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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Alibaba.com's Logistics Marketplace not only allows buyers to connect with potential logistics service providers that are pre-vetted by the platform, but identify solutions tailored to their individual logistics demands.
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- Alibaba.com's Logistics Marketplace not only allows buyers to connect with potential logistics service providers that are pre-vetted by the platform, but identify solutions tailored to their individual logistics demands.
- It aims to reshape how SMEs manage their supply chain strategies, allowing them to navigate the global marketplace with fewer of the traditional logistics hurdles.
- The platform also features a "Most Popular Services" section, which showcases key logistics options most utilized by SMEs.
- Our Logistics Marketplace is designed to facilitate this level of operational flexibility to help SMEs as they seek to expand and achieve their business goals."
NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today announced it has recorded a 14% increase in the number of active B2B buyers across the U.S. between March 1 and March 18 during this year's March Expo. March Expo is Alibaba.com's annual online trade fair that connects buyers and sellers from around the world to help them discover new products, services and possibilities to grow their business.
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- March Expo is Alibaba.com's annual online trade fair that connects buyers and sellers from around the world to help them discover new products, services and possibilities to grow their business.
- Along with the increase in active buyers in 2024, Alibaba.com has seen 10% year-over-year growth in the average daily transaction volume for the U.S. market for the same period (March 1-18) versus last year.
- U.S. buyers turning to Alibaba.com during March Expo are focusing their efforts on sourcing apparel and accessories, consumer electronics, and home and gardening products.
- With March Expo set to run until March 31, there is still time for buyers to capitalize on the variety of discounts, deals and guaranteed services on Alibaba.com.
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Online shopping LONDON, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, has recorded a positive rise in the number of active B2B buyers from the UK at this year's March Expo 2024.
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- In the UK, the most popular category by active buyers was the Skincare & Tools – specifically face care – category.
- According to Alibaba.com's B2B Sentiment Survey, surveying 500 UK SME decision makers, 51% of SMEs now source via online B2B marketplaces.
- With a virtually limitless product catalogue, Alibaba.com offers UK buyers unique opportunities to source new products from suppliers around the globe.
- Jijay Shen, General Manager, Europe, Alibaba.com said: "At March Expo, we have seen SMEs focus on building resilience and growth via digital sourcing, which is reflected increased number of buyers from the UK.
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Thursday, February 29, 2024
A shift in sourcing strategies is notable, as two-thirds (66%) of SMEs indicated they plan to increase their reliance on online global sourcing in 2024.
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- A shift in sourcing strategies is notable, as two-thirds (66%) of SMEs indicated they plan to increase their reliance on online global sourcing in 2024.
- "That's why we are expanding our guaranteed services to provide entrepreneurs with peace of mind when making purchasing decisions crucial to their growth."
- These 'guaranteed services' will enable U.S. SMEs to source even more efficiently, allowing them to order directly from Alibaba.com without having to negotiate with suppliers.
- This new approach to online sourcing offers B2B buyers guaranteed fixed prices, on-time delivery and hassle-free refunds.
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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
LONDON, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UK SMEs are feeling increasingly confident about the future of their businesses, according to the 'Alibaba.com B2B Sentiment Survey' released today by Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce.
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- According to the research, 68% of UK SME decision-makers surveyed are more positive* about their business growth opportunities, compared to last year.
- At March Expo 2024, more 'guaranteed services' will enable UK SMEs to source even more efficiently, for example by ordering directly from Alibaba.com without negotiating with suppliers.
- This new approach offers B2B buyers guaranteed fixed prices, on-time delivery, and hassle-free refunds.
- B2B buyers can connect with quality suppliers showcasing their factories through livestreams, and thousands of virtual-reality showrooms.
LONDON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today reveals its top B2B beauty trends. It has found that the Beauty & Personal Care category is the fourth largest on the platform and the UK is the second largest market, falling closely behind the US.
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- LONDON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com , a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today reveals its top B2B beauty trends.
- An increased focus on wellness generally has led to a rise in the category's growth.
- [1] Furthermore, Alibaba.com's data highlights that the number of buyers in the beauty and cosmetics sector has increased by 12% year-on-year.
- The UK is in the top three core growth markets with 19% YoY growth, behind France (+24%), and Germany (+27%).
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Sales NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce and part of Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group (AIDC), will launch its latest Smart Assistant features powered by artificial intelligence (AI) at CES in Las Vegas, NV from January 9-12, 2024. The Smart Assistant, an AI-powered global sourcing tool, caters to both newcomers and seasoned entrepreneurs in the dynamic world of global commerce.
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- The Smart Assistant, an AI-powered global sourcing tool, caters to both newcomers and seasoned entrepreneurs in the dynamic world of global commerce.
- "With advances in AI, we are ushering in the next generation of sourcing and empowering small businesses to succeed with our Smart Assistant at their side."
- It will help ensure small businesses can increase efficiency, purchase smart and keep up with trends by leveraging AI to increase competitive advantages.
- "Smart Assistant helps buyers embrace their creativity, improve the efficiency of matching buyers and sellers, while making sourcing more accessible for all."
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Monday, December 18, 2023
LONDON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, has revealed its top B2B buyer sports trends, following a successful exhibition at ISPO, the leading trade fair for the sports industry.
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- Alibaba.com found that total number of orders of smart fitness products increased by 51% on a year-on-year* basis.
- These products reflect growing consumer demand for multi-purpose, space-saving and efficient devices.
- Alibaba.com data also highlighted a heightened focus on sustainability amongst B2B buyers, with significant growth in the sustainable sport category.
- Over the last month, we've seen demand for smart and sustainable sports products amongst B2B buyers significantly increase as brands stock up on relevant products ahead of the January fitness boom."
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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
LONDON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com , a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today unveils its top B2B buyer trends on 'Certified Picks for Europe'.
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- LONDON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com , a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today unveils its top B2B buyer trends on 'Certified Picks for Europe'.
- Launched last month, 'Certified Picks for Europe' is part of Alibaba.com's European Pavilion, a dedicated resource for EU/UK-certified products, and products sourced from verified suppliers.
- According to NPSx by Bain & Company, great product quality is the most important factor driver of customer loyalty, ahead of value.
- Roland Palmer, General Manager of UK, Benelux and Nordics, Alibaba Group, said: "UK SMEs demand the highest quality products.
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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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EU The European Pavilion is supported by TÜV Rheinland , a leading product testing and certification provider, who currently partners with Alibaba.com on the 'Verified Supplier program', which lets B2B buyers on the platform identify reliable and reputable suppliers for their transactions.
Key Points:
- The European Pavilion is supported by TÜV Rheinland , a leading product testing and certification provider, who currently partners with Alibaba.com on the 'Verified Supplier program', which lets B2B buyers on the platform identify reliable and reputable suppliers for their transactions.
- In addition to certified products, Alibaba.com's European Pavilion offers a Trade Assurance program which ensures buyers are protected throughout the whole transaction process.
- Alibaba.com's newly expanded European Pavilion with its eight million product listings is a key resource to change that.
- We're confident that the inclusion of verified suppliers on the European Pavilion will boost trust and transparency in B2B dealings and ultimately improve the entire online sourcing experience."
