Temu partners with EMX to expand sea shipping and PUDO services in the UAE and Middle East, improving logistics coverage and lowering costs for customers.

Temu partners with TÜV SÜD, SGS, and others to enhance product safety. This move strengthens compliance in 90 markets.

Temu aims for 80% of European orders from local warehouses. Its strategy includes faster delivery, seller support, and expansion into retail media.

Temu has overtaken Amazon in global monthly active users, with over $50B in GMV for 2024. Analysts expect GMV to hit $70-80B by 2025, shifting the e-commerce landscape.

The partnership ensures 80% of parcels arrive in 3 days. Ukrposhta handled 1.5M Temu parcels in trials, reflecting demand for fast shipping in Ukraine.

Temu starts paid search ads for merchants in the US to boost sales. The move counters rising tariffs and creates a new revenue stream, like Amazon.

Mexico imposed 17%-19% tariffs on imports via e-commerce on Jan. 1, targeting Chinese goods. Foreign companies now also pay a 16% VAT, boosting domestic competitiveness.

Temu offers average discounts of 60%-75%, far surpassing Shein's 9%-27% in H1 2024. Data from Measurable.ai highlights contrasting discount and pricing strategies worldwide.

China’s share of cross-border e-commerce hit 40% in 2024, up from 31% in 2021. This growth was driven by platforms like Temu and Shein, as detailed by IPC's latest survey.

Temu’s U.S. Seller Program, launched in Feb 2024, offers DTC brands access to 185M global users. With fees as low as 2%, it’s a low-cost opportunity for marketing, revenue growth, and even expansion into Chinese markets.

Chinese app Temu tops US App Store downloads in 2024, replacing TikTok. Threads ranked 2nd, ChatGPT 4th. Meta apps fell in ranks, while Block Blast! dominated games. Apple released these rankings on Dec 16, 2024.

Temu is expanding beyond budget goods to higher-priced items. At a recent footwear expo in NYC, the marketplace engaged with premium brands like Minnetonka to shed its low-cost image and challenge Amazon as the next everything store.

Temu has entered Nigeria, promising low prices and local partnerships to rival Jumia. With an $75B e-commerce market forecast for 2025, challenges like poor infrastructure remain. Will Temu’s strategy work?

Temu now sources from UK suppliers, reducing delivery times to 2 days for 12M UK customers. The move includes plans for a London office and new hires, aiming to outpace rivals like Shein with low prices, free returns, and fast delivery.

Temu's pricing cuts Anker headphones by 20% below Amazon. Temu's strategy of no fees helps sellers maintain profits. Meanwhile, Huakai Yibai's Q3 revenue from Temu hit $12.64M, though profits dipped 40% due to rising costs.

Temu and Shein are capturing toy market share in the US and Europe with low prices and competitive search strategies. Both companies are growing rapidly, competing against Amazon and Walmart while attracting sellers with low fees.

Temu and Shein dive deeper into toy sales to capture holiday shoppers. Toys grew to $108.7B globally in 2023, with Shein reporting double-digit sales growth. The platforms now rival Amazon, Walmart, and Target, controlling 70% of US toy sales.

Temu has overtaken eBay in Australia’s online retail market for the first time since its 2023 launch. October 2024 saw Temu at 20% share, compared to eBay’s 17%, with Amazon still leading at 50%. Smaller retailers like Kogan have lost ground.

Temu now requires orders between $35-40 in Vietnam. Shoppers say the rule makes the platform less attractive. Temu’s move comes as Vietnam debates e-commerce tax rules. The firm claims this helps offer cheaper items but faces regulatory challenges.

The EU has launched a formal DSA probe into Temu’s marketplace, citing concerns over illegal products, addictive design features, and transparency issues. A possible 6% global revenue fine looms for parent company Pinduoduo if violations are found. This action comes as part of the EU’s push to tighten oversight of online marketplaces and consumer protections, with Temu joining AliExpress in facing heightened scrutiny under the DSA. The EU’s decision to investigate follows concerns raised by various member states and consumer groups.

The EU is increasing scrutiny on Temu, asking for proof of compliance with the Digital Services Act. Temu must show how it prevents illegal products and ensure seller traceability by October 21. If not, it could face steep penalties.

Shein and Temu may see minimal impact from the White House's proposed de minimis changes, thanks to their diversified supply chains. Smaller businesses, however, could face higher costs and complicated customs processes.

Temu's U.S. sales growth decelerated to 37% in August, down from 45% in July. Despite a slight market share gain to 3.4%, DAUs fell 17%. Bank of America cites plateauing sales and tough comparisons, along with challenges from parent Pinduoduo.

Temu, Pinduoduo's e-commerce platform, surpassed eBay with nearly 700M monthly visits. Temu saw $20B in sales in the first half of 2023 and covers 79 countries. It holds a 45% market share in the U.S., trailing only Amazon.

Chinese ecommerce giant PDD has amassed $38B, surpassing even Tesla. However, the company refuses to offer dividends or share buybacks, which caused a 31% stock drop. Concerns rise over its limited financial transparency.

Temu has outpaced Amazon in Denmark. 71% of Danes recognize Temu, while 22% made a purchase within the last year. The Chinese platform is now more popular than Amazon and eBay, making it the third most recognized online store in Denmark.

Temu launches its EU marketplace, offering no fees for sellers and taking over pricing. European retailers are encouraged to join, while Temu's local warehouses pose a new challenge to Amazon, Otto, and Kaufland.

Chinese e-commerce giants Shein and Temu see a sales surge in Africa, with Temu gaining traction in SA. DHL's 2024 report highlights app-based marketplaces' global rise. Shein's 2023 revenue hits $22.7B, with social commerce poised for massive growth.

On June 5, 2024, Temu launched in Brazil, marking its presence in 70 countries. Despite new legislation imposing a 40% tax on cross-border parcels, Temu is determined to capture the Brazilian market. The company uses a full consignment model to offer attractive prices but may shift to semi-consignment like in the US. This shift aims to balance cost and delivery speed while navigating political pressures and logistical challenges.

New survey shows 34% of shoppers buy from Temu monthly, outpacing eBay's 29%. Temu’s aggressive marketing, including Super Bowl ads, pays off. 63% of consumers shop Chinese platforms annually. Despite low trust, Temu's value draws customers.

Temu, a Chinese e-commerce retailer, has been approved for Brazil's tax benefit program, exempting goods up to $50 from import fees. This step brings Temu closer to launching in Brazil, joining rivals Shein and Shopee in the market.

Consumer groups in the EU accuse Temu of breaching the Digital Services Act, risking fines up to 6% of parent company Pinduoduo's $35B revenue. Complaints include failure to meet transparency and safety requirements. BEUC seeks VLOP designation for Temu.

38 children's products on Temu and AliExpress contained dangerous chemicals, up to 3,026 times over Korean safety limits. Phthalates, cadmium, and lead were among the substances detected. The Korea Customs Service vows tougher import controls to safeguard consumer health.

Temu uses flash deals, gamified elements, and low prices to attract consumers, creating an addictive shopping environment. Lucy Clark, a Manchester-based shopper, shares her engaging experience with the platform's vast array of cheap novelty items and gadgets.

Temu, the Chinese e-commerce giant, now under closer scrutiny by the EU, could face stringent content-moderation rules after reaching 75 million European users. The EU's concerns include privacy and consumer misinformation.

German consumer watchdogs flag Temu for questionable tactics, but the e-commerce giant stands firm, claiming EU law compliance and transparency in their operations.