Know
A China-based company that sells $500 million a year in tools and appliances on Amazon has been accused of manipulating its customer product reviews — and competitors gripe that Amazon has been turning a blind eye, The Post has learned. Shanghai-based Vevor, which sells everything from power tools and toys to camping gear and restaurant equipment, has been systematically creating multiple listings for identical products in a bid to sidestep negative reviews — flouting Amazon’s rules as well as US regulations on consumer protection and unfair competition, rival sellers claim.
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Influencing sales: Levanta, which helps Amazon sellers partner with creators, raises $20M
Levanta, a Seattle startup that connects sellers on Amazon’s marketplace with influencers and creators, raised $20 million in a Series A round led by Boston-based Volition Capital. Founded in 2023, Levanta lets Amazon sellers create their own affiliate programs, recruit creators, generate revenue reports, and make affiliate commission payments. The startup is riding tailwinds from a growing influencer economy as brands look to social media creators with large followings to sell more products. Affiliate marketing spend continues to rise as well, and is expected to reach an estimated $15.8 billion in the U.S. by 2028.
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Amazon’s Black Friday sales face sharp criticism from consumers
About a decade ago, Black Friday in America was about long lines, fist fights, and stampedes over steep discounts on high-demand items such as flat-screen TVs, laptops, toys, etc. Consumers would arrive at stores at the crack of dawn to get their hands on products selling for a generous 50% to 60% off, and those products would practically sell out within the blink of an eye. Now, it seems that the enthusiasm for Black Friday has dried up over the years as the discounts have become just a bit less generous. Amazon is one of the many retailers that has recently faced consumer criticism over its Black Friday sales.
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As the countdown to one of the busiest retail periods of the year begins, Amazon has unveiled a new piece of research designed to give sellers a tech-powered head-start. With the holiday season, including Black Friday, fast approaching, the research reveals that for independent sellers who sell in Amazon’s store, success is determined by both having the right products and deploying the right tools. According to the research, those embracing tools such as AI, data insights, and investing in customer relationships are set to capture a bigger slice of the sales pie.
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Why New Sellers Should Stick with Amazon Despite the Gating Drama
Hey there, fellow adventurers in the vast digital marketplace! Welcome back to another deep dive into the chaotic, sometimes frustrating, but always intriguing world of e-commerce. Today, we're tackling a topic that's been causing quite the stir among the modern-day merchants: Amazon's seemingly capricious gating of bigger brands. If you're a newer seller watching this with a mix of awe and terror, wondering if you should jump ship before the next wave hits, well, buckle up.
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Amazon expands cross-border logistics programme; launches export navigator for sellers
E-commerce major Amazon on Tuesday said it has expanded its cross-border logistics programme global selling seller exports and delivery (SEND), which will help Indian exporters ship goods abroad. The company also announced the launch of Export Navigator - a one-stop dashboard to assist sellers with all compliance requirements related to overseas shipment.
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Exclusive: Amazon likely to face investigation under EU tech rules next year, sources say
Amazon opens new tab will likely face an EU investigation next year into whether it favours its own brand products on its online marketplace as European antitrust regulators build up a case under landmark rules, people with direct knowledge of the matter said. The U.S. online retailer could face a fine of up to 10% of its global annual turnover if it is found guilty of breaching the European Union's Digital Markets Act which seeks to rein in the power of Big Tech.
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Most popular online marketplaces worldwide in 2023, based on third-party web sales
In 2023, Chinese online shopping platform Taobao was the world's most popular online marketplace based on third-party sales in, with approximately 723 billion U.S. dollars. Also based in China, B2C e-commerce site Tmall ranked second, with sales of 682 billion dollars. U.S.-based Amazon came in third, with a 435 billion dollars in third-party sales.
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Want to Beat Amazon Prices? Here’s How the Pros Do It
Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Amazon dominates the retail landscape thanks to its competitive prices. New research from Profitero, which is owned by NielsenIQ, suggests that the giant is the cheapest option for products in several categories, including appliances, electronics, toys, and tools/home improvement.
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Tips and Tricks
How to Find Unique Product Ideas (Before Your Competitors)
Ecommerce entrepreneurs typically use one of the following methods to learn about new, popular products: Check best-selling products on prominent eCommerce stores like Amazon, Etsy, eBay, AliExpress, or Shopify. Look up "top trending products" lists and see a rundown of the most popular products over the last year. Use free sites like Google Trends to see what people are searching for online.
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How To Sell Products on Amazon
Selling on Amazon has become a powerful route for independent sellers to reach an enormous engaged customer base. Over 60% of Amazon sales come from independent, small and medium-sized business sellers, with U.S.-based sellers averaging over $250,000 in annual sales in 2023. The platform’s massive marketplace means that with the right setup, tools and strategies, building a profitable business is possible. The first step is choosing the right selling plan from Amazon’s two options: individual and professional. The Individual Plan doesn’t have a monthly fee and instead is pay-as-you-go, charging $0.99 per sale, making it best for smaller sellers.
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10 Top Product Research Tools (2024)
This is a list of the best product research tools in 2024. From developing a business idea to delivering the products your most loyal customers want, the right product software can help you with things. In this guide, we’re exploring 10 of the best product research tools on the market today for Shopify stores, retail merchants, Amazon sellers, dropshipping entrepreneurs, and everyone in between.
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12 Ecommerce Marketplaces To Sell Products (2025)
Ecommerce marketplaces are gaining momentum, fast. We’re all familiar with the saying, “Go where your customers are.” These days, consumers are flocking to marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Alibaba, Walmart, and Rakuten to do their shopping. Last year, global ecommerce sales amounted to more than $5.8 trillion worldwide. In 2027, sales are expected to rise to over $8 trillion.
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How to Find Trending Products On Amazon For Your Store
Today you're going to see exactly how to find trending products that haven't gone mainstream yet. Specifically, we're going to show you how to identify trending products on Amazon that fit your target audience, have excellent profit margins, show promising future demand, and align with your brand.
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Guide to Amazon Suspension: Causes, Appeals, and Prevention
You must avoid suspension as an Amazon seller. If your account has been suspended due to any violations, you must focus on lifting the suspension and avoiding issues that could lead to it in the future. Amazon suspension simply means that your goods will no longer be visible to potential customers, and you will not be able to sell anything on the Amazon marketplace. This blog explores some common reasons that could lead to the suspension of your Amazon account. If it has been suspended, we will also look at ways to appeal an Amazon seller suspension.
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Podcasts
What if you could uncover the hidden keywords that skyrocket your Amazon sales this December? Join Bradley Sutton, as he reveals advanced strategies tailored for Amazon sellers eager to maximize their holiday profits. This episode of the Serious Sellers Podcast by Helium 10 guides you through a meticulous process of identifying high-conversion unique keywords using tools like Helium 10 and Amazon Seller Central. Discover the secrets to refining your keyword strategy, targeting specific product variations, and ensuring your listings are primed for maximum visibility during the peak holiday season.
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