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In today’s digital age, ecommerce has become an integral part of the global economy. From small local businesses to large multinational corporations, ecommerce has provided a level playing field for businesses of all sizes to compete on a global scale. However, as ecommerce continues to evolve and expand, businesses are facing increasing challenges in managing […]
European consumers spent €55.1 billion on physical goods from online retailers outside the European Union in 2025, highlighting the accelerating shift toward cross-border eCommerce. According to the latest figures, €49.7 billion — roughly nine out of every ten euros spent outside the EU — went to three major platforms: Temu, Shein and AliExpress. International online […]
Online retailers across Germany, Austria and Switzerland are seeing encouraging signs in their management of product returns, with the share of retailers experiencing very high return rates declining in 2026. According to data from summer 2026, up to 66.7% of retailers in the DACH region reported item-related return rates of 10% or less. At the […]
DMSMatrix highlights how Amazon’s planned GWD expansion could simplify inventory management and cross-border fulfilment for international sellers Amazon is expanding its Global Warehousing and Distribution (GWD) service beyond the United States, with the service set to reach seven additional markets by the end of 2026, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Japan and […]
DHL eCommerce is increasing its focus on Eastern Europe as it looks to acquire additional parcel delivery companies in the region. The planned acquisition of Venipak, which operates across the Baltic states, represents the latest step in the division’s European expansion strategy. DHL eCommerce CEO Pablo Ciano has identified Eastern Europe as a key focus […]
Qatar is intensifying efforts to attract Chinese companies as businesses reassess global supply chains and look for ways to diversify operations closer to key customer markets. The shift comes amid disruption to trade routes in the Gulf, adding urgency to a broader trend already underway: Chinese businesses are increasingly establishing operations and distribution networks in […]
Temu has rapidly strengthened its position across European e-commerce, ranking among the continent’s leading online retailers and taking the No. 1 position in four markets, according to ECDB’s analysis of 2025 e-commerce data. Temu ranks first in Finland, Croatia, Hungary and Slovenia. ECDB notes that these four markets share a notable characteristic: none has a […]
Google’s shopping-related search experience across the European Economic Area (EEA) is undergoing a significant change, with product carousels reportedly disappearing almost entirely from organic Shopping-related search results. For online retailers and brands, the change represents a potentially substantial shift in how products are discovered through Google. Product carousels have traditionally provided retailers with prominent organic […]
Allegro is taking steps to extend its e-commerce ecosystem beyond its own marketplace, with plans to make selected tools and services available to selling partners for use in their own online stores. The offering is expected to include logistics, financial and advertising solutions, giving sellers access to capabilities developed within Allegro’s marketplace ecosystem while operating […]
DMSMatrix, a global eCommerce enablement platform, is set to showcase its cross-border marketplace solutions at eCommerce Expo London 2026, taking place on 23–24 September 2026 at ExCeL London. The company has been highlighted among the event’s “Must-See Exhibitors,” bringing further attention to DMSMatrix’s solutions for brands and sellers looking to streamline operations and expand into […]
France has introduced a new levy on ultra-fast fashion products, marking another significant regulatory development for international e-commerce platforms selling into the European market. The measure, which came into effect this week, is part of France’s broader effort to address the environmental and economic impact of ultra-fast fashion. The levy is expected to increase progressively, […]
