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Walmart confirmed that it will remodel 650 stores nationwide in 2026 and adjust the usage guidelines for picking carts to address a 27% increase in e-commerce orders. The new regulations aim to enhance picking safety and efficiency while minimizing impacts on in-store customers.
The latest report shows that TikTok Shop's U.S. Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) reached $11.8 billion in the first half of 2026, representing a 103% year-on-year increase, regaining its position as the largest market globally. The global GMV surpassed $50 billion in the first half, with expectations of exceeding $100 billion for the full year.
TikTok Shop shows strong growth, with a global GMV of $50.3 billion in the first half of 2026, projected to surpass $100 billion for the year, indicating rapid expansion in the global e-commerce market.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen is reconsidering the $56 billion takeover bid for eBay due to poor market reaction. The two parties may shift towards a strategic partnership, focusing on using GameStop's retail store resources to expand eBay's presence in the collectibles market.
TikTok Shop performed strongly in the first half of 2026, with GMV exceeding $50 billion. The US market has officially surpassed Indonesia to become the largest single market for the platform globally, indicating rapid expansion in the US and European markets.
Walmart plans to deploy 90 million Wiliot IoT tags by the end of 2026 for real-time monitoring of fresh product temperatures and supply chain status, marking one of the largest applications of IoT technology in retail.
The 2026 Cross-border Independent Station Summit was held in Shenzhen, discussing the application of AI Agents in independent operations and releasing the 'AI Operations Maturity Assessment System' to drive the transition of cross-border e-commerce to smart operations.
Walmart showcased its trading cards and collectibles platform at the 46th National Sports Collectibles Convention, making high-value signed memorabilia transactions through an invite-only platform to deepen its presence in the collectibles niche.
SHEIN's marketplace business has rapidly grown to account for over one-third of its total revenue. With substantial cash reserves, SHEIN is viewed as a potential acquirer of European e-commerce giants like Zalando.
TikTok Shop brands are increasingly leveraging AI-generated virtual characters or product models for content testing, aiming to replace traditional filmed content, reduce marketing costs, and enhance testing efficiency.
Walmart has officially completed the acquisition of streaming TV ad platform Vibe.co, planning to integrate it into Walmart Connect's retail media business to enhance its advertising deployment and purchasing data correlation capabilities.
TikTok Shop is piloting a subscription service called 'Shop Plus' in the U.S., aimed at enhancing user retention by offering benefits such as free shipping and discounts, directly competing with established e-commerce membership systems like Amazon Prime.
TikTok announces the launch of the '1 cent shopping reward' program in the U.S. Existing users can invite new users to join the platform and purchase popular items such as clothing and electronics for just 1 cent on TikTok Shop. This initiative aims to rapidly drive new user growth through a low-threshold promotional activity.
Walmart's e-commerce business achieved a GMV of over $150 billion in fiscal year 2026, with more than 200,000 active third-party sellers. This data indicates that Walmart has become an important choice for Amazon sellers seeking diversified layouts, with its market share continually expanding.
Korean beauty brand Missha reported an 816% year-on-year increase in sales on U.S. TikTok Shop from January to July this year, driven by a promotional video from Cardi B, showcasing the explosive potential of social e-commerce for beauty brands.
Thailand's Ministry of Commerce will host the 'TOPTHAI Cross-Border E-Commerce Day' on August 17-18, aimed at helping Thai companies leverage AI technology and mainstream e-commerce platforms to expand into global markets.
In the first half of 2026, TikTok Shop's global gross merchandise volume (GMV) reached $50.3 billion, demonstrating a strong growth momentum in social e-commerce worldwide and establishing it as an essential growth driver for cross-border sellers.
Chinese robotic vacuum brands have shown outstanding performance in Southeast Asia, with market share soaring from 38.8% to 64.1% within a year. Online e-commerce platforms (Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop) contributed over 70% of the sales.
A report by Public First shows that TikTok Shop has become the second largest beauty retailer in the UK, with sales up 60% year-on-year. About 30% of young people in the UK consider it their top choice for beauty and fashion recommendations, highlighting significant conversion abilities in social e-commerce.
According to the latest SEC filing, OMERS Administration Corp increased its stake in Amazon by 4.1% in the first quarter of 2026, with the total share value reaching $587.65 million, reflecting large institutional investors' confidence in Amazon's long-term growth in e-commerce and cloud services.