Infographic: Meet China’s Hai Tao Shoppers
Tmall Global recently surveyed more than 5,600 cross-border shoppers from China to better understand their characteristics and preferences. This infographic shows some of Tmall Global’s key findings.
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Competition, Opportunity Behind UPS $1B Euro Investment
UPS’ decision to invest $1B in Euro operations was based on Germany’s surging economy, growth in healthcare spending and competitors’ logistical build-out.
In France and Germany, Ecommerce a Matter of Trust
Merchants who want to conduct cross-border ecommerce into France and Germany have to grapple with a common issue – trust in the online channel.
Canada, Australia Top Choices for Cross-Border Ecommerce
Canada (84%) and Australia (54%) are the top choices for cross-border ecommerce, followed by Japan and New Zealand (39% each), according to the results of Multichannel Merchant’s MCM Outlook 2014. Here’s why U.S.-based merchants are high on doing business in those countries.
eBay: 79% of Global Shoppers Prefer PayPal
PayPal’s global business generated $986 million in revenue in the second quarter, and international revenue grew at a rate of 19% year over year. Here’s a look at what’s sparked the 11th consecutive quarter of global growth for PayPal.
Amazon and Flipkart Increase Investments in India
Amazon and Flipkart announced this week that they will separately invest U.S. $3 billion to support rapid marketplace growth in India. See why they – and the U.S. Government – believe India is the hotbed for economic growth.
ProShip Named First Certified DHL Global Mail International Solution Provider
ProShip, Inc., a provider of multi-carrier shipping software and distribution systems, was recently the first company to become certified as a DHL Global Mail International Solution provider. Here’s what the partnership means for ProShip’s global customers.
Apple’s Sales Growth in India is Great for Global Ecommerce
While India is seen as an emerging economy, it is still an immature global ecommerce market. Here’s why Apple’s iPhone and iPad sales there should help it grow.
Growing Global Attendees Challenged to Pursue Major Opportunity
Attendees at Multichannel Merchant’s Growing Global conference last week heard again and again that the global ecommerce window is wide open.
Chinese Ecommerce Market Exploding But Logistics Tricky
While the Chinese ecommerce market is growing wildly, getting goods there can prove tricky, attendees were told at Multichannel Merchant’s Growing Global conference.