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The National Retail Federation (NRF) anticipates that US container imports at major ports will hit record highs in July. The primary driver is importers stocking up in response to potential tariff increases, which may impact logistics timelines.
Amazon's FBA New Selection Program will restart and upgrade on July 30, offering larger fee waivers and wider storage fee exemptions to encourage sellers to list more new brand ASINs.
The EU's new Consumer Credit Directive will come into effect on November 20, 2026, regulating BNPL and installment payment models. Payment service providers must fulfill compliance obligations, and sellers should pay attention to checkout process compliance adjustments.
At the 2026 Seller Summit, Walmart reiterated its omnichannel strategy, emphasizing deep integration of online digital experiences with physical stores. Data shows Walmart's e-commerce business continues to grow at double-digit rates, attracting more sellers to join the platform through incentive policies to further expand market share.
TikTok Shop has evolved into a content-driven e-commerce marketplace. Successful sellers no longer rely on traditional search but use short videos and live broadcasts for product discovery and conversion. The guide recommends that sellers post content frequently and deeply engage with influencers and affiliate partners to achieve scalable growth.
Marketing agency Podean has announced its acquisition of TikTok Shop's platinum partner, Social Commerce Club. This move aims to integrate resources from both parties to help brands improve conversion rates and influence in TikTok Shop, a rapidly growing social commerce channel. TikTok Shop's market in the U.S. is expected to exceed $23.4 billion in 2026.
The governments of Vietnam and Cambodia held a seminar on July 15 in Phnom Penh to promote cross-border e-commerce cooperation between the two countries. Both sides view e-commerce as a key growth engine to achieve the bilateral trade target of $20 billion and are committed to improving logistics connectivity and digital payment infrastructure to support exporter SMEs.
On the evening of July 14, eBay experienced a brief technical outage, preventing buyers and sellers around the world from accessing the site normally. Affected functionalities included product purchases, postings, and shipping label printing. Normal service was restored after approximately 45 minutes, but some sellers reported disruptions while processing orders.
Payment technology company Shift4 has launched a cross-border POS platform that integrates payment, currency conversion, and tax refund functionalities, aiming to simplify the offline retail payment experience in the European market.
Secondhand fashion platform Fleek has completed $25 million in funding, with eBay being one of the investors. The platform utilizes AI technology to optimize the secondhand trading process, demonstrating the continuous heat of the secondhand e-commerce market.
Walmart has signed a nuclear energy purchase agreement with Constellation to supply clean energy to its distribution center in Illinois, further advancing its goal of net-zero emissions by 2040.
Amazon plans to build a nearly 250,000 square foot automated sorting warehouse in Texas equipped with advanced robotic systems, aimed at enhancing regional logistics efficiency.
Amazon plans to invest $48 million in a robotic sorting warehouse in Texas, aiming to enhance logistics automation and delivery efficiency.
Amazon further reduces its footprint in the Singapore market, including scaling down order fulfillment services and ceasing Amazon Fresh operations, reflecting intense localized competitive pressure in Southeast Asia.
The TikTok Shop's mid-year promotion in the U.S. showed strong performance, with overall sales doubling, especially in live-streaming sales and content channels, highlighting the continuous penetration and growth potential of social e-commerce in the U.S. market.
Walmart has signed a nuclear power purchase agreement with Constellation for its distribution center in Illinois, marking a precedent in collaborations between large retailers and nuclear energy facilities, demonstrating commitment to sustainable operations.
TikTok Shop's search advertising feature is now fully open. Early tests indicate this ad type effectively increases conversion rates, and the current competition for keywords is relatively low, making it a key opportunity for sellers to gain traffic. Sellers are advised to quickly set up keyword ads.
The cross-border payment field is undergoing technological innovation, with the application of real-time payment systems, API connections, and cloud-native architectures significantly enhancing the speed and transparency of international fund flows, reducing the complexity of cross-border transactions.
Cross-border logistics provider Globavend has reported first-half revenue of 14.8 million dollars for the fiscal year 2026, an 8% increase year-over-year, demonstrating the resilience of cross-border logistics demand amid a complex trade environment.
The Greater Bay Area Global Business Expansion Summit held in Hong Kong aims to support SMEs in addressing cross-border challenges. About 20% of attending companies focus on the e-commerce sector, highlighting the urgent need for Bay Area enterprises to expand globally.