A Perfect Time to Enter the Global Ecommerce Frontier
Online sales worldwide are predicted to grow exponentially in the coming years, with ecommerce revenues expected to reach 1.6 trillion by year-end. See what this means for ecommerce retailers.
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Consumers in India Becoming Mobile Savvy
More and more shoppers in India are going to their mobile devices to shop and one online marketplace in particular is making an effort to respond to the increase in mobile usage. See which marketplace is answering the mobile call.
The Growing Urgency Behind Manufacturers’ Global Online Expansion Plans
Manufacturers have an increasing appetite for international expansion through their ecommerce channels, and their expectations for speed-to-market and profitability are more aggressive than ever before.
Alibaba Launches Enhanced Mobile Tool in China
Alibaba’s mobile Taobao announced an enhanced version of its mobile merchant tool called “Micro Store.” See what this will mean for Alibaba.
Cross-border Apparel Sellers Have a Leg Up in Europe
It appears apparel sellers have a leg(ging) up on other merchants who are looking to sell cross-border to consumers in Europe. See what this will mean for retailers.
FedEx Will Buy TNT Express for $4.8 Billion
FedEx Corporation and TNT Express N.V. have reached conditional agreement on recommended all-cash public offer of €8.00 per ordinary TNT Express share. The transaction represents an implied equity value for TNT Express of €4.4 billion, or $4.8 billion U.S.
Are Your Global Ecommerce Sales Growing?
If you’re a retailer or a B2B merchant, and you’re selling across borders, then we want you to share your knowledge at Growing Global 2015. Here’s how you can become a part of our speaker faculty.
The 3 Trends Changing the Face of Global Ecommerce
Global ecommerce is charging forward, with online revenues growing in every market in virtually every market around the world. Zia Daniell Widger, Vice President & Research Director for Forrester Research, will deliver The 3 Trends Changing the Face of Global Ecommerce as a keynote at this year’s Growing Global conference.
China to Allow Foreign Ownership of Ecommerce Firms
China announced it will allow full foreign ownership of ecommerce firms in Shanghai’s free trade zone. See how regulatory changes have made it easier for retailers and brands to enter the Chinese market.
Consumers in Africa Embracing Ecommerce
The rise of ecommerce on the African continent is changing the face of the traditional consumer, and brands need to adapt their business models and strategies in order to remain relevant among consumers and avoid a drop in market share.