Pinduoduo

Ankara moves to shield its local industry, following EU and US steps against Chinese online retailers.

Rising costs reflect PDD’s deliberate choice to stabilize its ecosystem, even at the expense of short-term margins.

The end of the de minimis import duty exemption has dealt a heavy blow to Chinese vendors.

A 30% duty applies to packages valued at USD 800 or less—or a flat rate of USD 25 per item, whichever is higher.

TikTok’s struggles set a precedent for Chinese cross-border platforms like Temu and Shein as global markets fracture.

After underestimating Pinduoduo, Amazon is acutely aware of the growing threat posed by Temu.

Vietnam’s suspension of Temu over business registration issues highlights the challenges of navigating a fast-growing yet tightly regulated market.

Jumia’s path to profitability grows steeper as foreign competitors make inroads across the continent.