Latin America Ecommerce Booms Amid World Cup Funding Surges

Latin America Ecommerce Booms Amid World Cup Funding Surges

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the Latin American e-commerce market, focusing on World Cup marketing strategies, the Kavak funding event, and Brazilian e-commerce consumer trends. The report highlights the opportunities the World Cup presents for e-commerce, urging businesses to prepare in advance. Kavak's funding reflects confidence in the market. Brazilian e-commerce sales are growing, with cross-border platforms showing competitiveness. The influence of social media is significant. Businesses need to seize opportunities, address challenges, and achieve sustainable development in this dynamic market.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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WCO South Korea Boost Trade Training with Clikc Upgrade

WCO South Korea Boost Trade Training with Clikc Upgrade

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with the Korea Customs Service (KCS), is upgrading the CLiKC! e-learning platform to enhance the capacity of customs officials worldwide to address emerging technologies and global trade trends. By developing new courses, optimizing platform technology, and expanding language support, this project will provide higher-quality training resources for customs personnel and supply chain partners. This initiative aims to promote global trade facilitation and international customs cooperation, ultimately strengthening the global customs community's ability to navigate the complexities of modern trade.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Fedex Decline Reflects Global Freight Market Slowdown

Fedex Decline Reflects Global Freight Market Slowdown

FedEx's disappointing performance has raised concerns about the global freight market. The report indicates that weak global freight demand led to lower-than-expected revenue and a sharp decline in FedEx's stock price. The company is implementing cost-cutting measures to address these challenges. Cathay Pacific's data also reveals a general downturn in the air cargo market. The article analyzes the underlying causes of this market weakness and offers coping strategies for cross-border e-commerce sellers. The downturn reflects broader economic headwinds impacting international trade and logistics.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Caribbean Customs Postal Services Strengthen Ecommerce Ties

Caribbean Customs Postal Services Strengthen Ecommerce Ties

A Caribbean Customs-Postal Cooperation Workshop was held in Guyana, focusing on the challenges and opportunities of e-commerce. The workshop emphasized the importance of electronic data interchange (EDI) and security measures to facilitate cross-border trade. Participants aimed to establish a regional cooperation framework to address the evolving needs of the e-commerce landscape within the Caribbean. The discussions highlighted the need for strengthened collaboration between customs and postal services to ensure efficient and secure handling of e-commerce shipments and to foster sustainable e-commerce development in the region.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Gree Electric Boosts Ecommerce with Live Streaming Investment

Gree Electric Boosts Ecommerce with Live Streaming Investment

Gree Electric Appliances is accelerating its strategic layout in live streaming e-commerce by establishing Zhuhai Gree Digital Technology Co., Ltd., aiming to address its online shortcomings. Leveraging a matrix-style Douyin (TikTok China) account operation and the personal IP effect of Dong Mingzhu, Gree has achieved initial success in this field. This move represents a significant step in the transformation of Gree's sales system and reflects the exploration and experimentation of traditional manufacturing in digital transformation. It signifies Gree's commitment to adapting to the evolving consumer landscape and embracing new sales channels.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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200 Youtube Influencers Boost Ecommerce Sales

200 Youtube Influencers Boost Ecommerce Sales

Cross-border e-commerce companies face traffic challenges when launching self-developed products. This paper proposes leveraging YouTube influencer marketing strategies, including multi-point bursts and content diversification, to build awareness before product sales and influence potential customer choices. Through case study analysis, it details influencer selection, content strategy, execution tactics, and performance evaluation. The paper emphasizes the importance of pre-launch preparation to avoid a “naked launch” and improve conversion rates, ultimately achieving sales goals. It highlights how strategic influencer collaborations on YouTube can effectively address the traffic bottleneck for new products.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Perus Msmes Gain Boost from Crossborder Ecommerce Forum

Perus Msmes Gain Boost from Crossborder Ecommerce Forum

The Peruvian National Customs Service, with the support of the World Customs Organization, held an online forum to empower Peruvian micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in cross-border e-commerce. The forum brought together representatives to discuss international trends, challenges, and best practices, sharing success stories and emphasizing the importance of simplified procedures. Cross-border e-commerce presents opportunities for the Peruvian economy but also faces challenges related to infrastructure, regulation, and talent. Moving forward, Peru should seize opportunities, address challenges, and promote the development of cross-border e-commerce.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Malawi Boosts Wildlife Trafficking Crackdown with WCO Aid

Malawi Boosts Wildlife Trafficking Crackdown with WCO Aid

The WCO is assisting the Malawi Revenue Authority in enhancing its intelligence capabilities to combat illegal wildlife trade. This support includes providing expert assistance and training to strengthen the implementation of the CITES convention. The initiative aims to build a global enforcement network to effectively address wildlife trafficking. By improving intelligence gathering and analysis, the Malawi Revenue Authority will be better equipped to identify and intercept shipments of illegal wildlife products, contributing to the protection of endangered species and the disruption of criminal networks involved in this illicit trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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MENA Region Boosts Customs Risk Management Via WCO Workshop

MENA Region Boosts Customs Risk Management Via WCO Workshop

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Workshop on Risk Assessment and Targeting, sponsored by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and hosted by Qatar Customs, was held in Doha. The workshop aimed to enhance the risk management capabilities of customs administrations in the region. Focusing on risk assessment and profiling, the event facilitated the exchange of experiences through case studies and national reports. The goal was to improve customs' ability to identify and manage risks, enabling them to address the challenges posed by increasingly complex global trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Implements New Trade Valuation Rules to Boost Revenue

WCO Implements New Trade Valuation Rules to Boost Revenue

The WCO Technical Committee on Customs Valuation has adopted two new advisory opinions concerning the valuation treatment of income tax in royalties and the valuation of buyer's own trademarks on imported goods. These new rules aim to enhance certainty and transparency in customs valuation, promote international trade facilitation, optimize customs revenue, and ensure the healthy development of global trade. They provide guidance on complex valuation issues, contributing to a more predictable and equitable international trade environment. The opinions seek to clarify existing valuation principles and address practical challenges faced by customs administrations and traders alike.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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