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Nicholas Garcia on the E-Commerce Platform Paradox, Marketplace Dynamics, and Eroding Seller Margins

"Dozens of line items now impact a single transaction. You're being charged to bring products in, store them, move them, sell them, even retrieve them," Garcia says. Its compounding effect, he adds, can be significant with fulfilment fees, inbound transportation, and storage penalties.

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Unusual Options Activity Hints That a Big Fish Is Rolling Covered Calls on Shopify Stock

Unusual Options Activity Hints That a Big Fish Is Rolling Covered Calls on Shopify Stock

One of Shopify’s unusually active call options yesterday had a Vol/OI ratio of 335.96, nearly double the second-highest. A closer look suggests that a big fish was rolling Covered Calls on the e-commerce platform’s stock.

From CrowdStrike to Chewy, These Tanking Stocks Are Announcing Buybacks

From CrowdStrike to Chewy, These Tanking Stocks Are Announcing Buybacks

Big names across cybersecurity, e-commerce and software are down 30% or more in 2026, and management is responding with share buybacks.

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From Chatbots to Cognitive Agents: How AI Is Rebuilding the E-Commerce Experience

The online shopping journey has never been more complex — and paradoxically, more demanding.

Amazon Luna to End Support for Third-Party Games, Subscriptions in June—Here's What It Means

Amazon Luna is ending support for third-party games and subscriptions in the latest changes from the e-commerce company.

Dear Amazon Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for April 17

April 17 is shaping up to be a key date for Amazon, as new surcharges kick in amid rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions, putting its e-commerce engine to the test.

E-commerce vs. Marketplace: Understanding the Key Differences

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are constantly exploring new avenues to reach their customers and expand their market presence. Two prominent models that have emerged in the online retail space are e-commerce and marketplaces. While both models facilitate online transactions, they operate in fundamentally different ways, each offering…

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New Sam’s Club Price Hikes Take Effect May 1. Should You Buy Walmart Stock First?

New Sam’s Club Price Hikes Take Effect May 1. Should You Buy Walmart Stock First?

Analysts are considering the impact on WMT stock following Sam Club's membership fee hikes.

Tech Brief (Apr. 7): Space Pioneer’s Tianlong-3 Rocket Fails on Maiden Flight

Tech Brief (Apr. 7): Space Pioneer’s Tianlong-3 Rocket Fails on Maiden Flight

China issues guidelines to boost e-commerce development, Qingming Festival box office revenue drops 19%

MercadoLibre Stock Is in Deep Pullback Territory: Time to Buy?

MercadoLibre Stock Is in Deep Pullback Territory: Time to Buy?

MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) has fallen nearly 40% from its all-time high, whilst revenue surged 45% year over year to $8.8 billion in Q4.

Down 25%, Chinese Giant PDD Could Be a Strong Long-Term Value

Down 25%, Chinese Giant PDD Could Be a Strong Long-Term Value

See why Chinese e-commerce giant PDD could offer a significant opportunity for long-term investors as shares tank amid a shift in strategy.

'Cybercriminals are industrializing deception': new report reveals how major global cybercrime syndicates have infiltrated trusted domains with millions now at risk - here's what you need to know

'Cybercriminals are industrializing deception': new report reveals how major global cybercrime syndicates have infiltrated trusted domains with millions now at risk - here's what you need to know

Outdated software, crypto fraud, and fake ecommerce sites are running rampant, losing people money and web assets.

Africa needs to fight for a better deal on world trade rules: it should lead the charge on these 3 priorities at this week’s WTO meeting

Africa needs to fight for a better deal on world trade rules: it should lead the charge on these 3 priorities at this week’s WTO meeting

African countries face many trade barriers today. Wealthier countries subsidise their farmers, making African agricultural exports less competitive. Global trade rules promise extra support but are rarely implemented. Many African countries also lack the infrastructure, funding or political will to build industries. This leaves them stuck exporting raw materials instead…

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Why Product Pages Without AI Avatars Are Leaving Money on the Table

Scroll through any major e-commerce site in 2026 and you'll notice something: the winning product pages all look remarkably similar.

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Myer clicks into gear with a huge e-commerce expansion

Myer will be able to sell thousands of new products and expand into different ranges once its new e-commerce marketplace launches in May.

Alibaba Stock Is Getting Hit Again, but Qwen and Cloud Growth Are Surging

Alibaba took another tumble after its latest earnings report, but its cloud segment continues to impress as it works toward its goal of $100 billion in revenue.

Alibaba Just Launched a New AI Unit. Should You Buy BABA Stock Here?

Other factors make BABA stock attractive for some investors, not just its new AI unit.

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Joybuy UK Launch Sparks Price War as Tech Prices Drop Below Amazon and Argos

Joybuy UK's entry into the UK e-commerce market offers unbeatable prices on high-end electronics, backed by a price-match promise and fast '11-to-11' delivery, challenging Amazon and Argos.

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Electric cooktops fly off the shelves in India as Iran war sparks cooking gas shortage

Several stove models are already sold-out on e-commerce platforms while offline chains say fresh supplies are still days away

International Business Times UK

UPS Offers $150,000 Buyouts to 100,000 Drivers as Shipping Giant Cuts Ties With Amazon

UPS is offering a $150,000 buyout to over 100,000 drivers as part of a strategic shift away from Amazon, aiming for a leaner, more automated business model.

Why Wedbush Analysts Love AppLovin Stock Right Now

APP stock is down 40% from all-time highs, but this Wall Street investment firm remains bullish.

Dear Alibaba Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for March 19

Investors should closely watch Alibaba Group as the e-commerce and cloud giant prepares to report its third quarter results on Mar. 19.

International Business Times UK

Amazon Outage Disrupts Shopping for Thousands as Product Pages and Checkout Fail

A major Amazon outage left more than 150,000 users unable to access product pages or complete purchases, highlighting the risks of large-scale e-commerce disruptions.

Sea doubles annual earnings, yet profitability worries drag shares down in worst drop in 2 years

Fintech division Monee was the company’s fastest-growing division, posting 60% growth over 2025.

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Meta Is Quietly Turning Meta AI Into a Built-In Shopping Engine for US Users

Meta is testing a shopping feature inside Meta AI, seemingly pushing into AI-powered e-commerce and agentic product discovery for US consumers.

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