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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Online Shoe Shoppers Have High Expectations For Free Shipping
Shoppers who buy shoes online are a fairly demanding consumer cohort. According to an AlixPartners 2025 U.S. Consumer and Executive Home Delivery survey, 30 percent of consumers will shop elsewhere if expectations for free shipping aren't met — and footwear is among the top categories with the highest risk. More from WWD Adidas Joins Soccer Community in Mourning Diogo Jota and Brother André Silva US-Vietnam Trade Deal Provides Hints On Southeast Asia Tariff Rates Larroudé's Major Summer Sale Has This Season's Top Shoe Trends for Under $200 The study found that 34 percent of sales are at risk if free shipping preferences aren't met. That's up from a 24 percent risk level in 2024. The sporting goods category has the highest risk at 40 percent. Apparel is lower at 31 percent. The survey also found that nearly half of executives said the four or five day delivery periods that are typical with their free shipping initiatives lag behind consumer expectations of 3.5 days or less. And 35 percent of online shoppers either have a preference for — or expect — waived or credited shipping costs in case of a late delivery, versus 27 percent last year. Consumers are also willing to pay extra — an amount less than $5 up to $9.99 appears to be the sweet spot — for same-day delivery for groceries and medical supplies, but 34 percent said they would not pay extra for same-day delivery for apparel and footwear purchases. But 42 percent of shoe shoppers and 40 percent of apparel buyers also expressed a willingness to accept shipping times greater than 7 days. And as for where consumers want to shop, 47 percent preferred buying online and having the purchase delivered. That's compared with 42 percent who said shopping in store was preferred, and 11 percent of respondents that said their primary method was to shop online and pick-up in a store. In contrast, 47 percent of apparel shoppers also preferred to shop online and have the order shipped. Data points from 2014 to 2025 indicate that online purchases of apparel and footwear have dropped 4 percent, with 77 percent of shoppers noting that the offer of free shipping greatly impacts their purchase decision. In 2014, 69 percent shared the same sentiment. The survey also found that apparel purchases were returned most often, at 42 percent, up from 36 percent in 2024, followed by footwear at 14 percent, up slightly from 13 percent a year ago. And as for tariffs, 66 percent said they would shift to a domestic competitor offering similar items if a retailer shipping from overseas increased prices by 10 percent due to the higher duty rates. Thirty-four percent said they have delayed purchases online until there's more certainty around tariff costs, and 28 percent said they ordered earlier than planned to avoid extra tariff-related costs. Twenty percent said they are 'consciously' buying more 'Made in the USA' goods and 26 percent indicated no impact on their online shopping purchases. However, shopping online is not exactly helpful to a retailer's bottom line. Seventy-six percent of executives said their delivery cost on a per-package basis as gone up, and 72 percent said home delivery has not been accretive to profitability versus in-store transactions. Twenty-seven percent of executives said home delivery is dilutive to profitability, up from 17 percent in 2024. To address the issue, 2 out of 3 executives, or 66 percent, said a minimum order value is required for free shipping, while 15 percent said both a minimum order value and membership are required. In addition, 48 percent increased the minimum free shipping spend requirement in the last 12 months. Best of WWD All the Retailers That Nike Left and Then Went Back Mikey Madison's Elegant Red Carpet Shoe Style [PHOTOS] Julia Fox's Sleekest and Boldest Shoe Looks Over the Years [Photos]
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Here's How Much You Need To Shop on Amazon To Make a Prime Membership Worth the Money
