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E-commerce

Temu’s daily US users drop 58% in May – Report

Temu, the global discount e-commerce platform owned by China’s PDD Holdings, saw its daily U.S. users drop by 58% in May, according to Sensor Tower. This sharp decline reflects growing challenges for the platform as tensions rise in the U.S.-China trade relationship. Temu cut its U.S. advertising budget and revised its order fulfillment strategy after […]

E-commerce

EU plan €2 fee on small parcels, targeting Shein, Temu

The European Union has unveiled a proposal to impose a €2 flat fee on billions of small parcels shipped directly to consumers’ homes, primarily from China, in a move to address customs overload and bolster the EU budget. The measure, announced by EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, would end the customs-free status for packages valued […]

EU to hold Temu, Amazon liable for dangerous goods
E-commerce

Relief for Shein, Temu as US relaxes tariffs

A temporary reduction in United States tariffs on Chinese imports has provided a critical opportunity for Chinese e-commerce giants, Shein and Temu, to stabilize their U.S. operations, according to supply chain experts. The agreement, announced Monday, lowers tariffs on most Chinese goods to 30% for the next 90 days and includes a relaxation of the […]

E-commerce

Temu abandons low-cost Chinese imports amid rising tariffs

Temu, the U.S. online retail sensation owned by China’s PDD Holdings Inc., is abandoning its reliance on low-cost Chinese imports that fueled its meteoric rise. The company announced it will transition to a “local fulfillment” model, exclusively selling goods from U.S.-based merchants to American consumers for the foreseeable future, according to an emailed statement. The […]

E-commerce

Temu introduces 145% ‘import charges’ after Trump’s tariff

Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has introduced hefty “import charges” averaging 145% on its products, a direct response to President Donald Trump’s recently enacted tariffs. The new fees, which began appearing over the weekend following price adjustments on Friday, are significantly inflating consumer costs, often exceeding the price of the items themselves and doubling the total […]

Tech

Temu cuts back US Ads, falls in app store rankings

Chinese online retailer Temu, known for its “Shop like a billionaire” campaign during last year’s Super Bowl, has significantly reduced its online ad spending in the U.S. and seen its ranking in Apple’s App Store drop. This follows President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on trade partners, which have likely increased operational costs and created uncertainty for […]

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Temu, Shein US sales fall as Trump targets China

Online shopping giants Temu and Shein saw a sales decline after U.S. President Trump removed a duty exemption for their small parcels, signaling a potential chilling effect on American consumers drawn to their low prices. Shein’s U.S. sales dropped 16% to 41% from Feb. 5 over five days, while Temu saw a decline of up […]

Amazon cuts jobs in books division amid broader efficiency push
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Temu, Amazon face price hikes as US closes loophole

Prices on platforms like Shein, Temu, and Amazon are expected to rise for American shoppers after U.S. President Donald Trump recently closed a trade loophole. This loophole had allowed low-value packages (under $800) to be shipped from China duty-free, according to Reuters. Shein, the fast-fashion retailer, and Temu, the online dollar-store, have both seen rapid […]

EU to hold Temu, Amazon liable for dangerous goods
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EU to hold Temu, Amazon liable for dangerous goods

The European Union is set to introduce new regulations that would make e-commerce platforms such as Temu, Shein, and Amazon Marketplace accountable for illegal or unsafe products sold online, according to a report by the Financial Times. The proposed customs reforms will require online platforms to submit data before goods arrive in the EU, allowing […]

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Temu tops Apple’s US iOS App store for second year

Temu, the popular e-commerce app owned by China’s PDD Holdings, topped Apple’s list of the most downloaded free apps on the U.S. iOS store for the second consecutive year, showcasing the success of Chinese apps in the world’s largest consumer market. ByteDance’s TikTok ranked third despite concerns over its future in the U.S., while Temu […]

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