ICYMI, Amazon recently released an update to its A to Z Guide for New Product Launches. Based on sellers’ feedback, the retailer added best practices for pre-launch checklists, how-tos for identifying new products and market opportunities, and launch optimization steps.
But this isn’t the biggest announcement from Amazon this week. And we bet you’ll be pleasantly surprised at what it is.
AMAZON NEWS
In 2025, Amazon wanted to focus on simplicity and stability. So, in its recent announcement, it revealed that:
Yup! NO increase and new fees! Great news, right?
🤔 Is there a catch?
So far, it looks like there’s no catch—just plain pleasantly surprising announcements. But of course, there will be changes, too. Here are the deets:
Other than the three mentioned above, Amazon said it’ll continue to invest in fee-related product experiences. These include improvements to the fee calculator, cost estimations, shipping recommendations, and more.
💖 Good tidings in the new year
Based on these announcements, 2025 definitely looks good and seller-friendly. But what do you think? Do you think Amazon will stay true to its promises, or are they too good to be true?
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BITES OF THE WEEK
SELLER REFRESHER
According to Amazon, dead stock could be your worst enemy this holiday season. For starters, they can quietly drain your profits and clutter up your inventory.
But with the right strategies, you can avoid it altogether and keep your business thriving.
🛑 What’s dead stock again?
Dead stock refers to products sitting in your inventory for too long without selling. It happens due to overordering, changing trends, or poor product quality, which could tie up cash and increase storage costs.
Fortunately, you can avoid dead stock with just a few simple steps:
🎯 Why it matters
By managing dead stock effectively, you can:
Our holiday tip? Tackle dead stock before it becomes a problem, and watch your business run smoother and more profitably. ✨