Amazon Sellers, AI just got its own checkout button, resellers are under fire, and the platforms are tightening their belts for a recession. 🤖💸 If you sell online, these headlines directly impact your strategy.

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-prime-deadlines-tariff-shocks-suspensions-rising-shopifys-bold-ai-move/

We’ll break down Shopify’s bold ChatGPT move, why Amazon is suspending resellers faster than ever, and what a potential downturn means for Amazon, Walmart, and eBay sellers. Plus, Etsy is cleaning house—so what can we learn from their Reverb sale?

Here’s what we’re covering today:

Shopify Builds Checkout Into ChatGPT—What It Means for Amazon Sellers https://www.linkedin.com/posts/vanessaamazonproblemsolver_ecommerce-amazon-chatgpt-activity-7320487273907507201-Lrmy/

Which Marketplace Wins in a Recession? https://www.ecommercebytes.com/C/abblog/blog.pl?/pl/2025/4/1745005145.html

Why Resellers Are Suspended More Frequently https://www.ecommercechris.com/amazon-reseller-suspensions-2025-supply-chain-requirements/

Etsy Sells Reverb to Refocus on Core Marketplace Growth https://www.investing.com/news/sec-filings/etsy-divests-reverb-in-strategic-refocus-on-core-marketplaces-93CH-3995871

Let’s talk tactics—and what these changes mean for your next move.

Don’t get left behind! Nail Prime Day 2025 deadlines, outsmart 245% tariffs, dodge Amazon’s Haul pitfalls, and stay ahead of Shopify’s game-changing AI checkout with this must-listen episode. Packed with pro tips to source smarter, bold insights to avoid suspensions, and key events to boost your game, it’s your ticket to dominating the e-commerce battlefield. Subscribe now and take control of your Amazon success!

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-prime-deadlines-tariff-shocks-suspensions-rising-shopifys-bold-ai-move/

Amazon Sellers, Chinese suppliers are pushing illegal tariff dodges, Amazon’s Haul is pivoting hard, and veteran sellers still dominate the leaderboard. There’s a lot moving—and most of it impacts your margin or your risk.

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-tariffs-shake-up-pricing-amazon-shifts-haul-strategy-and-sellers-face-new-limits/

We’re digging into shady under-invoicing offers, Amazon’s quiet shift to U.S. warehouses for Haul, and why sellers from 2019 and earlier still rule the top spots. Plus, we’ll look at why some Chinese sellers may end up paying less in tariffs than you do.

Here’s what we’re covering today:

Chinese Suppliers Offer Illegal Tariff Workarounds to U.S. Amazon Sellers https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-chinese-suppliers-offering-u-180458865.html

Amazon Shifts Strategy on Haul as Tariffs Threaten Ultra-Cheap Imports https://www.theverge.com/news/645465/amazon-haul-temu-ultra-cheap-tariffs-trump

Veteran Sellers Still Rule Amazon — But There’s Room for Newcomers https://www.marketplacepulse.com/articles/veteran-amazon-sellers-increasingly-dominate

Why Chinese Amazon Sellers May Pay Less Tariffs Than U.S. Sellers https://www.linkedin.com/posts/scott-needham-a8b39813_1118-billion-dollars-on-amazon-comes-from-activity-7318680166916898817-Rqx_/

Let’s break down what’s real, what’s risky, and how to respond.

Dive into *This Week’s Seller News* with Todd Welch from Amazon Seller School! We’re unpacking tariffs spiking prices, Amazon’s Haul pivot, and new FBA limits tripping up sellers. Get the latest on dodging illegal supplier schemes, scaling with B2B, and outsmarting Chinese competition. Packed with tips, bold takes, and must-hit events, this episode’s your guide to thriving in e-commerce chaos. Subscribe now and let’s conquer the marketplace together!

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-tariffs-shake-up-pricing-amazon-shifts-haul-strategy-and-sellers-face-new-limits/

Amazon sellers, Chinese competitors are hiking prices or leaving the U.S., Amazon just started letting shoppers buy from other websites inside its app, and vendors are fleeing to 3P faster than ever. 🔥 Buckle up—this week’s news hits hard.

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-tariffs-surge-ai-expands-and-sellers-pivot-strategies-to-stay-competitive/

We’ll break down what 125% tariffs mean for your pricing strategy, how Amazon’s “Buy for Me” AI might change off-Amazon competition, why more vendors are ditching Vendor Central, and how free image generation with ChatGPT is reshaping content creation for sellers.

Here’s what we’re covering today: Chinese Amazon Sellers to Hike Prices or Exit U.S. Market as Tariffs Surge https://www.reuters.com/technology/chinese-sellers-amazon-hike-prices-or-exit-us-tariffs-soar-association-says-2025-04-10/

Amazon’s New “Buy for Me” AI Feature May Change How Sellers Compete https://www.theverge.com/news/642947/amazon-ai-buy-products-other-websites

Why Amazon Vendors Are Fleeing to 3P or Agencies—And What You Can Do About It https://www.linkedin.com/posts/scott-needham-a8b39813_one-amazon-vendor-manager-can-have-up-to-activity-7316144374197678081-Zhaf/

ChatGPT Image Generation Is Now Free—And It’s Changing Content Creation https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpt-image-generation-is-now-free-for-everyone-heres-how-many-images-you-get/

Let’s break this all down and talk next moves.

