⭐ Amazon Backs Small Business Growth

May 26, 2025

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🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?

Amazon’s 2024 Small Business Empowerment Report highlights its growing investment in independent sellers. More than 60% of sales in Amazon’s store now come from small- and medium-sized businesses, and the company is expanding support through new tools, training, and logistics solutions. Retailers partnering with the platform gain access to a broader customer base and resources to scale faster. Read more.

🧙 Retail Masterclass

In this blog, experts discuss how tech advancements, shifting trade policies, and evolving tax regulations are creating new challenges for retailers in 2025. To stay ahead, retailers must blend agility with strategic planning—investing in future-ready tech while adapting quickly to global policy shifts.

💡 An Everyday Market Hack

Encourage instant feedback by placing QR codes at checkout or product displays. When scanned, they direct shoppers to a quick review page. This real-time feedback loop builds credibility and allows for faster issue resolution.

🧐 Shopper Insights

This analysis urges retailers to prioritize digital transformation to remain competitive. From AI tools to mobile-first strategies, businesses must rethink their customer experience to meet rising expectations. Companies that delay digital upgrades risk falling behind as shoppers lean into speed, convenience, and personalization.

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Retail Innovation

Sinomax USA is growing its brick-and-mortar presence, adding stores to strengthen its direct-to-consumer strategy. Known for comfort and ergonomic products, the brand aims to meet customers where they are—offering personalized shopping experiences and broadening reach beyond online platforms.

Manchester Museum’s retail strategy is setting a new standard for eco-conscious retail. From plastic-free packaging to ethically sourced products, its store shows how sustainability can align with commerce. Retailers can draw inspiration by reevaluating their product sourcing, packaging, and community engagement efforts.

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