Pimkie is the first European brand to use Shein's Xcelerate program – and in return, it faces a lawsuit from its former owners and exclusion from the French industry association. Is this move a lifeline or a massive reputational risk? Ingrid and Valerie discuss this in today's news episode. They also analyze the latest Temu user numbers (spoiler: huge growth!), delve into Amazon and Mirakle’s AI efforts, which are taking Agentic Commerce to the next level, and examine OnBuy’s EU expansion and Allegro’s quarterly figures. A packed episode with an analysis of the key marketplace news from September!

Note from the sponsor bol:

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Note for marketplace webinars:

This fall, you can deepen your knowledge of key marketplaces in various live webinars, such as:

• October 13th: Black Week Success on MediaMarktSaturn – How to Maximize Your Sales Potential Register here
• October 30th: Europe is Calling: Expand to Seven Markets with One Kaufland Account Register here
• November 6th: How to Join the ABOUT YOU Marketplace – Now Easier Than Ever Register here
• Or if you'd like to learn more about bol, check out the recording from September 23th: Start Selling on bol Marketplace – Faster, Easier, Smarter Watch the recording here