If you signed up for Amazon Prime ages ago but never really took the time to question whether it's actually saving you money, it's time to reevaluate your spending. Learn More: Check Out: Here's how much you'll have to shop on Amazon to make your Prime membership worth the money. Amazon Prime is a paid subscription service by Amazon that is available in many countries and gives you access to perks like free two-day delivery. As of June 2025, Prime membership costs $139 per year or $14.99 if you pay monthly. Besides free shipping on eligible items, Prime also includes things like Prime Video, Amazon Music Prime, Prime Reading, exclusive deals and access to Prime Day. If you didn't have Prime, Amazon would usually charge about $6.50 for standard shipping per order. So to make up for the $139 membership fee, you'd need to place around 21 or 22 orders a year. That works out to about two Amazon orders per month. If you regularly shop on Amazon and order a minimum of two times each month, then Prime most likely pays for itself just through the shipping savings. That said, Amazon now offers free shipping on many items, even if you're not a Prime member, as long as your order totals $35 or more. That means if your average order value is typically higher than $35, you should be able to get free shipping without needing Prime at all. In other words, unless you're signing up for Amazon Prime to enjoy other perks like Prime Video and Amazon Music Prime, the membership may not be saving you much. As mentioned earlier, Amazon Prime's free two-day shipping is just one of the many benefits that come with the membership. Another valuable extra is Prime Video. If you love watching shows and movies on there, it could easily replace a Netflix or Hulu subscription (which typically costs $15 to $20 a month). In that case, the streaming alone could make your Prime membership worth it. Amazon Music Prime, Prime Reading and exclusive deals also add value, especially if you'd otherwise be paying for music or ebooks separately. But if you've never touched any of those features, you're basically paying for a bunch of stuff you don't use. The best way to figure out whether Prime makes financial sense is to look at your actual usage. Pull up your Amazon order history from the last 12 months and count how many times you placed an order that wouldn't have qualified for free shipping. Multiply that number by $6.50 to estimate what you saved on shipping. Also, consider whether you'll actually take advantage of the other perks that come with Prime. If the total value of those savings and perks adds up to more than $139, then you're getting your money's worth. If not, you're better off saving that money or spending it elsewhere. Prime probably isn't worth it if you only place a handful of orders per year, rarely stream with Prime Video, and don't care about fast shipping. In that case, you could save money by shopping less often or just bundling your orders to qualify for free shipping without a membership. If you're currently on the annual plan, you could also consider switching to a monthly Prime plan. That way, you can activate it during months when you expect to do a lot of shopping (like around the holidays or Prime Day) and cancel it during slower months. All in all, Amazon Prime can absolutely be worth the money. But it depends on how often you shop, how much you value fast shipping, and whether you actually use the extra features. If Prime is helping you save time and money every month, great. But if you're only using it occasionally, it might be time to reassess. More From GOBankingRates 3 Luxury SUVs That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Summer 2025 These Cars May Seem Expensive, but They Rarely Need Repairs 6 Big Shakeups Coming to Social Security in 2025 This article originally appeared on Here's How Much You Need To Shop on Amazon To Make a Prime Membership Worth the Money
CNA
06-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
MercadoLibre expands free shipping in top market Brazil amid rising competition
SAO PAULO :Latin American e-commerce giant MercadoLibre is expanding free shipping in its main market Brazil, it said on Friday, a move expected to be costly but which the company hopes will drive sales higher amid fierce competition. MercadoLibre, Latin's America most valuable company by market cap, earns more than 50 per cent of its e-commerce revenues in Brazil, where it competes with Amazon and Sea's Shopee, and more recently with players like Temu. MercadoLibre said sales of 19 reais ($3.40) or more are now exempt from shipping fees in Brazil, from a minimum of 79 reais ($14.15) previously. "Practically the entire site will have free shipping from now on," the head of MercadoLibre's e-commerce operations in Brazil, Fernando Yunes, told journalists. He said the financial impact will be absorbed by the company, although he did not give an estimate on the scale of the costs of the expanded free shipping. MercadoLibre confirmed it has been cutting shipping costs for the companies and people selling on its platform in Brazil by up to 40 per cent since late May, a move that had been noted by analysts. "The increased shipping discount targets a price range of products close to where Shopee seems to be gaining traction," analysts at Itau BBA said in a May 22 report to clients.
