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A recent report from Eurostat reveals that Ireland holds the highest percentage of internet users engaging in online shopping within Europe. The data indicates that in the past year, an impressive 96 percent of Irish internet users made purchases online, placing the country at the forefront of European e-commerce participation. This figure highlights a significant […]
Despite ongoing uncertainties surrounding its operations in the United States, TikTok is aggressively pushing forward with the expansion of its e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop, into several key international markets. Sources indicate that the popular short-video platform plans to launch its in-app shopping feature in Italy, Germany, France, Japan, and Brazil throughout the year. This strategic […]
The annual E-Commerce Germany Awards concluded last week with a celebratory gala, recognizing leading service providers across twelve distinct categories. The event, a highlight of the E-commerce Berlin Expo, showcased the innovation and effectiveness of companies supporting the burgeoning German online retail sector. Established in 2018, the E-Commerce Germany Awards have become a benchmark for […]
The European Commission is taking steps to address the surge of small-value packages entering the European Union, particularly those originating from Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu. The Commission has proposed the removal of the current duty-free exemption for shipments valued under €150, citing concerns over product safety and the strain on customs resources. […]
Otto, the prominent German online retail platform, has announced a restructuring of its customer service operations, leading to the elimination of approximately 480 call center positions. This decision will result in the closure of several customer service locations across Germany, impacting hundreds of employees. The move comes as Otto seeks to adapt to evolving customer […]
Bol, the prominent Dutch online marketplace, has announced its financial results for the past year, revealing a significant increase in sales and a shift in its business model. The company’s net sales reached 3.1 billion euros in 2024, marking an 8.7 percent rise compared to the previous year. This growth outpaced the overall Dutch e-commerce […]
DMSMatrix reports that Monta, the Dutch fulfillment company, has opened its first warehouse in France. This marks the company’s expansion into its fifth European market and brings its total number of locations to 19 across the continent. Monta, founded in 1999 in the Netherlands, specializes in warehousing and order processing for online retailers. Over the […]
The European Union is planning to introduce new measures aimed at reducing the number of unsafe and illegal products entering the market through online platforms. The proposed regulations would make ecommerce companies such as Temu, Shein, and Amazon responsible for ensuring that products sold on their platforms comply with EU safety standards. This move comes […]
Shopify Inc. has reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year, which ended on December 31, 2024. Both revenue and gross merchandise value (GMV) grew by over 20% compared to the previous year, continuing a six-quarter streak of similar growth rates. Shopify, known for its ecommerce platform services, also marked the […]
Chinese ecommerce company JD.com is reportedly in discussions with Ceconomy, the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn, regarding a potential acquisition. This move comes as JD.com seeks to expand its presence in Europe amid slowing economic growth in China. Ceconomy, a major electronics retailer, reported a revenue of 22.4 billion euros in the last fiscal […]
