The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has launched its Global Direct Entry (GDE) program in Vietnam, providing Vietnamese exporters, e-commerce brands, and third-party logistics providers with a faster and more cost-effective path to the U.S. market. The move is expected to reshape Southeast Asia’s supply chain dynamics, particularly for fast-moving consumer segments like apparel and footwear. […]
Monthly Archives: July 2025
As global trade flows shift in response to the U.S. suspension of the de minimis exemption, Vietnam is emerging as a frontline destination for rerouted cross-border e-commerce operations—particularly from Chinese sellers seeking regional alternatives. The surge is fueling a race among local fulfillment providers to scale operations and capture market share. Why Real E-commerce Fulfillment […]
The United States has officially ended the de minimis exemption for all commercial imports, eliminating the longstanding $800 duty-free threshold that had underpinned the business model of many direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce brands. The move, effective August 29, follows an earlier suspension of the exemption for Chinese shipments on July 30. The global rollback marks a […]
HANOI, July 31, 2025 — China’s e-commerce juggernauts are accelerating their expansion across Southeast Asia, signaling a potential shake-up in the region’s online retail market. Backed by massive logistics infrastructure and aggressive platform strategies, players like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress are positioning themselves to dominate not only digital shelves but also the final mile—posing a […]
Shopee Vietnam’s increasing fees and tightening policies are reshaping the e-commerce landscape, driving a widening gap between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger, more established brands. As operational costs rise, fulfillment centers like SwiftHub report a sharp decline in order volumes from smaller sellers, while brands with direct access to manufacturers continue to thrive. […]
Ho Chi Minh City, July 30, 2025 — In a major shake-up of Vietnam’s e-commerce market, TikTok Shop has surpassed Shopee in total monthly fulfilled orders for the first time, according to data collected from top third-party fulfillment centers including Boxme, SwiftHub, N&H, and ODN. TikTok’s rise is largely driven by its content-driven shopping model, […]
As Vietnam’s e-commerce sector enters a fiercely competitive phase, logistics infrastructure has emerged as a critical factor determining the success of platforms. Shopee, after years of investing in technology and delivery networks, continues to solidify its position by leasing back the Bach Dang warehouse — one of the most strategic locations in Ho Chi Minh […]