This podcast episode covers a range of topics related to the online retail industry. It begins by discussing the EU's proposed plan to impose import duty on cheap goods, which could have significant effects on popular low-cost marketplaces like Temu and Shein. The episode also highlights Amazon's entry into the low-cost market and its implications for the import landscape. Other topics include updates on shipping features for sellers, upcoming discount events on TikTok Shop, strategies for boosting sales during Amazon Prime Day, the launch of Amazon ads in South Africa, and the discontinuation of Amazon's robot for small businesses. The episode concludes with a focus on the Helium 10 platform's competitor tracking feature and the importance of utilizing competitor insights to stay informed and optimize performance during Prime Day and beyond.
