Nike is just ‘tip of the iceberg’ of companies ditching Amazon Nike’s decision to stop selling merchandise to Amazon is the start of brands opting to go directly to consumers, says internet entrepreneur Tim Armstrong. “The direct-to-consumer movement will be the...
Amazon recruits more Chinese sellers and puts consumers at risk The Wall Street Journal takes a look at the rising number of Chinese sellers on Amazon and the problems they make The percentage of China-based sellers directly supplying products on Amazon has risen to...
Amazon offers free delivery service in Israel Amazon launched free international shipping to Israel on Monday, and also unveiled a comprehensive Hebrew-language version of its website. According to Amazon, international orders “with at least $49 of eligible items and...
Amazon uses “Buy Box” algorithm to its own advantageFor Amazon sellers winning the “Buy Box” is everything. While Amazon says it’s a neutral arbiter, there is ample evidence that the company uses its algorithm to deliver outcomes that further its own interests.More...
Walmart appears to be winning more customers Less shopping is happening on Amazon, and consumers are favoring Walmart, according to a new survey. The frequency of people buying items on Amazon six times or more per month has dropped to 40% this year from 80% in 2017,...
Amazon educational program to help entrepreneurs succeed onlineAmazon announced Small Business Academy program to help small businesses reach more customers, build their brand, and grow sales. The initiatives include in-person seminars, community college courses, and...
