【招银研究|行业深度】跨境电商行业深度报告——履约模式、市场重心和支付结算的三重变革

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the shift in cross-border e-commerce fulfillment models from direct mail small packages to overseas warehouses, driven by the cancellation of "de minimis" tax exemptions in various countries, particularly the U.S. This transition is expected to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in cross-border logistics, with a projected market size of 350 billion yuan in the next three years [2][12][20]. Group 1: Fulfillment Model Transition - The fulfillment model is transitioning from direct mail small packages to overseas warehouses due to the loss of tax exemption advantages [2][12]. - Overseas warehouses offer significant advantages over direct mail in terms of product coverage, fulfillment speed, cross-border transport costs, and after-sales service [2][17]. - The market for overseas warehouse fulfillment is expected to reach 350 billion yuan in the next three years, with a projected package volume of 8.2 billion by 2024 [20][24]. Group 2: Market Focus Shift - The focus of the market is shifting from the U.S. to non-U.S. markets due to increased tariffs and the cancellation of tax exemptions, which could affect about one-third of China's cross-border e-commerce exports [2][39]. - Emerging markets in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are expected to experience rapid growth, providing a new foundation for China's cross-border e-commerce exports [2][39]. - The overall e-commerce penetration rate is increasing globally, with significant growth potential in emerging markets [44][47]. Group 3: Payment and Settlement Innovations - Cross-border e-commerce payment and settlement are evolving towards multi-channel approaches that reduce costs and improve efficiency [3]. - Third-party payment solutions are becoming increasingly important by connecting directly to local payment networks and creating virtual accounts to lower fees [3]. - Blockchain technology and stablecoins are emerging as new payment methods, presenting both opportunities and challenges for cross-border e-commerce [3]. Group 4: Strategic Recommendations - The "Four Little Dragons" of cross-border e-commerce (Temu, SHEIN, AliExpress, TikTok) are promoting a semi-managed model that leverages overseas warehouses to enhance fulfillment efficiency [25][26]. - The Chinese government is continuously supporting the construction and optimization of overseas warehouses, indicating a strong commitment to enhancing cross-border e-commerce logistics [29][30]. - The market concentration of overseas warehouse suppliers is expected to increase, with third-party warehouses dominating the market [31][32].