merchant Archives – Loose Threads

Espresso,The Grinds

The Grinds: Costco’s private label reigns, Beauty brands embrace samples, Square targets Shopify’s forgotten merchants, Google wants to become the Netflix of video games

Espresso,The Filter

Amazon’s pro-consumer tipping point

Espresso,PrimeTime

PrimeTime: Nearly half of Amazon vendors spend $40,000+ a month on advertising, Amazon’s subscription business decelerates, Counterfeit products pose growing threat, Amazon spends big at Sundance

Espresso,The Filter

Is Groupon the next customer acquisition channel?

Espresso,The Grinds

The Grinds: Harry’s debuts women’s razor brand, Shopify embraces customer service—for vendors, Walmart acquires Bare Necessities, Sephora extends the Museum of Ice Cream’s lifeline