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What’s next for e-commerce: an analyst look at the trends ahead

On the back of the eBay Open US, here’s a recap of the trends on what matters for online consumers – and retailers.

What the new eBay UK Fulfilment by Orange Connex means for eBay sellers

The marketplace has announced a new end-to-end fulfilment service with dedicated centres in Birmingham and Leicester.

eBay announces ‘Small Business Power Campaign’ for the UK amidst ‘Pandemic Startup’ boom

eBay UK launches a new initiative in response to a 237% rise in the number of small businesses created on eBay UK in the last year.

An introduction to eBay’s Promotions Manager

Meet the suite of tools that can change the game for your eBay store and learn how to make the most of them through eBay listings promotions.

Video is gaining traction for eBay listings and storefronts

In a move that many were waiting for, eBay moves towards giving more importance to video content on the marketplace.

eBay announce Russia as part of Global Shipping

With this latest addition to the extensive country list, eBay widens substantially the reach of eBay sellers taking part.

Sunday deliveries for Royal Mail?

Deliveries only on weekdays may become obsolete as the Royal Mail look set to trial their services 7 days a week.

eBay announces new mandates for May 2021

Less than 2 weeks after the latest mandates, eBay has announced more changes to the Item Specifics requirements. Here's what we know so far.

eBay's New Shipping Badges- No More Fast'N Free

eBay have announced changes to their shipping badged. They no longer offer the Fast'N Free badge on listings. Find out your next steps.

Seismic changes to the High Street continue in 2021

High street icons are falling while e-commerce is booming. Discover why and find out what you can do to ride the wave of change.

How shopping habits have changed and what it means for e-commerce

Our lives have changed completely in just one year. Find out how consumer habits have shifted, and their impact on marketplace sellers.

Changes are coming: eBay February 2021 mandate

Big changes are coming for eBay sellers in February 2021. These mandates will affect sellers in various verticals. Is your store ready?

New year, new eBay VAT rules! Find out what's changing

Learn more about how to comply with the new eBay VAT regulations and reach your sales goals in 2021.

Who were the Black Friday winners and losers in 2020?

2020 was a bumper year for Black Friday. We looked at data from our online platform to find out what sold and what didn't.

With the end of the transition period after Brexit very much in sight, eBay sellers have until the end of 2020 to comply with new VAT rules.

Imminent Changes for eBay Motor Parts & Accessories Sellers

Significant changes to naming conventions and tokens in the MVL will take place at the end of October.

eBay roll out New Mandatory Item Specifics for February 2021

These item specific requirements apply to Home & Garden, Fashion, Lifestyle Categories...

Optiseller to assist eBay Global Sellers for upcoming Mandates on 9th September 2020

These item specific requirements apply to all new & revised listings in Home & Garden, Electronics...