Top 5 Amazon Seller Reads this Week: Issue #212

Top 5 this week

“It took Temu 2.5 years to achieve the same Monthly Active Users (MAUs) that Amazon has built up over 30 years. While Amazon and other marketplaces face pressure, the real losers may be Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. Temu’s success underscores that in retail, competitive pricing remains a powerful draw for consumers.” ~Vanessa Hung

2. ChannelEngine Marketplace Shopping Behavior Report 2025

“There are a few useful nuggets in this report summary, but one that catches my eye is: ‘the majority of consumers visit 2-3 marketplaces before making a purchase.’ This speaks to the ever-growing need for brands to be thinking about multichannel strategy, as consumers are wising up to the benefits of looking beyond a single platform, trading in marketplace loyalty for better deals and pricing.” ~Shannon Curley

3. Here are the products and companies most at risk from Trump’s tariff plans

“As new tariff guidelines roll out over the coming months, sellers should audit their catalog’s tariff codes. Just as an accountant identifies optimal tax codes for deductions, an import expert can advise on legally reclassifying products to lower tariff tiers. Additionally, consider incorporating tariffs into sourcing decisions – different metals and woods are taxed at varying rates, so adjusting raw materials can lead to significant savings. Changing the country of origin may also provide an opportunity to improve profit margins.” ~Chelsea Cohen

4. AMZ Updates: DSP Upgrades and AI Enhancements

“This DSP news is a great step forward, but at the same time, I’d tread with caution. Amazon’s advertising revenue continues to grow year over year. This is another effort to continue that growth. But many people spend ad dollars very inefficiently. If you don’t know how to correctly run DSP you can burn through money quickly. Just because it’s easy doesn’t mean it’s smart to do. A solution like DSP Prime can help you invest your money wisely, with custom growth plans designed by experts.” ~Clayton Atchison

5. Amazon suspends drone delivery in Texas, Arizona

“Preemptively suspending their drone delivery following a safety incident at the testing center was a smart and strategic decision, as it prevents even greater challenges that could result from potential FAA intervention were a similar event to occur in public. While this may seem like a setback, the priority is maintaining safety to ensure continued agency support and avoid further restrictions.” ~Chelsea Cohen

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