Holiday Season Prep: Amazon’s Storage Fees Increase Next Week [Crew Review]

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It’s that time of year again—Amazon’s FBA peak storage fees for the holiday season are kicking in next week, starting October 1st and lasting through December. The holiday season is a huge opportunity, but those higher storage rates can quickly add up if you're not prepared.

Want to know the exact fees?

Read the breakdown here

The Latest in eCommerce & Amazon

Halloween Spending in the U.S. to Hit $11.6 Billion. Halloween 2024 is expected to hit $11.6 billion in spending. With early shopping on the rise, more consumers are getting a head start on buying costumes, decorations, and candy. Sellers should adjust their inventory and marketing to capture this early Halloween rush.

Amazon Introduces AI-Powered Video Ad Generator. Just in time for the holidays, Amazon has rolled out an AI-driven tool that allows sellers to create video ads quickly. The tool can generate a video from a single product photo and accompanying text. As digital platforms race to embrace generative AI, this move shows Amazon keeping pace to attract more advertising dollars—because, let’s face it, 'tis the season to spend.

Amazon’s New ‘Shark Tank’-Style Show. Amazon is launching a new ‘Shark Tank’-style show where sellers compete for the chance to have their products featured with top billing on Amazon’s store. Winning products will get premium placement, giving the sellers massive exposure. This could be a game-changer for small brands looking to break into the Amazon marketplace.

Amazon Seller Spotlight: Utopia Deals

• Third Party Seller Rank: #5 Overall 
• Amazon Link: Utopia Deals
• Company Website: www.utopiadeals.com
• Estimated Revenue: $760,415,494

Specializing in a variety of home goods, Utopia Deals’ wide range of products has contributed to their impressive estimated revenue of over $760 million. From bedding to kitchenware, it has mastered the art of selling what people need most—everyday essentials. With more than 100 million products sold and a global presence across five continents, Utopia Deals sits comfortably at #5 among third-party sellers.

You can check out the other top sellers here.

Amazon Tactics

As a top seller like Utopia Deals knows, staying ahead means using the right tools. Amazon’s new seller dashboard, automatically integrated with all U.S. accounts, gives sellers a clear view of their sales, inventory, and performance. Here’s what it looks like:



 

From the YouTube Channel

In this week’s video, we dive into the world of Shein reselling. Christine walks through the step-by-step process of how to tap into Shein’s soaring popularity and turn it into a profitable reselling business. From signing up on Shein’s platform to building your inventory and marketing your products on social media, this guide covers everything you need to know to get started.

Thanks for reading and happy selling
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