Allbirds received a delisting warning as its stock lingered below $1 for 30 days. The footwear company has until Sept. 30 to boost its share price to regain compliance with Nasdaq.

Amazon and Italian state railways launch rail service between Italy and Germany, aiming to cut 9,000 tons of CO2 annually. New rail links support sustainable transport in line with EU goals.

Barcelona-based Puig, with a portfolio including Paco Rabanne, aims to raise over $2.7B in an upcoming IPO. Marc Puig believes this move will enhance competitiveness in the global beauty market. IPO momentum grows as market conditions improve.

Following its acquisition by Vinted, Danish online marketplace Trendsales has laid off all 79 employees as of April 2024, amid uncertainties about its future.

In a dynamic expansion, Wildberries and Ozon are set to increase their seller base by 50% by 2024, totaling 700,000. This significant growth is propelled by active, professional sellers on these leading Russian marketplaces.

Opendoor Technologies Inc. compensates 55,000 home sellers with nearly $62M, following FTC allegations of misleading marketing practices. This settlement, amidst Opendoor's financial strains and a near $1B loss, underscores the FTC's stringent oversight.

With Bazaar, Amazon introduces an array of affordable fashion and lifestyle products in India, targeting the fast-fashion market dominated by Flipkart and Ajio. Starting with t-shirts at $1.55, Amazon promises a vast selection and competitive prices.

As the cost of living soars, the allure of secondhand fashion becomes undeniable, with ThredUp leading the charge to a staggering $197B in sales. With a predicted rise to $350B by 2028, even older generations are joining the trend, highlighting a universal shift towards sustainable shopping.

Vinted, a second-hand sales platform, saw a 32% sales boost in France last year, claiming 9% of the fashion market and 60% of second-hand sales, dwarfing competitors and sparking a debate on eco-conscious shopping.

Apple, Meta, and Google face EU scrutiny for possibly flouting the Digital Markets Act. With fines up to 10% of annual turnover looming, these tech giants could feel a pinch. Investigations follow a €1.8bn fine on Apple and a US monopoly lawsuit.

The FTC slams major retailers like Walmart and Kroger for using the pandemic as a pretext to jack up prices, impacting consumers and competition. The investigation, touching on giants such as Amazon and Tyson Foods, highlights the struggle of smaller grocers against these "power buyers."

After acquiring Gorillas, Getir is now eyeing Flink, the German leader in quick delivery. Talks with Flink are progressing, with its CEO potentially becoming Getir's European head. Flink's need for funds amid rising costs and shrinking demand might seal the deal.

Walmart's partnership with Instacart for same-day delivery in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Tulsa heats up the competition with Amazon. The alliance enhances Instacart's $14B worth and Walmart's extensive product range delivery.

With a whopping $1.1bn investment, Alibaba is set to shake up South Korea's e-commerce scene by 2024, targeting Coupang's stronghold with a vast logistics network, enhancing delivery speeds and supporting local businesses.

South Korea's FTC is on the verge of sanctioning Meta Platforms for not safeguarding Facebook and Instagram marketplace users against fraud. With an investigation revealing potential e-commerce law violations, Meta's response remains awaited.

Instacart's dive into sales data reveals the unique shopping habits of U.S. states. Arizona loves booze delivery, Colorado orders dry mouth relief and frozen burritos, and Michigan surprises with orders for ice cream scoopers and kettlebells.

Shein, the fast-fashion titan, now under EU's regulatory microscope with 108M EU users. The Digital Services Act aims to curb illegal content, affecting Shein's plans, including a U.S. IPO.