Top 5 this week
1. Trump backs down on China tariffs day after meeting with Walmart, Target CEOs
“I wonder why Amazon wasn’t part of this conversation, but I’m glad about the outcome. Walmart and Target led the conversation about potential supply chain disruptions and empty shelves due to the crazy tariff increase. Trump agreed to reduce the 145% tariff on Chinese imports. While this move alleviates immediate pressure, sellers should remain cautious, as tariff volatility and retaliatory measures from China could still impact pricing and inventory stability.” ~Vanessa Hung
2. Amazon Seller Updates: Restock Limit Discussions Heat Up as Sellers Navigate US Tariff Responses
“In the midst of all the tariff noise, Amazon has quietly pushed algo updates that are throwing sellers back into 2020 COVID-era restock restrictions. Tightening the noose on an ASIN level, the algorithm ropes sellers into 90-day supply limits in some cases, all based on Amazon’s (often faulty) demand logic. There is a lot of turbulence and uncertainty here, but one thing is clear: in 2025, precise forecasting and a solid 3PL plan aren’t optional—they’re survival.” ~Chelsea Cohen
3. India under pressure from Trump administration to give Amazon and Walmart full market access
“If trade talks lead to full ecommerce access in India, Amazon and Walmart suppliers could gain expanded inventory rights and direct-to-consumer reach in a $125B market long skewed toward local giants.” ~Vanessa Cox
4. How leveraging the Leaf badge can earn a 12% lift in sales
“Products with Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly badge see an average 12% sales lift and 10% more product page clicks in year one—proof that sustainability isn’t just ethical, it’s profitable. With 100 million customer switches to eco-products, the badge opens doors to increased visibility, B2B access, and lasting brand loyalty.” ~Nikko Patten
5. Amazon introduces DSP bid adjustments to increase campaign impact
“Expect more and more of this. As more ecommerce giants endeavor to make Wall Street happy by growing advertising revenue, there will be more tools and levers to pull. As more people pull those levers, cost will rise, both naturally and to fund R&D for Amazon. I’ve said it before, Amazon DSP is where Sponsored Product ads were 6-7 years ago. Get in while you can, or get left behind.” ~Clayton Atchison
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