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21/10/2021

With over 46 million registered consumers and 11.93 million unique monthly visits, Newegg trades in 20 countries and is the most popular online marketplace for technology worldwide, especially electronics and computer components.

Head to our website to discover our full set of ecommerce services to sell successfully on Newegg marketplace.

Whether your business is already established on Newegg, or you are new to the platform, we can support you to sell on Newegg marketplace.

15/10/2021

What is social shopping? Will there come a point in the future when social platforms inevitably morph into marketplaces, and what is the opportunity for brands here?

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Social shopping is a rising trend characterised by consumers making purchase decisions via reviews, social media, and more about a product.

12/10/2021

The United States is the second-largest ecommerce market globally, and the its revenue is currently estimated at $599 billion, and is expected to reach $723.64 billion by 2025.

To get key insights into the opportunities of selling in the US, dowload our fact sheet!

This fact sheet provides key insights into the opportunity of selling in the US and explores the preferences and expectations of local shoppers.

07/10/2021

We provide a consultative approach and deliver a tailored end-to-end solution that removes the hassles of selling cross-border via online marketplaces. With our shared-risk model, your success is ours, so we strive to exceed expectations and help you achieve your domestic and global objectives!

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27/09/2021

We Are Pentagon is heading to eBay Open UK 2021! 🚀

This year, the event is a three-day hybrid experience from tomorrow to Thursday, 30th of September. That means you can tune in online, offline, or both!

We look forward to seeing you there 🇬🇧

23/09/2021

Thanks to a new partnership with EcoEnclose, LLC, Etsy marketplace has launched a fully-recyclable packaging for its US sellers to reduce the carbon footprint of ecommerce, which has skyrocketed with the pandemic.

“We also know our buyers care about sustainability, so we hope that Planet-Friendly Packaging, which includes an Etsy-branded option with a recycling prompt, will remind buyers that Etsy is pushing for positive change for people and the planet.”

Etsy has launched "planet-friendly" packaging to its sellers based in the US.

21/09/2021

Mexico is one of the most promising ecommerce countries in Latin America. It has taken the lead in the ecommerce market, and today it is the second-largest market for ecommerce growth in the area.

Have a look at our brand-new fact sheet providing key insights into the opportunities of selling in Mexico and exploring some of the preferences and expectations of local online shoppers.

Explore the possibilities and opportunities of selling in the second-largest market for ecommerce growth - The Mexican ecommerce markets!

20/09/2021

According to a recent study, 70% of UK shoppers prefer purchasing products online via computer or smartphone than shopping in-store.

Ziad El Baba, General Manager of UK and Canada at Credit Karma, said: “Healthy consumer spending, online or otherwise, is generally a sign of a healthy economy, which can be great for the market”.

Shopping online or by smartphone is now by far the most popular method of buying goods in the UK, according to a new study.

16/09/2021

Social shopping is a rising trend which is characterised by consumers making purchase decisions based on reviews, recommendations and social media posts about a product.

Will there come a point in the future when social platforms inevitably morph into marketplaces and what is the opportunity for brands here? Read our latest article to discover more.

>>> https://wearepentagon.com/2021/09/14/social-shopping-marketplaces-consumer-trend/

14/09/2021

Consumers have become more demanding and conscious when it comes to shopping online and this is demonstrated by the growth of the recommerce sector over the past few years. Major brands and retailers are launching sustainable initiatives and partnering with resale platforms to decrease their impact on the environment.

Download our fact sheet to discover more about the global recommerce landscape. 👇

Over the past few years we have seen a great growth of the resale market. Discover more about the global recommerce landscape & opportunity.

09/09/2021

With global warming and climate change initiatives drawing more attention globally, the demand for sustainable goods and circular buying cycles has never been greater.

Etsy has ballooned into the fourth-largest marketplace in the world in a short amount of time - with the number of active buyers rising from 9.32m in 2012 to 81.9m in 2020. Similarly, Depop has a cult-like following amongst Gen Z, hunting for hidden gems and upcycled custom pieces.

Read more about how online marketplaces are embracing sustainability and the circular economy 🌿 https://wearepentagon.com/2021/09/07/sustainability-circular-economy-marketplaces/

08/09/2021

Founded in 1999, Trade Me is one of the leading online marketplaces in New Zealand, attracting over 5.04 million active kiwis and recording 8.58 million live listings. The platform reaches a great demographic spread in the territory as 85% of the New Zealand population hold a Trade Me account.

Discover our tailored ecommerce services to sell successfully on Trade Me marketplace 🇳🇿

Whether your business is already established on Trade Me, or you are new to the platform, we can support you to sell on Trade Me marketplace.