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Platform PolicyTikTok

TikTok Shop Adjusts Payment Settlement Cycle, Introducing Four-Tier Framework

TikTok Shop will implement a new four-tier payment settlement framework starting June 9, replacing the previous three-tier system. The new policy dynamically adjusts the repayment cycle based on shop ratings, compliance records, and operational stages, with the fastest settlement cycle reduced to one day for high-rated Mall sellers, while high-risk stores may face longer delays.

Platform PolicyCNBC

Amazon Prime Day 2026 Scheduled for June 23 to 26

Amazon officially announced that Prime Day 2026 will take place in late June for four days. This move aims to test consumer purchasing power through an earlier promotional rhythm and address current household budget pressures.

Platform PolicyWalmart

Walmart's Major Promotion Scheduled for June 22, Directly Competing with Amazon's Prime Day

Walmart has moved its annual summer promotion to June 22, directly competing with Amazon's Prime Day. The promotion not only aligns in timing but also enhances member loyalty through the Walmart+ '24-hour priority access' mechanism. For cross-border sellers, this signifies an intense competition for traffic in late June, requiring advance preparation of inventory and promotional strategies.

Platform PolicyStcn

Xiaohongshu's Cross-Border E-commerce Platform Redshop Launched in June

Xiaohongshu's cross-border e-commerce platform Redshop was officially launched in June 2026, initially adopting an invitation-based model focusing on categories characterized by Chinese culture, marking a shift from content export to platform-based e-commerce export.

Platform PolicyeBay

eBay Releases June Seller Update: Introduces AI Dispute Handling and New Category Regulations

eBay's June seller update emphasizes enhanced platform tools and compliance requirements. Sellers can now use AI to handle payment disputes with a single click, improving after-sales efficiency. Furthermore, stricter item description standards have been implemented for the coin category, and a trading card price trend query tool has been made available to all sellers on the platform, aimed at optimizing seller operations and regulating market transactions through technology.

Platform PolicyChuhaiwang

Amazon US to Enforce Electronic Declaration for CPSC Certificates Starting July 8

Amazon requires all regulated consumer goods (including children's products and clothing) shipped to US FBA to complete electronic certificate declarations before customs clearance. Non-compliance will cause delays or rejections, so sellers need to verify ASINs and prepare compliance documentation in advance.

Platform PolicyTikTok

TikTok Shop Updates OTDR Calculation Rules, Optimizing Logistics Evaluation

TikTok Shop has updated the calculation logic of the On-Time Delivery Rate (OTDR). For cross-border and upgraded logistics orders, as long as sellers dispatch within the specified timeframe, delays caused by logistics providers thereafter will no longer be counted in OTDR assessments.

Platform PolicyEbrun

Amazon Disables Sellers' Ability to Contact Buyers Who Leave Negative Reviews

Amazon has largely disabled the feature that allows sellers to proactively contact buyers who leave negative reviews in the background. This means sellers can no longer directly communicate with buyers who leave ratings of 1-3 stars through on-site channels for post-sale remedies, and will need to find other compliant customer service paths.

Platform PolicyWalmart

Walmart Logistics Upgrade: Launch of Door-to-Door Pickup and Performance Assessment

Walmart's e-commerce platform has recently undergone multiple logistics and performance upgrades. The WI first-leg service has added door-to-door pickups to lower supply chain costs, tightened delivery time requirements, and included late shipment rates in seller performance assessments, requiring sellers to improve order fulfillment stability.

Platform PolicySeller

TikTok Shop Adjusts Settlement Policy in the US, Implementing Four-Tier System from June 9

TikTok Shop in the US will upgrade its payment settlement policy on June 9, 2026. The new policy will feature a four-tier settlement cycle, allowing eligible TikTok Shop Mall stores to settle as quickly as in 1 day, while stores with risks or violations will retain a 15-day settlement period. This move aims to incentivize quality sellers through differentiated settlements while strengthening the platform's control over risk accounts.

Platform PolicySeller

TikTok Shop Updates Payment Settlement Policy, Introduces Four-Tier Settlement System

TikTok Shop will fully upgrade its payment settlement policy on June 9, optimizing the existing three-tier settlement system to four tiers to better support sellers at different growth stages. Under the new rules, eligible Mall sellers will have their settlement cycle shortened to 1 day, while stores that have not completed their rookie period will see adjustments to their settlement cycles. This aims to improve cash flow efficiency, though sellers must closely monitor their store ratings and risk assessment status.

Platform PolicyeBay

eBay Releases June Seller Update: Introduces AI Dispute Resolution and New Category Rules

eBay's June seller update emphasizes the application of AI tools, launching the 'Intelligent Dispute Defense' feature that allows sellers to generate responses to payment disputes with one click. Additionally, stricter compliance requirements have been implemented for the coins category, mandating standardized condition details from sellers. The trading card pricing tool has also been expanded to enhance sellers' pricing and operational efficiency.