Indonesians still the most mobile shoppers in Southeast Asia

New research shows Indonesians retaining their crown as Southeast Asia’s most mobile shoppers. Figures from Rakuten, the world’s third largest e-commerce marketplace, reveal that 14 per cent of consumers from Indonesia conduct most of their shopping through a smartphone, tablet or other mobile device.  … Continued

Small and large cities in China warming to ecommerce

China is becoming a consumption-driven society thanks to the rise of ecommerce, according to a new report. Cited by warc.com, a report by McKinsey Global Institute titled ‘China’s E-tail Revolution: Online Shopping as a Catalyst for Growth’ suggested that instead of … Continued

US e-commerce market to grow by 13 per cent this year

The flourishing US e-commerce market generated $231 billion (£154 billion) in sales for retailers in 2012, but bigger streams of online shoppers are poised to push the total up even further this year.

Rise in South Africans going online, claims study

Use of the internet in South Africa has been increasing sharply over the past four years, to the point where more than half of all adults in South Africa will be internet users by 2014.

Free shipping integral in US e-commerce market

E-commerce retailers looking to target the US market must ensure their shipping is either priced low or free-of-charge, according to readings from a new survey. E-commerce retailers looking to target the US market must ensure their shipping is either priced … Continued

US experiencing increase in ecommerce satisfaction

When it comes to purchasing goods and services over the internet, American consumers are finding themselves increasingly satisfied with the channel. When it comes to purchasing goods and services over the internet, American consumers are finding themselves increasingly satisfied with … Continued

“Clicks and bricks” the way forward for modern retailers

“Clicks and bricks” may soon be the best way for retail businesses to operate, one company owner has claimed. “Clicks and bricks” may soon be the best way for retail businesses to operate, one company owner has claimed. Chief executive … Continued