Four Strategies Retailers Can Use to Weather Higher Shipping CostsThere are a number of strategies that can be used to absorb the higher costs and continue delivering a top-notch customer experience-free shipping still included. Update on new shipping and mailing ratesRecent increases by FedEx and UPS and the pending Jan. 27 rate increase for the U.S. Postal Service will bring challenges and opportunities for business in 2019. Amazon’s top 11 moves in 2019—and beyond—could include bid for Kohl’s Amazon's aggressive acquisition strategy will continue through the next few years at least — and its next target could very well be Kohl’s Corp. Holiday returns season kicks off earlier than ever Retailers are gearing up for an onslaught of holiday returns — but not on Dec. 26, or even early January. Amazon to face higher shipping charges under proposed Postal Service prices hikes The last mile of package delivery is likely to be get more expensive come the new year. Amazon killed eight companies’ market value—in one day Amazon on June 28 made an acquisition and launched a new program — two moves that cost eight companies billions of dollars in market value. Amazon rolls out try-before-you-buy program to all Prime members Amazon’s Prime Wardrobe service is now available to all Prime members — and no invitation is necessary. President threatens to raise Amazon’s postal rates President Donald Trump just threw another swing at Amazon in his ongoing feud with the company’s CEO Jeff Bezos. Amazon’s Next Mountain to Conquer: Delivery It has been a busy month for the evolution of Amazon’s digital grocery strategy and its home delivery plans. Report: Amazon can’t compete on cost with traditional carriers Amazon’s potential shipping service will come at a cost to merchants. First Previous 9 10 11 12 13 Next Last
