Ceconomy, the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn, reports a significant increase in revenue and prepares for its merger with Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com. In the third quarter of fiscal year 2024/25, Ceconomy achieved a 5.1% rise in adjusted revenue…
On December 3rd, Swiss Post achieved a record delivery of 1.3 million packages in a single day, surpassing previous years. This increase is part of a broader trend, with a total of 22.3 million packages sorted between Black Friday and…
Panthrakikos has announced the launch of its official e-shop, responding to requests from fans across Greece. The store, created in collaboration with sportswear company Macron, will offer the team’s official kit as well as various merchandise. This initiative aims to…
Ricardo’s introduction of the payment method Moneyguard has sparked dissatisfaction among its users, particularly sellers who feel unfairly scrutinized. Critics express concerns over potential fraud and data privacy due to Ricardo’s partnership with a foreign payment provider. While Ricardo argues…
A shopkeeper in Bridport, Dorset, Charlie Groves, tracked down a woman who shoplifted Jellycat toys from his garden center and sold them online. Utilizing CCTV footage, he identified her by her car’s personalized number plate and found her on social…
As Christmas approaches, the French Toy Federation reports alarming safety issues with discount toys sold by Chinese websites like Shein and Alibaba. Laboratory tests reveal that a significant majority, up to 80%, of these toys pose risks, especially for young…
A 24-year-old woman from Zurich has been struggling for months to prove that she correctly returned an expensive leather jacket to Zalando. Despite providing evidence of the return via a postal service, Zalando claims the jacket never arrived and initiated…
In Switzerland, online shopping for Christmas gifts sees innovative logistics involving robots from Digitec Galaxus’ automated warehouses and the rigorous efforts of postal workers. Robotic systems autonomously retrieve small items, while larger items still require manual handling. The peak holiday…
Tasos Oikonomou, head of ertnews.gr, advises consumers to exercise caution when shopping online during events like Cyber Monday. He highlights the importance of verifying the product, the offer, and the retailer, suggesting shoppers avoid unfamiliar online stores and social media…
American consumers spent approximately $10.8 billion in online purchases during Black Friday, marking a 10.2% increase from the previous year. Key retailers like Amazon and Walmart saw significant benefits from the surge in online shopping, especially with Walmart investing heavily…
US shoppers spent approximately $10.8 billion online on Black Friday 2023, marking a 10.2% increase from the previous year. E-commerce giants like Amazon and Walmart benefited from the surge, with Walmart enhancing its delivery services. Popular online purchases included beauty…
A surge in online shopping from Chinese platforms like Temu, Shein, and Aliexpress has led to nearly one billion Swiss francs in sales, making up 7% of the nation’s total online commerce. Yet, the Swiss Federal Customs Office warns that…
