Fees on many platforms have been raised, putting more pressure on sellers

This year, major platforms have adjusted their fee policies, resulting in higher costs for sellers . As the main market for sellers, the United States has attracted more attention for related fees. According to foreign media reports, the current rising fees include online market fees and shipping costs , but do not include costs such as inventory, consumables and packaging materials.

Since 2022, many large companies such as Amazon, eBay , and Etsy have announced adjustments to related fees. In March , eBay increased the final price fees for most categories, and in June, it will also increase the fees for promoted listing ads . In mid- April , Etsy will also increase its commission , from the original 5% to 6.5%.

In addition to the above companies, Amazon , the most popular seller , also announced that it will increase the multi-channel logistics service fee (MCF) from May 9 to ensure that the MCF fee is competitive with other third-party logistics providers.

In addition to the rising fees related to major e-commerce platforms, sellers are also faced with problems such as logistics and transportation, product launches, lack of talent, advertising investment, and many other issues. These are also issues that companies and sellers must continue to solve this year.

It is understood that the US Postal Service will raise rates in July . Last September , the US Postal Service planned to raise rates for market-leading services in January and July every year starting this summer . Logistics consultant Cathy Roberson also pointed out that UPS recently announced the imposition of a fuel surcharge.

In addition, starting April 3, USPS will also impose new surcharges , including a $1.50 dimensional non-conformity fee and non-standard fees of $4 and $15 .

Since last year, with the fluctuations in market conditions, most sellers have been prepared for rising costs, but they can still feel the pressure increasing.

However, some people believe that in such a market environment, some companies and sellers will be eliminated and the long-term development of sellers will be tested. Others believe that this is not only the result of industry competition, but also the result driven by the overall international market environment, which is inevitable .

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