Reuters
06-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
MercadoLibre expands free shipping in top market Brazil amid rising competition
SAO PAULO, June 6 (Reuters) - Latin American e-commerce giant MercadoLibre (MELI.O), opens new tab is expanding free shipping in its main market Brazil, it said on Friday, a move expected to be costly but which the company hopes will drive sales higher amid fierce competition. MercadoLibre, Latin's America most valuable company by market cap, earns more than 50% of its e-commerce revenues in Brazil, where it competes with Amazon (AMZN.O), opens new tab and Sea's (SE.N), opens new tab Shopee, and more recently with players like Temu. MercadoLibre said sales of 19 reais ($3.40) or more are now exempt from shipping fees in Brazil, from a minimum of 79 reais ($14.15) previously. "Practically the entire site will have free shipping from now on," the head of MercadoLibre's e-commerce operations in Brazil, Fernando Yunes, told journalists. He said the financial impact will be absorbed by the company, although he did not give an estimate on the scale of the costs of the expanded free shipping. MercadoLibre confirmed it has been cutting shipping costs for the companies and people selling on its platform in Brazil by up to 40% since late May, a move that had been noted by analysts. "The increased shipping discount targets a price range of products close to where Shopee seems to be gaining traction," analysts at Itau BBA said in a May 22 report to clients. ($1 = 5.5845 reais)
Fox News
03-06-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Stanley launches its summer collection, Messa Rose, featuring 3 new shades
Stanley is preparing for summer with its new Messa Rose collection. Inspired by the vibrant colors you see all summer, you can choose from a polished rose gold tumbler, a blue corn paisley and a conch floral paisley. A variety of products come in these new colors, including the classic Quenchers, IceFlow water bottles, wine tumblers, can coolers and flasks. Stanley Club members receive free shipping on all US orders now through June 12. You can join the club for free and start earning points that you can apply to future purchases. Customers who aren't club members can still get free shipping on orders of $75 or more. Stanley's classic Quencher now comes in a blue corn paisley that gives wild West vibes. The 40-ounce cup will keep you hydrated, and your drinks will stay cold for hours. The comfort grip handle makes the cup easy to hold, even when it's completely full. It's also dishwasher-safe and comes with a reusable straw. A Quencher ProTour tumbler comes with a flip straw instead of the usual reusable straw. The flip straw makes it easier to store your Stanley and sip from it only when you need to. Part of the Messa Rose collection, you can now get the cup in rose gold or blue corn. Choose the IceFlow bottle when you want a more classic water bottle design. It's a stainless-steel bottle with a flip straw and an easy-carry handle. Hydrate faster with the wider drink opening on the new spout. The bottle comes in the same rose gold that makes up part of the Messa Rose collection. Keep your canned drinks colder for longer and avoid can sweat when you use an Everyday Slim Can Cooler Cup. It comes in blue corn paisley or a conch floral pattern. You can slip thin cans into the cooler, and they'll stay cold for hours. The cup doubles as a small tumbler when you put on the included lid and use the reusable straw. Wine lovers can get Stanley's Reserve Wine Tumbler in a gorgeous polished rose gold. Complete with a splash-proof lid and a silicone base, you never have to worry about spilling your drinks. The stainless-steel the tumbler is made from helps keeps drinks insulated, so if you're drinking cold white wine, it stays that way for hours. Pack your lunch or leftovers in Stanley's Adventure Fresh-To-Table Food Bowl and ensure it stays safe and delicious no matter where you're going. The bowl has the same insulation all of Stanley's cups come with, so your food will stay cold or hot longer. The clip-on lid makes it leakproof, and when you're done using the bowl, just throw it in the dishwasher. For more deals, visit No matter what you're drinking, Stanley's Adventure Pre-Party Flask will keep it safe and discreet. The small flask packs a punch thanks to the leakproof design and insulated inside layer. The flask comes in conch floral, giving you the cowboy vibe you're looking for this summer.
