Shipping Basics Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/topics/shipping-basics/ Powerful shipping, simplified. eBay, Amazon, Magento eCommerce shipping Wed, 07 May 2025 15:51:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.shipstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Shipping Basics Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/topics/shipping-basics/ 32 32 Emerging Markets to Watch in 2025: Where Ecommerce Growth Is Booming https://www.shipstation.com/blog/emerging-markets-to-watch-in-2025-where-ecommerce-growth-is-booming/ Wed, 07 May 2025 15:51:06 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65459 Ecommerce growth appears to remain steady, yet still uncertain, as consumer habits evolve. Retailers face a global ecommerce landscape that is both challenging and full of opportunity. Shipstation’s 2025 Benchmark Report found that online retail sales forecasts show a 6.6% increase in North America, outperforming Europe’s forecasted 4.1%. This is due to stronger consumer confidence […]

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]]> Delivery and Returns: The Ultimate Battleground for Ecommerce Success https://www.shipstation.com/blog/delivery-and-returns-the-ultimate-battleground-for-ecommerce-success/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:45:17 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65334 Making the sale is the easy part—delivery and returns are what will ultimately define your brand. With more people than ever buying online, fast delivery and hassle-free returns are becoming a non-negotiable for ecommerce businesses. The 2025 Ecommerce Delivery Benchmark Report reveals that 62% of under-35s are quick to switch brands for more convenient delivery […]

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]]> What are Tariffs, Duties, Taxes, and De Minimis Thresholds?  https://www.shipstation.com/blog/what-are-customs-duties-taxes-and-tariffs/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:32:07 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=52388 Ongoing changes to tariffs are creating new challenges for cross-border shipping, affecting businesses that depend on international trade. We’re keeping a close eye on these developments to understand their impact on duties, de minimis thresholds, and overall shipping costs. For the latest official updates, we recommend reviewing the White House’s fact sheet here.  Anyone who […]

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]]> Strategies for Ecommerce Shipping in a Changing Landscape https://www.shipstation.com/blog/strategies-for-ecommerce-shipping-in-a-changing-landscape/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:52:06 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65302 The world of online retail is always in a constant state of evolution. Ecommerce shipping is right there alongside it. For businesses of all sizes, but especially the nimble small to medium-sized players, simply fulfilling orders isn’t enough. To truly excel, you need to proactively manage the ever-shifting landscape of carrier options and pricing, turning […]

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]]> Choosing the Right Marketplace: A Strategic Guide for Ecommerce Brands https://www.shipstation.com/blog/choosing-the-right-marketplace-a-strategic-guide-for-ecommerce-brands/ Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:47:56 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65298 77% of European brands have cracked the code to global sales through online marketplaces. Are you ready to join them—or risk falling behind? Marketplaces have become a powerful growth engine. Brands are using online platforms to break into new markets, tap into ready-made customer bases, and fast-track their expansion to unlock the next stage of […]

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]]> Ecommerce Unfiltered Recap: 2025 Delivery Trends & How They Impact Your Business https://www.shipstation.com/blog/ecommerce-unfiltered-recap/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:04:40 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65255 Industry experts Michael Haswell, Timur Eligulashvili, and Matt Crawford recently gathered to share game-changing insights on ecommerce delivery trends for 2025. This data-packed session revealed critical findings from ShipStation’s 2025 Ecommerce Delivery Benchmark Report, which surveyed over 8,000 consumers and 400 industry executives to uncover the delivery strategies that will define successful ecommerce operations. The […]

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]]> Social Commerce Strategies: How To Turn Engagement Into Conversions in 2025 https://www.shipstation.com/blog/social-commerce-strategies-how-to-turn-engagement-into-conversions-in-2025/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:53:13 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65112 As the global ecommerce market continues to evolve, you’re going to need new social commerce strategies to capitalize on the interests of younger consumers. Previously, the goal was to funnel prospects toward your website for a sale, but the future of online retail is more communal. In our recent survey, 31% of consumers reported planning […]

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]]> Navigating Shipping Industry Challenges: Smart Strategies for Ecommerce https://www.shipstation.com/blog/navigating-shipping-industry-challenges-smart-strategies-for-ecommerce/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:07:43 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65102 Shipping has always been a challenge, and related complexities can make things even more difficult. From fluctuating costs to shifting service options, ecommerce sellers and small businesses need more intelligent and flexible ways to navigate these challenges. Online retailers, subscription box companies, and direct-to-consumer brands rely on fast, affordable shipping to keep customers satisfied. Late […]

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]]> AI-Powered Ecommerce: How To Start Small and Scale Fast for Maximum Growth https://www.shipstation.com/blog/ai-powered-ecommerce-how-to-start-small-and-scale-fast-for-maximum-growth/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:19:33 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65076 Ecommerce is at a turning point. While online shopping continues to dominate retail, growth rates have leveled off, and competition is fiercer than ever. It takes more than offering a wider selection of products or lowering prices to stand out. The businesses that succeed today are investing in smarter, more efficient operations. They’re using technology […]

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