eBay is making a change in how it attributes transactions to members of its affiliate program that could impact their earnings. The change is a precursor to a new tracking system eBay will launch later this year, which it said Read more
Amazon announced 20 finalists in its search for a second North American headquarters, which it is calling “HQ2.” The company has had cities scrambling to submit proposals after it first revealed its search for a location where it expects to Read more
eBay alternative Bonanza shared its marketing plans for early 2018 along with some interesting results from last year’s marketing that all sellers may find interesting. In a nutshell, Facebook attracts new users, while Pinterest generates sales. The online marketplace said Read more
After reducing royalties this week, Amazon launched a new application process for its Merch by Amazon program and is requiring sellers who have been on the waiting list to reapply. Merch By Amazon lets people submit designs on T-shirts. When Read more
RainWorx has added new Facebook and Make Offer features to its software that allows businesses to create their own online auction sites. AuctionWorx can be used as a single-seller platform, or users can host multiple sellers on their auction sites. Read more
Walmart named a new executive to head its second largest operating segment, Walmart International. Judith McKenna succeeds David Cheesewright, who is stepping down from a full-time role. Walmart’s International division serves more than 100 million customers every week in more Read more
A popular niche marketplace for music lovers announced it has gone mobile. Discogs announced it is adding commerce capabilities to its Android app this week. The company explained it had first released the official Discogs app as a tool for Read more
Most people have an item in mind when they shop online, according to a study released by the National Retail Federation today its annual conference in New York, NRF 2018: Retail’s Big Show. That means it’s critical for sellers and Read more
Fedex is consolidating its specialty logistics and ecommerce solutions to simplify access for customers. The realignment under FedEx Trade Networks, led by the founder’s son, allows FedEx to offer its customized services in more convenient ways. A new company within Read more
UK retail sales increased by only 1.4% in December year-over-year, or 0.6% on a same-store sales basis, according to retail trade group BRC (British Retail Consortium). Those numbers are anemic compared to US growth rates (5.5% growth in November and Read more
