Tag: temu

US Senator Calls for Federal Investigation into Shein and Temu over Counterfeit Goods

A U.S. Republican senator has called on federal authorities to open a formal investigation into fast-growing online retailers Shein and Temu, escalating regulatory scrutiny over alleged intellectual property violations and the sale of counterfeit goods. Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas has...

Shifting tides in retail: millennials want in-store, AI fights theft, tariffs hit fast fashion

Millennials prioritise the in-store experience in apparel shopping A ChangeUp report reveals 70% of millennials choose apparel retailers based on in-store experience, valuing alignment with their values more than any other demographic. Gen Z, despite being digital natives, is equally likely...

Linnworks and Temu partner to expand global ecommerce opportunities

Linnworks has announced a strategic partnership with Temu to facilitate retailers’ operations and grant them access to millions of potential customers through Temu’s rapidly expanding platform. Since its U.S. launch in September 2022, Temu has quickly become a dominant force in...

Fortune’s top companies, tighter customs controls and Asda workers’ victory

Fortune’s most admired companies: embracing flexibility to attract talent  Fortune has released its annual list of the Most Admired Companies, highlighting those that have excelled in leadership, innovation, and investment value. This year, a key factor driving admiration is adopting hybrid...

Is Amazon’s new platform a threat to discount giants like Temu and Shein?

Amazon has unveiled Amazon Haul, a mobile-only storefront which provides a range of budget-friendly items priced at $20 or less. Accessible through the Amazon Shopping app or on mobile browsers, the platform is Amazon’s answer to rising competition from Chinese...

Shein and Temu’s rapid rise hits roadblocks

According to new data from Forrester, the two rapidly growing e-commerce platforms, Shein and Temu, are expected to experience a significant slowdown in growth rates next year. Based on an analysis of retail trends for 2025, this prediction suggests that...

Retailers in for a tough holiday shopping season, as consumers are in debt

As consumers already start to prepare for holiday shopping season, new Salesforce research suggests that retailers might be in for a challenge, as 43% of consumers are carrying more debt than they were last year. The Salesforce Shopping Index highlights...