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Editor, Consumer Trends & Social Commerce
Sarah Al-Fahad monitors shifting consumer behavior and the rise of social commerce. She provides insights into mobile shopping trends and digital consumption patterns worldwide.
sarah.alfahad@digitalretailnews.comIn-depth analysis of the latest trends in the global e-commerce market, exploring how mobile shopping drives changes in consumer behavior, the growth pattern of cross-border retail, and the profound impact of the platform economy on brand and logistics fulfillment systems. Gain insights into the future evolution direction of digital retail.
In-depth analysis of Amazon's competitive landscape, from Walmart and Temu to eBay, providing you with practical strategies and platform selection advice to tackle global e-commerce challenges.
In-depth analysis of the latest data on the global e-commerce market size, exploring penetration rate differences in key markets such as China, the US, and Southeast Asia, the dominance of mobile commerce, and the reshaping of brand operating models by the platform economy, to gain insights into future trends in cross-border retail.
In-depth analysis of the structural shift in the global e-commerce market from B2C to B2B, exploring how the frameworks of AI, mobile commerce, and cross-border trade are reshaping the market landscape. Focus on the growth engines in Asia and how brands are adapting to new fulfillment and consumption trends.
In-depth analysis of the scale and geographical distribution of the global e-commerce market, with a focus on China's position in the e-commerce sector, the growth drivers of cross-border retail, and the structural changes in consumer behavior and platform models that have occurred.
Analyze how social media marketing evolves from simple content posting to data-driven strategies, focusing on the rise of short video content in digital retail and cross-border e-commerce and its impact on brand and consumer behavior.
In-depth analysis of structural changes in the cross-border e-commerce SaaS market in 2026. Discuss how Chinese sellers can respond to geopolitical risks, shifting from single-platform dependency to multi-platform collaboration, and the profound impact of supply chain restructuring on cross-border e-commerce fulfillment systems.
Analyze the driving forces behind the demand for automated material handling systems in global e-commerce and manufacturing, and explore how robotics and automated logistics technologies are reshaping cross-border retail fulfillment systems, platform business models, and future market structures.
This paper deeply analyzes the structural challenges faced by micro and small-scale enterprises (MSMEs) in Southeast Asia in the field of cross-border e-commerce, including regulatory, skills, and logistics bottlenecks. It explores how regional business support organizations (BSOs) and the private sector can bridge these gaps through policy advocacy, skills training, and customized support to provide insights for building a more resilient digital retail ecosystem.
Analyze how automated material handling systems are reshaping fulfillment systems, influencing platform strategies, and affecting consumer behavior in the global e-commerce and cross-border retail sectors. Explore the role of robots and AI in boosting GMV growth, as well as regional market differences.
The global cross-border e-commerce market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 21.6%, reaching $24.3 trillion by 2034. Based on the latest report from Marketdataforecast, this article analyzes the market drivers, restraints, regional impact, and future trends.
According to Statista forecasts, e-commerce penetration in many African countries will continue to rise. This article analyzes market background, platform influence, consumer trends, and regional differences, exploring the opportunities and challenges for digital retail in Africa.
The global social commerce market is expected to grow from $1.39 trillion in 2024 to $6.77 trillion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate of 15.47%. The article analyzes the platform landscape, consumer trends, and regional market changes.
Academic research shows that cross-border e-commerce significantly enhances corporate green innovation by alleviating financing constraints and promoting digital transformation. This article interprets its business logic and global market impact.
Based on nine major business trends in 2026, analyze the impact of generative AI, e-commerce growth, social commerce, sustainability, and logistics innovation on global digital retail.
According to the Frost & Sullivan whitepaper, China's cross-border WMS market is expected to achieve a compound annual growth rate of 22.6% from 2020 to 2025, with the industry CR5 exceeding 64%, and Lingxing WMS leading the market with a 33% share. The article analyzes the path of WMS evolving from a tool into an intelligent supply chain hub, as well as future trends.
Weekly summary of new services for e-commerce merchants. This issue covers updates on limited releases, fast delivery, secure payment, social commerce management, cross-border payment, automated marketing, and loyalty programs.
This article analyzes the success strategies of four Indian local brands, including Blue Tokai and Minimalist, in the digital retail sector, exploring how they adapt to changes in Indian consumer behavior, and the insights for foreign sellers.
The global freight logistics market size is expected to grow from $6.0 trillion in 2024 to $10.3 trillion in 2034, at a compound annual growth rate of 5.6%. E-commerce fulfillment and cross-border retail demand are becoming the core driving forces, accelerating the upgrading of logistics infrastructure.
Starting from July 2026, the EU will abolish the 150-euro duty-free threshold. When UK retailers sell goods to the EU, returns may trigger a second customs duty event, leading to a double customs duty risk. This article analyzes the impact of the new policy on cross-border retail and corresponding strategies.