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THG Commerce launches new Hyrox global DTC ecommerce platform

THG Commerce, the end-to-end ecommerce platform from THG Ingenuity, has launched a new direct-to-consumer ecommerce platform for Hyrox, the fitness racing event. The website launch is part of a wider partnership between the two parties to drive long-term growth for Hyrox as it expands globally. Hyrox will benefit from extensive support across...

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Amazon to host first-ever four day Prime Day event

Online marketplace giant Amazon is set to bring back its Prime Day sales event, extending the discount offer to four days for the first time. Running from July 8 to July 11, the summer sale shopping event offers Prime members access to limited deals across a range of categories, from apparel to personal care and books. Another new addition to...

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Online spend set to exceed last year's Christmas sales by 1.1 billion pounds

The festive season is fast approaching, and new data from leading consumer insights providers Experian and Reward suggests the retail sector is in for a lucrative end-of-year period. According to their analysis, British consumers are poised to splurge a staggering 28 billion pounds online during the pivotal 'Golden Quarter' - that's 1.1 billion...

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Next stakes claim in premium fashion market with Seasons launch

British retail giant Next is making an ambitious move into the premium fashion segment with the launch of Seasons, a new multi-brand e-commerce platform. The venture marks a significant strategic shift for the high street retailer, as it seeks to capture market share in the wake of recent industry consolidation. The platform will debut with a...

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Birkenstock strengthens brand presence in South Korea through launch of dedicated website

German footwear brand Birkenstock is strengthening its brand presence in South Korea by launching a new, country-specific ecommerce website. A leading market for fashion in East Asia, Birkenstock sees “great potential” when it comes to growing its presence in the country as the industry is characterized by a range of young, creative local...

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Farfetch acquisition weighs on Coupang revenue

Coupang Credits: Coupang investor relations Coupang, South Korea's leading e-commerce platform, has reported its first quarterly loss in two years, as the company grapples with the integration of its recent Farfetch acquisition and a significant regulatory fine. The setback comes despite robust growth in its core online retail business. The...

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Revolve to acquire couture house Alexandre Vauthier

Revolve, the California-based online fashion retailer, is reportedly acquiring French haute couture brand Alexandre Vauthier. The 15 year-old company, which entered administration at the beginning of the year, has been looking for a buyer since February, said the Business of Fashion. Vauthier, which wholesales ready-to-wear and sells haute...

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Shopify unveils new AI-powered commerce features

Shopify, the e-commerce infrastructure provider, has unveiled a comprehensive update to its platform in its Summer '24 Edition, aiming to deliver a more unified and intuitive experience for merchants. The company is refining its services to meet the evolving demands of commerce across various scales, from entrepreneurs to enterprises. Deann...

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Shopify says retailers and consumers are accelerating climate-conscious shopping

Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify is increasing its efforts to combat climate change, emphasising the symbiotic relationship between commerce and environmental sustainability. As a corporate investors in long-term carbon removal initiatives, the Ottawa-based company says it has allocated over 32 million dollars to support 22 innovative,...

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8 ecommerce pricing tactics for boosting sales and profit margins

Credits: Image: Shopify, via Shopify archive Having a solid pricing strategy is key to succeeding in today’s ever-increasingly competitive ecommerce world. As consumers continue to prioritize finding the best value for their money, online retailers need to ensure their pricing strategy is as effective as possible. Crucial for shaping a brand’s...

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U.S. online sales to exceed 1.1 trillion dollars in 2023 with slowest growth in a decade

E-commerce sales in the United States are expected to exceed 1.1 trillion dollars in 2023, showing significant growth from the 1 trillion dollars recorded in 2022, according to the Department of Commerce. Despite a 7 percent growth rate this year, it represents the slowest expansion since the 2009 recession. Marketplace Pulse's analysis reveals...

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TikTok to spend billions in Southeast Asia as e-commerce move pays off

Jakarta - TikTok's chief executive said Thursday the company would pour billions of dollars into Southeast Asia in the coming years, as a report showed its nascent venture into online shopping is paying off. The popular video-sharing app's e-commerce affiliate has gained a substantial market share in the region just a year after its launch....