Amazon sellers, here's the cold truth: you're ignoring the second-largest Amazon marketplace on the planet. Japan isn’t just sushi and sumo—it’s a massive e-commerce opportunity you’re sleeping on.

Show Notes: https://amazonseller.school/uncovering-the-hidden-goldmine-how-to-start-selling-on-amazon-japan-with-gary-huang/

In this episode of Amazon Seller School, I sat down with Gary Huang—Amazon Japan insider, sourcing expert, and founder of the Seven Figure Seller Summit—to expose what most sellers miss: Japan is wide open, it’s growing fast, and the competition is weak.

The barriers to entry are what keep your competitors out. Don’t let the language, compliance, or logistics scare you. That’s your moat. "You have to be willing to do things other sellers aren’t willing to do if you want to win." Period.

Gary walks us through his Six Bridges to Selling in Japan framework—a real-world playbook that’s launching 7-figure sellers into an overlooked goldmine.

You’ll learn:

👉 How to evaluate product-market fit for Japan using Amazon’s Product Opportunity Explorer 👉 Why Japanese logistics are faster and cheaper than shipping to the US or EU 👉 What localization actually means (hint: it’s not Google Translate) 👉 How to ride Amazon’s Global Review Program for a trust boost from day one

Amazon sellers, imagine launching into a $55B marketplace where the #1 yoga mat only has 373 reviews. In the US? That same product has over 75,000. "If I can sell in Japan without speaking Japanese, you can too."

We also dig into real case studies, like how Gary turned selling kites into becoming a top seller in Japan—and the wild story of how KFC became the Christmas dinner tradition over there.

You’ll hear about cultural quirks, like how Japanese consumers react to marketing, what “Japanification” of your listings actually looks like, and why brands like Starbucks crush it by leaning into cherry blossom season.

You’ll also find out:

👉 Why Facebook is basically dead in Japan but LINE and Twitter are where the real action is 👉 How Amazon Japan’s PPC costs are 30% to 70% cheaper than the US 👉 Why shipping from China to Japan takes one week, not a month 👉 How to navigate import compliance without starting a Japanese company

This episode is full of actionable steps and mindset shifts to help you expand globally without getting buried in red tape.

Gary even drops a free resource—the Japan Scorecard—to evaluate whether your product has legs in Japan.

Don’t miss this. You’ll walk away realizing Japan might be the best move you’ve never considered.

Amazon Sellers, what happens when Amazon tries to buy TikTok, China tariffs pile up, and 65% of sellers raise prices—but still lose profit? 🚨 You stop scrolling and start paying attention.

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-tiktok-takeover-4-day-prime-day-tariffs-ai-tools-reshape-seller-strategy/

This week’s headlines are packed with high-stakes shifts: Amazon bidding for TikTok, new tariffs hitting hard, de minimis rules ending, and sellers scrambling to protect margins as shoppers push back. These aren’t side stories—they’re the frontlines of where e-commerce is heading.

Here’s what we’re covering today: Amazon Makes Surprise Bid for TikTok Amid Looming U.S. Ban https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/amazon-said-to-make-bid-for-tiktok--nyt-3963384

New China Tariffs Could Disrupt Amazon Sellers and Raise Prices https://www.geekwire.com/2025/how-will-the-new-china-tariffs-impact-amazons-e-commerce-business/

De Minimis Exemption for Chinese Imports Ends May 2—Amazon Sellers Should Prepare https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/de-minimis-china-trump-elimination-tariffs/744313/

65% of Amazon Sellers Raised Prices in 2024—But Shoppers Still Noticed https://www.forbes.com/sites/garydrenik/2025/04/02/65-of-amazon-sellers-raised-prices-in-2024-did-shoppers-notice/

If you’re on Amazon, these changes aren’t optional—they’re operational. Let’s talk strategy.

Amazon sellers, what do you do when your most loyal customers are tapped out, new deal fees land like a punch to the gut, and Amazon quietly rolls out an AI that changes how people shop? 🧠💥 You dig in—and pivot.

Full News: https://amazonseller.school/amazon-news-ai-shopping-fee-hikes-tiktok-trends-big-retail-moves-you-cant-ignore/

This week, we’re diving into the real numbers behind Amazon’s repeat buyers, who’s not shopping (and why that matters), and how ChatGPT is now helping FBA sellers source U.S.-made products. Plus, we’ll cover Amazon’s controversial new fee structure and the Interests AI tool that could completely change product discovery.

Here’s what we’re covering today:

Amazon’s 99% Repeat Rate and Female Shopper Dominance Raise Growth Questions https://retailwire.com/discussion/amazon-shoppers-women-repeat-rate/

Amazon’s New Deal & Coupon Fees Spark Outrage Among Sellers https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7309193012054474752/

How ChatGPT Helped Automate USA Product Sourcing for Amazon FBA https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7305965912912736256/

Amazon’s New Interests AI Could Transform Product Discovery https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7309954679159828480/

Let's break it down—what's changing, who's affected, and how to stay competitive.