-3.5 C
New York
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
HomeMarkets
MarketsNewsPerspectives

Amazon Just Added a Small Fee That’s Going to Make Some People Very Angry. Why It’s About to Become a Big Problem

By Ilene
0
216
Getty Images

Amazon Just Added a Small Fee That’s Going to Make Some People Very Angry. It’s About to Become a Big Problem

It’s getting more expensive to sell things on the world’s largest online shop.

BY JASON ATEN, Inc.com
 

On Wednesday, Bloomberg reported that Amazon is planning to charge a fee to sellers who ship their own products to customers instead of using Amazon Prime. The 2 percent fee applies to members of Amazon’s Seller Fulfilled Prime service, which the company launched in 2015. 

According to a notice sent to merchants, Amazon says it is “updating our requirements for Seller Fulfilled Prime to ensure that it provides customers a great and consistent Prime experience.” What isn’t clear is how the company thinks charging an additional fee for the privilege of handling your own shipping provides customers with a better experience. 

More here >

This post was originally published on this site

Subscribe
Notify of
0 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Stay Connected

156,244FansLike
396,312FollowersFollow
2,340SubscribersSubscribe

Latest Articles

Load more

Note: The material presented in this commentary is provided for informational purposes only and is based upon information that is considered to be reliable. However, neither PSW Investments, LLC d/b/a PhilStockWorld (PSW) nor its affiliates warrant its completeness, accuracy or adequacy and it should not be relied upon as such. Neither PSW nor its affiliates are responsible for any errors or omissions or for results obtained from the use of this information. Past performance, including the tracking of virtual trades and portfolios for educational purposes, is not necessarily indicative of future results. Neither Phil, Optrader, or anyone related to PSW is a registered financial adviser and they may hold positions in the stocks mentioned, which may change at any time without notice. Do not buy or sell based on anything that is written here, the risk of loss in trading is great.

This material is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security or other financial instrument. Securities or other financial instruments mentioned in this material are not suitable for all investors. Any opinions expressed herein are given in good faith, are subject to change without notice, and are only intended at the moment of their issue as conditions quickly change. The information contained herein does not constitute advice on the tax consequences of making any particular investment decision. This material does not take into account your particular investment objectives, financial situations or needs and is not intended as a recommendation to you of any particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. Before investing, you should consider whether it is suitable for your particular circumstances and, as necessary, seek professional advice.

Contact us: support@philstockworld.com

© Copyright - PSW, LLC.

2025
0
Would love your thoughts, please comment.x
()
x