Amazon is not the most transparent of companies. The ecommerce giant likes to keep its lips sealed over most of its private data, including profits, sales and growth. However, in a shock move, the website has released some data related specifically to Amazon Marketplace and its ever expanding network of third party sellers. In a statement released earlier this week, Amazon revealed that in 2014 it...
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Amazon's Login and Pay function proved a hit in the US and UK, and has now been extended to Europe. Login and Pay makes buying via Amazon much swifter and more convenient. When browsing, web users are given the option to 'Login and Pay' for an item they have been looking at with their Amazon account, in the form of a clickable button. This feature has...
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Amazon has taken a leaf from eBay's book and launched a new feature that enables consumers to negotiate the price of goods. Aptly named 'Make an Offer', the facility will be available on selected items featuring on a dedicated microsite. Peter Faricy, vice president of Amazon Marketplace, called the feature a "game changer" for customers who want great prices on rare and unique goods. He also...
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For many Amazon and eBay sellers, Christmas is the busiest time of the year; however, it can also be the most competitive. With millions of sellers scrabbling to cash in on the seasonal rush, it can be easy to get lost in the mix. So, to help you make the most of your eBay listings this festive period and ensure your online store enjoys a...
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