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Amazon expands Pan-EU FBA to the Netherlands
As of June 25, 2025, sellers enrolled in Amazon’s Pan-European Fulfilment by Amazon (Pan-EU FBA) must list their products on Amazon.nl to stay in the program. The Netherlands has become a mandatory market, prompting sellers to ensure VAT registration and local listings are in place. Read more on Marosavat
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France passes fast fashion crackdown bill
France is tightening the screws on ultra-fast fashion. A newly passed bill imposes eco-taxes of €5 per item starting in 2025 for companies like Shein and Temu, rising to €10 by 2030. It also introduces a mandatory eco-score for clothing and enforces a blanket advertising ban, including influencer campaigns. See more on Manufactoringdigital
Autodoc cancels billion-euro IPO plans
German auto parts marketplace Autodoc has pulled the plug on its planned IPO in Frankfurt. Despite a valuation of up to €2.3 billion, investor demand fell short. The company says a public offering may still be considered in the future. More at Reuters
Zalando remains No. 1 in Switzerland – for now
Zalando defended its top spot as Switzerland’s largest online store in 2024 with CHF 1.7 bn in sales. But local rival Galaxus is catching up fast, reaching CHF 1.65 bn. Price-focused players like Temu, Shein, and BestSecret also gained ground. See more at Catpathia (German)
EU enforces digital accessibility rules
The European Accessibility Act is now in effect. From June 28, all new digital products – incl. ecommerce sites – must be accessible to people with disabilities. Existing products have five years to comply. Read more on ChannelEngine
TikTok Shop launches biggest live shopping summer sale
TikTok Shop is wrapping up its largest-ever live shopping summer sale today. The platform has been offering up to 50% off thousands of trending products through livestream sessions – a major push for seasonal live commerce engagement. Read more at ChannelX
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Decathlon bets on second-hand trend with refurbished e-bike concept
Second-hand is booming in Germany: 55% of consumers bought used products online last year, and 52% sold something themselves – mostly fashion, books, and electronics. Riding that wave, Decathlon has opened a refurbished e-bike shop-in-shop inside its Leipzig store, in partnership with Munich-based Rebike. The store offers a selection of professionally restored second-life e-bikes and on-site repair services. See more on Stores-Shops (Decathlon, German) and Ecommercenews (figures)
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