Temu & Shein hike prices on April 25. Amazon 1P offers more to tariff-hit vendors. TikTok Shop sales dip in US before the de minimis loophole ends. All this and more on this week’s Weekly Buzz!

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We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. Temu and Shein are increasing prices starting April 25: Here's what shoppers should know https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/04/21/temu-shein-prices-tariffs/83194905007/ Amazon makes urgent move to avoid US-China trade war impact https://www.thestreet.com/retail/amazon-makes-urgent-move-to-avoid-us-china-trade-war-impact TikTok Shop’s sales in US plunge as Trump’s tariffs hit Chinese imports https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/tiktok-shop-s-sales-in-us-plunge-as-trump-s-tariffs-hit-chinese-imports/ar-AA1D3hzz OpenAI and Shopify poised for partnership as ChatGPT adds in-chat shopping https://www.testingcatalog.com/openai-and-shopify-poised-for-partnership-as-chatgpt-adds-in-chat-shopping/ Walmart makes nationwide delivery change https://www.al.com/news/2025/04/walmart-makes-nationwide-delivery-change.html Amazon 2025 Force for Good application is open! https://sell.amazon.com/blog/force-for-good Maximize Impact with Amazon DSP bid adjustments https://advertising.amazon.com/en-us/resources/whats-new/maximize-impact-with-amazon-dsp-bid-adjustments/ Cargo freight forwarding services made easy with Amazon Freight https://www.aboutamazon.eu/news/transportation/cargo-freight-forwarding-services-made-easy-with-amazon-freight Lastly, we deep dive into tools that could redefine your selling strategy. Meet the Influencer Finder, a groundbreaking feature for Helium 10 users, simplifying how sellers can discover and collaborate with influencers. Plus, Helium 10's historical Cerebro tool is empowering sellers to mine past keyword data, uncovering trends that can inform future product launches and optimizations. This episode is packed with actionable strategies that are bound to sharpen your competitive edge in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape. Don't miss these essential insights to stay ahead and seize new opportunities!

In this episode of the Weekly Buzz by Helium 10, Bradley covers:

• 00:49 - Tariffs Trigger Prices
• 03:07 - Amazon Absorbs Tariffs
• 05:13 - Forced Seller Discounts
• 06:58 - TikTok Sales Slide
• 08:40- Chatbot Becomes Store
• 10:40 - Faster Walmart Delivery
• 11:50 - Get Featured on Amazon
• 12:51 - Smarter Ad Bidding
• 14:02 - Freight Goes Global
• 14:50 - Helium 10 New Feature Alerts
• 21:01 - Strategy of the Week: Cerebro Historical Trends

Discover a powerful, rarely used strategy to gain customer insights for product launches—no PPC, no need to look at reviews, and possibly more effective than AI tool insights.

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Join us for an enlightening episode where we sit down with the extraordinary Izabela Hamilton of Rank Bell. Izabela shares her unique approach to gaining valuable customer insights without relying on PPC or traditional reviews. She opens up about her personal journey over the past couple of years, highlighting the importance of taking time off to focus on personal growth and wellness. This candid conversation emphasizes the significance of listening to our bodies and the universe, recognizing when to step back to recharge and come back stronger.

Listen in as we explore the shifting landscape of Amazon's product ranking, focusing on authentic and customer-centric strategies. Izabela and Bradley discuss how brands are moving away from manipulated tactics and embracing the power of understanding shopper perspectives. With Helium 10 and RankBell, brands can now predict customer preferences more accurately and ensure their products earn their spot on page one. The episode highlights the importance of aligning products with customer needs and how a holistic approach to ranking can lead to significant revenue without heavy reliance on ads.

Lastly, we dive into the power of customer feedback in product improvement, illustrated by a client's journey in overcoming design challenges with an anti-aging red light mask. By conducting thorough pre-launch testing and addressing issues early, brands can ensure product success and customer satisfaction. We also explore strategies for creating compelling Amazon listings and the unique opportunities for new brands to compete with established ones in the evolving online shopping landscape. Don't miss this episode packed with insights on adapting to changes, leveraging AI tools, and proactively meeting customer needs for long-term success.

In episode 658 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Izabela discuss:

• 00:00 - Customer Insights Without Reviews or PPC
• 07:00 - Customer-Centric Ranking Strategies for Amazon
• 12:23 - Brand Optimization and Marketing Strategies
• 15:22 - Customer Feedback for Product Improvement
• 18:27 - Product Testing and Feedback Loop
• 22:30 - Customer-Centric Approach in Entrepreneurship
• 23:25 - RankBell Client's Amazon Success Story
• 25:14 - Amazon's Future in Search and Advertising
• 30:20 - Audit Your Listings for Longevity
• 34:46 - Customer Feedback and Competitor Insights

A popular Amazon Vine hack was just killed by Amazon. Tariffs are causing lots of changes on most E-commerce marketplaces, a special workshop for Amazon Search Query Performance. These buzzing stories and more on this episode!

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We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. Clarification of Amazon Vine review policy https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHU1NZVlVHVEhDUTZYR01L Report: Amazon Cancels Orders From ‘Multiple Vendors’ After Tariffs Announcement https://www.pymnts.com/amazon/2025/amazon-cancels-orders-from-multiple-vendors-after-tariffs-announcement/ Shein and Temu Face Massive Roadblock With New Package Duties https://www.pymnts.com/news/retail/2025/shein-and-temu-face-massive-roadblock-with-new-package-duties/ Temu pulls its U.S. Google Shopping ads https://searchengineland.com/temu-pulls-us-google-shopping-ads-454260 TikTok Shop flags US risks, promotes EU market as Trump triples tariffs on small parcels https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3305864/tiktok-shop-flags-us-risks-promotes-eu-market-trump-triples-tariffs-small-parcels Amazon launches inbound-only LTL service https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-launches-inbound-only-ltl-service Sponsored Display updates all existing campaign to optimize for Conversion opportunities https://advertising.amazon.com/en-us/resources/whats-new/sponsored-display-reach-and-page-visit-campaign/ The most valuable datapoint that Amazon has ever given sellers is their Search Query Performance reports! Join Bradley + Destaney Monday at 11AM for a workshop to learn about how this data can grow your business. h10.me/sqptraining We wrap up with exciting updates from Helium 10, featuring new tools and features like the translation feature in X-Ray Keywords and a Helium 10 widget for bestseller pages. Listen in as we provide actionable strategies for sellers to optimize their Amazon presence using Helium 10's latest offerings, including understanding the crucial difference between indexing and ranking.

In this episode of the Weekly Buzz by Helium 10, Bradley covers:

• 01:01 - Amazon Vine Hack Dead?
• 04:35 - Amazon Tariff Repercussions
• 06:46 - Temu/Shein Tariff Repercussions
• 10:56 - TikTok Tariff Repercussions
• 13:02 - Amazon LTL Freight
• 14:56 - Sponsored Display Update
• 15:45 - SQP Workshop - h10.me/sqptraining
• 17:16 - Helium 10 New Feature Alerts
• 20:05 - Strategy of the Week: Index Checker